Storage Configuration¶

Configure how AstroManager manages your image storage and working directories.

Accessing Storage Settings¶

Navigate to Settings → Storage from the main menu.

Working Directories¶

What are Working Directories?¶

Working directories are locations where your imaging data is stored:

• Where N.I.N.A. saves images
• Where AstroManager tracks images
• Locations for import operations

Adding a Working Directory¶

1. Click "Add Directory"
2. Enter or browse for the path
3. Give it a descriptive name
4. Save

Directory Settings¶

Path Structure¶

Configuring Path Structure¶

Define how images are organized within directories:

1. Go to Storage → Path Structure
2. Add path elements
3. Preview the structure
4. Save

Available Placeholders¶

Example Structures¶

By Date:

{year}/{month}/{date}/{target}/
→ 2026/02/2026-02-08/M31/

By Target:

{target}/{date}/{filter}/
→ M31/2026-02-08/Ha/

Import Settings¶

Import Modes¶

File Types¶

Supported image formats:

• .fit / .fits / .fts (FITS files)
• .xisf (PixInsight format)
• .cr2 / .nef / .arw (RAW files)

Storage Statistics¶

View Usage¶

The storage page shows:

• Total images tracked
• Storage space used
• Space by target/session
• Growth trends

Cleanup Tools¶

Manage storage space:

• Remove orphaned entries
• Archive old sessions
• Delete marked files

Tips¶