thetimemachinemechanic ☆

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Description:
Time Machine log viewer & status inspector

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2.03,2025.06@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: time-machine backup macos logs diagnostics

Install: brew install --cask thetimemachinemechanic

About:
The Time Machine Mechanic (T2M2) is a diagnostic utility designed to parse and analyze macOS Time Machine logs. It identifies backup errors, warnings, and performance bottlenecks, providing users with a clear overview of backup health and integrity without needing to manually sift through complex system logs.

Key Features:

Parses and filters verbose Time Machine logs
Highlights errors and warnings for quick diagnosis
Provides detailed backup session statistics
Offers a user-friendly GUI for log inspection

Use Cases:

Troubleshooting failed or incomplete Time Machine backups
Verifying the health and speed of routine system backups

Alternatives:

Time Machine Scheduler – Focuses on controlling backup frequency rather than log analysis
Console.app – Native macOS tool requiring manual filtering to find Time Machine events

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