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Old 02-05-2013, 07:12 AM   #2
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Originally Posted by CyberPotato View Post
I created a blank Calibre library in a new location. When I did, a metadata file was created in the same directory as the Calibre folder. Since it is not within the Calibre directory tree, I wonder what it is for, and if I need it, or if it was just needed for the creation of the library?
In answer to your title question, Yes. That is the heart and soul of the new library you just created. It is in the root of your new library within the directory tree of that library. All books added and metadata added will be tracked in this single file.

Last edited by DoctorOhh; 02-05-2013 at 06:13 PM. Reason: added clarification
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