Upload your Kobo Datafile on Mac

A quick guide explaining how to upload your data file on Mac.

1. Connect your Kobo E-Reader to your computer


Simply plug your Kobo E-Reader into your computer. Your Kobo E-Reader may prompt for a approval to connect to your computer, if so click: Connect

2. Upload your Kobo Datafile


Kobonotes Guide for Mac - Upload your file screen
Click on “Upload KoboReader.sqlite”. Your finder will open and you’ll have to select a file to upload. The file to upload is located on your Kobo E-Reader. However, this file is hidden and MacOS won’t make it visible as seen in the screenshot below.
Kobonotes Guide for Mac - Finder window
To show hidden files click: CMD + Shift + .
Now you will see more files as shown in the image below.
Kobonotes Guide for Mac - Finder window showing hidden files
The file you need to select is located at: .kobo > KoboReader.sqlite
Kobonotes Guide for Mac - Selecting the KoboReader.sqlite file
Click Open

3. Done!


Your highlights and notes are now being extracted. If you're uploading your Kobo Datafile for the first time, it may take a minute. After extraction is done, enjoy organizing! :)
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