Installation, Indexing & Updates
Wiki: Installation and Indexing FAQ
Video: Installing
Logos is resource intensive and really benefits from an SSD drive as well as a fast processor and adequate memory (8+ GB).
After installing the Logos application, sign-in with your Logos account and choose an appropriate Library size dependent on the amount of disk space you have. Logos then downloads your library content, followed by indexing; which can take several hours.
Updates to the software and updated/new resources will be automatically downloaded by default, but you can change Automatically Start Downloads to NO in Tools > Program Settings. You cannot know what is being downloaded, but you will get a summary after it has completed.
Software updates are announced in the “Logos Desktop...” forum in a thread that is pinned to the top. You will also have access to the Release Notes in the forum, and via a Notification in the App.
Also, you can find which resources have been updated in Library by sorting the “Last Updated” column. Alternatively, use the Filter sidebar to get access to Last Updated and Added.
Tip: Wait for indexing to finish before using Logos, as Searching will not function and other features will be sluggish.
Tip: Many free resources are available (Logos does not charge your credit card).
First Steps
Wiki: User Wiki Table of Contents
The above wiki will list all Logos features with Support articles, but if you start by learning a few features, and at your own pace push yourself to learn others, you will master Logos. As with any new programs it takes time to learn and gain an in-depth understanding.
So below are some suggested places to start.
Tip: Highlight some bible verses and press F7 for a pop-up comparison with your Top 5 Bibles.
The Fn key may need to be pressed with F7 on Mac.
Tip: You can remove/add sections in Guides, so customised Guides may not be necessary.
Tip: You can collapse Guide sections to improve speed and/or presentation.
Tip: Use Settings in the Word by Word section of a custom Exegetical Guide to restrict the output for faster scrolling
if your passage is a bible Chapter. Optionally, use the Word by Word Bible Reference Guide from the Guide Menu when you want
a detailed report for several verses or chapters.
Tip: Windows Control key is equivalent to Command key on Mac.
You will learn as you go. It can take some time, but keep at it! Stop and try items in videos so you see how they work.
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