A Zotero RDF file is a format that allows you to move your Zotero Library, a collection, or specific files, including pdfs, to another computer that has the Zotero Desktop app installed on it. Use this option if you are migrating to a new computer. It will ensure all of your Zotero content get transferred.
- In the Zotero desktop app, select My Library or a specific collection from the left panel
- If you want to export some source records,
in the middle panel, select all of the sources you want to export
- Right click and choose Export Library... or Export Collection... or Export items…
- In the Format drop down, choose the format Zotero RDF
- Select all of the Translator Options: Export Notes, Export Files, Include Annotations
- Leave the Character Encoding option set to the default
- Click the OK button
- In the Export popup window, choose the folder you want to save the file in and name the file something you will recognize (important if you are exporting multiple collections)
- Click the Save button