EndNote essentials

Saving and backing up your EndNote library

EndNote automatically saves references as you add them to your library, so you do not need to save the library each time you close the program. However, it is a good idea to create a backup copy of your library in a separate location, such as a USB drive. This helps protect your work in case something goes wrong with the program or your computer.

Save a compressed backup library

1. Go to the File menu and select Compressed Library (.enlx)
2. In the box that appears, choose either: Create or Create & Email
3. Choose whether to include: With File Attachments or Without File Attachments
4. Click Next (Windows) or OK (Mac), then save the file to your chosen location
5. If you selected Create & Email, your default email program will open with the compressed library file attached
6. When you open the saved .enlx file, it will automatically split into a .enl library file and a .Data folder.

Sync your library across devices

If you use multiple computers (for example, at home, work, or university), you can use Library Syncing to keep your EndNote library up to date across all devices and your EndNote Online account. To learn how to set up syncing, see the Library syncing section in the EndNote Extras Guide.