Local files

Common questions about local folder structures and refresh behavior.

What is the local manga folder structure?

Use one folder per series, with chapter folders or chapter archives inside.

[Local Manga folder]/
  My Series Title/
    cover.jpg
    001/
      001.jpg
      002.jpg
    002.cbz

Full guide: Local manga

What is the local anime folder structure?

Use one folder per series, with episodes inside.

[Local anime folder]/
  My Anime Title/
    cover.jpg
    ep01.mp4
    ep02.mkv

Full guide: Local anime

I added files but they do not show up

1. Confirm the local folder path in settings.
2. Refresh the list.
3. Confirm the structure matches the guides.

My episodes/chapters are in the wrong order

Use consistent zero-padded naming such as 001, 002, 010 or ep01, ep02, ep10.

How do I stop local media from showing in Android gallery apps?

Add an empty file named .nomedia in the local folder.

Related pages

• Local manga
• Local anime
• Troubleshooting