Copying Connection Files

When you display a list of connection files in EndNote, the list is comprised of the installed connection files found in the \\Program Files (x86)\EndNote 2025\Connections folder, as well as new or modified connection files found in your personal Connections folder. For an explanation of where your files are stored, see Folder Locations Preferences.

There are two ways to copy connection files. Since each connection file is a separate file on your hard drive, you can copy them as you would copy any file on your hard drive using the File Explorer.

To make a copy of a connection file from within EndNote:

1. From the Tools menu, select Connection Files, and then select Open Connection Manager.
2. Select the connection file you want to copy and click Edit.
3. Without making any changes to the connection file, select Save As from the connection file's File menu.
4. Give this copy of the connection file a new name, and then save it.

The file is saved in your personal Connections folder. The new connection file will remain open. The original connection file will be left untouched.