Backup to TM - reformat/install - TM files to new install?

I just bought the Time Capsule and am in the process of backing up my files via Time Machine.
I want to then reformat my hd and do a clean install of leopard and applications. My question is, once I format/reinstall, can I pull specific files and settings from the TM image to my new install?
After reinstalling all of my software and files, I am going to create a new image. This is probably a simple question but i've never used it... thanks!

Welcome to Discussions!
Yes, you can restore user files from TM after an erase and install.
When you reboot from the install, migration assistant will come up, and you can restore user files.
However, if you think there's some corruption, (this is my recommendation) use Carbon Copy Cloner or SuperDuper to clone the full hard drive, to both be sure you have a full working backup, and that you can manually restore EVERY file you need.
Good luck!
Message was edited by: joshz

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