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Use the Sync button at the top of the interface to ensure your local changes are backed up to the Mendeley Web Library .

If you choose to move to the new Reference Manager, your library will automatically migrate once you sign in with your Elsevier account. About Mendeley - Library Guides - University of Washington Mendeley Desktop

It features a dedicated tool to find and merge duplicate entries in your libraryâ€”a feature that was notably absent from early versions of the newer Reference Manager. Mendeley Desktop vs. Mendeley Reference Manager Use the Sync button at the top of

If you are deciding which version to use, consider these primary differences: Mendeley Desktop (Legacy) Mendeley Reference Manager (New) Existing users only; no new downloads Available for all users Storage Local and Cloud sync Cloud-based only Word Plugin Legacy Citation Plugin Mendeley Cite (Microsoft Store add-in) Interface Traditional desktop look Sleek, web-like interface PDF Handling Export PDFs with annotations "Notebook" feature (cloud annotations) Getting Started (for Existing Users) To maintain your Mendeley Desktop library: Mendeley Desktop vs

Mendeley Desktop stands out for its robust offline capabilities and organizational tools:

Navigate to Help > Check for Updates to ensure you are on the latest stable version (typically v1.19.8 ).