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===How can I access my library from multiple computers? Can I store my Zotero library and associated files on an external drive?=== | ===How can I access my library from multiple computers? Can I store my Zotero library and associated files on an external drive?=== |
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The best way to access your Zotero library from multiple computers is to [[/support/sync|sync]] your libraries automatically via the Zotero server. If, for whatever reason, you cannot use Zotero's built in sync features consider the options below. | The best way to access your Zotero library from multiple computers is to [[/support/sync|sync]] your libraries automatically via the Zotero servers. |
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If you are unable to use Zotero syncing, you can also store only your [[:zotero_data|Zotero data directory]] on an external drive and use this to move your Zotero data between computers. You can set your Zotero installation on each computer to point to the external drive in the [[preferences/advanced|Advanced]] pane of Zotero preferences. | If, for whatever reason, you cannot use Zotero's built-in sync features, you can also store your [[:zotero_data|Zotero data directory]] on an external drive and use this to move your Zotero data between computers. You can set your Zotero installation on each computer to point to the external drive in the [[preferences/advanced|Advanced]] pane of Zotero preferences. |
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Another option is to run a copy of Zotero directly from a portable drive. See [[kb/portable_zotero|here]] for more information. | Another option is to [[kb/portable_zotero|run a copy of Zotero directly from a portable drive]]. |
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{{tag>kb sync}} | {{tag>kb sync}} |
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