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  • {{TabID.General}}
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    Library name must be unique
      Library type determines how filenames are parsed and if the UI shows Chapters (Manga) vs Issues (Comics). Book work the same way as Manga but have different naming in the UI. Library type determines how filenames are parsed and if the UI shows Chapters (Manga) vs Issues (Comics). Book work the same way as Manga but have different naming in the UI.
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  • {{TabID.Folder}}

    Add folders to your library

    • {{folder}}

    Help us out by following our guide to naming and organizing your media.

    Kavita has folder requirements. Check this link to ensure you are following, else files my not show up in scan.
  • {{TabID.Cover}}

    Custom library image icons are optional

    Library image should not be large. Aim for a small file, 32x32 pixels in size. Kavita does not perform validation on size.
  • {{TabID.Advanced}}

    Override Server folder watching for this library. If off, folder watching won't run on the folders this library contains. If libraries share folders, then folders may still be ran against.

    Should series from the library be included on the Dashboard. This affects all streams, like On Deck, Recently Updated, Recently Added, or any custom additions.

    Should series from the library be included on the Recommended page.

    Should series and any derived information (genres, people, files) from the library be included in search results.