Library Guides: EndNote referencing software: Sync and sharing

Use Sync

Syncing can be used for backup, for collaboration or for accessing your library from two different computers.
The Sync function uses EndNote Online Classic (versions 20 earlier) or EndNote Web (EndNote 21).
You need to first create an account with EndNote Online Classic or EndNote Web before you can use Sync.
Sync works with only one library and only one EndNote online account.
Your sync library can be shared with up to 100 other EndNote users (version X7.2 or later) or up to 1000 users (EndNote 21).
Before syncing for the first time, create a backup using Compress Library.

To sync to a different library, you need to reset or break the sync.

You can share library with up to 100 other users (versions 7.2 to 20) or 1000 users (EndNote 21).
All users must have EndNote online accounts.

To share a library:

Sync the library you wish to share with your EndNote online account. The library must be fully synced before you start sharing it.
To start your share, go to File > Share.

Screenshot of EndNote 20 for Windows File menu option and Sharing window by Clarivate. Click for larger versions.

Invite members of your group.
Enter the email addresses of those you wish to invite. You can invite people at any time. You can also remind people who haven’t accepted an invitation or remove people from sharing the library.
Set the type of access. You can select read-write or read-only.
People who are invited receive an email with a link to accept the invitation.
A message will appear confirming that the shared library is then available.

EndNote 20 for Windows File menu option by Clarivate. Click image for a larger version.

Select the library you want to use and a local copy will open.
All users can view the activity feed for the shared library in the Sync Status group.

EndNote 20 for Windows Sync option by Clarivate. Click image for a larger version.