The Offline Notebook feature in LabArchives allows notebook members to download a complete copy of the notebook—or selected folders—for offline viewing. It generates a read-only HTML version of the content, packaged into a ZIP file that includes folders, pages, entries, and attached files. This function is especially valuable for:
- Archiving research data and protocols
- Sharing content with collaborators who don’t have access to your notebook
- Submitting materials for publication or regulatory review
- Complying with institutional, legal, or funding agency documentation requirements
- Field Research and accessing your notebook without needing an internet connection (direct access to notebook attachments on your device)
After extracting the contents, you can open and view the notebook outside of the web browser. The layout closely mirrors the online interface, featuring a familiar Notebook Navigator for easy navigation between folders and pages. Access permissions still apply, which means that notebook members can only download the content that they have been given access to.
How to Create an Offline Notebook
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Click the triple-dot menu in the top-right corner of the navigation bar and select Utilities.
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Select Full notebook or Choose a folder to browse through folders before making a selection.
- A download link will be sent to your registered email. Click Download Your Notebook in the email. The file is also available from the Activity Feed under the Reports filter.
Accessing Your Offline Notebook
- Download your Offline Notebook from the link in your email or from the Activity Feed (Filter on User and Reports).
- Open the file and extract all contents to a folder on your computer.
- Open the folder and double-click
notebook_home_page.htmlto open the offline HTML Notebook.
- Use the Notebook Navigator to browse your notebook—just like you would in the online version.