Local Folder Channel (Desktop)
The Local Folder channel is Desktop-only; it lets the AI read and write files in a folder on your computer.
1. AI Doesn't See Files After Setup
- Settings → Channels → the Local Folder channel → Reset Index to rescan.
- Confirm Desktop has read permission for the folder:
- macOS: System Settings → Privacy & Security → Files and Folders → enable DYNARA for the folder.
- Advanced locations (
~/Documents,~/Downloads,~/Desktop) need explicit grants.
2. Cloud-Synced Folder Caveats
iCloud Drive, OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox:
- Files may be placeholders (stubs) with no local content. When the AI reads one it forces a download — speed depends on your network.
- Initial scan with many files can be slow; point the channel at a small, specific sub-folder.
3. AI Fails to Write / No File Produced
- Confirm the folder is writable (not a read-only mount).
- Confirm there's free disk space.
- macOS SIP-protected paths (e.g.
/System) aren't writable — use a user directory.
4. File Changes Not Detected
- The channel relies on filesystem events; some network or virtual drives don't emit events, so the AI misses changes live.
- Fix: in the channel, switch to Polling Mode to check every N minutes.
5. After Deleting the Channel, Folder Still Exists
- Deleting the channel only severs DYNARA's link to the folder — it does not delete your local files.
- Delete AI-authored files manually if needed.
6. Safety Tips
- Don't expose all of
~/Documentsto the AI; create dedicated sub-folders (e.g.~/dynara-inbox,~/dynara-outbox). - Don't place files with passwords, keys or personal data in AI-readable locations.