Where Is My Mendeley Library Stored? How to Locate Your Mendeley Library Files

Learn where your Mendeley library is stored locally and online, and how to find your Mendeley Desktop database on your computer.

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Your Mendeley library is stored both online and on your local device. When you install the Mendeley Desktop application, it creates a local database on your computer, allowing offline access. This local copy synchronizes with your account on Mendeley's servers, ensuring your library is accessible from any device with internet access. To locate your library on your local device, check Mendeley's default saving locations, often found in the 'Documents' folder, or through the application's settings to find the specific path.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I access my Mendeley library without internet? Yes, Mendeley Desktop stores a local copy of your library on your computer, allowing offline access which syncs automatically when you're back online.
  2. How do I change the location of my Mendeley library on my computer? You can change the local library folder location in Mendeley Desktop through the application's settings under file storage or sync preferences.
  3. Does Mendeley store my library in the cloud? Yes, Mendeley synchronizes your library with its online servers so you can access your reference library from any device.

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