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Old 01-02-2013, 01:29 PM   #1
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moving Calibre library to a new laptop. How???

Hi i am hoping that some one can offer some advice i have completed my library and all the metadata but my laptop is failing and i now have a new one.

my question: is is easy to transfer my library over to the new laptop???

i know that i need to download Calibre software to the new laptop but then what.

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Old 01-02-2013, 03:16 PM   #2
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It's actually pretty easy, take a look here: calibre manual: FAQ - How do I move my Library?
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Also, look for the configuration folder (Prefs > Misc). Or C: Program Files > Calibre (in my case they're not the same). I guess plugins need to be reinstalled, but settings can be copied.
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