File-Type Back Up File?

katja · April 4, 2008

I have been backing up my zotero library according to your instructions (copy it from the profiles folder), but wanted to make sure that I copied the right files, so I was wondering: what are the file types of the back-up files? Is it mfl? Is there supposed to be a cache folder as well? Thanks! Katja

dstillman · April 4, 2008

http://www.zotero.org/documentation/frequently_asked_questions#how_do_i_back_up_my_zotero_library

Copy the entire directory listed there, which will include zotero.sqlite and a 'storage' folder. If you see an mfl file or cache folder, you're copying the wrong folder.

katja · April 4, 2008

Thanks, I think I found it -- in the subdirectory are sqlite.bak files, an sqlite file and a storage folder, is that correct?

dstillman · April 4, 2008

Yup.