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Skydog · 12-26-2021, 07:34 PM

I routinely backup my Calibre library as well as the Calibre folder (via method #2 below). What exactly is the difference between the two methods below, and which is best, for the purpose of migrating a duplicate Calibre installation to a new computer? Is #1 as comprehensive as #2, i.e., saving all customizations, plugins, etc.?

Per the user manual:

1. Calibre library: Export/import all calibre data: Allows you to either export calibre data for migration to a new computer or import previously exported data.

Or:

2. Preferences => Miscellaneous => Open Calibre configuration folder (and save the entire Calibre folder)

12-26-2021, 07:34 PM	#1
Skydog Wizard Posts: 2,286 Karma: 7409537 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Circling Earth @ Mach .83 Device: Elipsa 2E, Sage, Libra Colour, Libra 2, Clara 2E, Oasis3, Voyage	Difference between methods of exporting data/settings? I routinely backup my Calibre library as well as the Calibre folder (via method #2 below). What exactly is the difference between the two methods below, and which is best, for the purpose of migrating a duplicate Calibre installation to a new computer? Is #1 as comprehensive as #2, i.e., saving all customizations, plugins, etc.? Per the user manual: 1. Calibre library: Export/import all calibre data: Allows you to either export calibre data for migration to a new computer or import previously exported data. Or: 2. Preferences => Miscellaneous => Open Calibre configuration folder (and save the entire Calibre folder)