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Using the Extension

How to download, set up and use the extension. Read here if you need to troubleshoot with the extension.

Downloading the Extension

  • What is the Lean Library Extension?
  • Which browsers are supported?
  • How do I download the Lean Library Browser Extension?
  • Downloading extension on FireFox
  • Downloading extension on Chrome
  • Downloading extension on Safari
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Setting up the Extension

  • How can I customise Lean Library extension?
  • What is in the Settings button?
  • What's in the Notification button?
  • What is the "automate my authentication and skip associated pop-ups" setting?
  • How to use Lean Library if my institute is not subscribed to Lean Library?
  • How do I add two institutions on the Lean Library browser extension?
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Using the Extension

  • How do I get the best experience from the Lean Library extension?
  • How do I temporarily pause/disable/remove the Lean Library extension?
  • How do I force restart the Lean Library extension in my browser?

Mobile Device Support

  • Do you support Android (Phone/ Tablet)?

Troubleshooting

  • Do Ad Blockers affect the Lean Library Extension?
  • Why does the URL change when browsing with the Lean Library extension?
  • My extension did not update automatically. How do I update it to the latest version?
  • Where do I find my personal Google Scholar ID?
  • Reactivate your Lean Library extension on Google Chrome
  • The Alternatives feature isn't showing me what I expect to see
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