13. Create a library

The installer will prompt to create the first library or branch if the sample libraries were not installed.

A library in Koha is the digital representation of a “physical” place. More libraries can be added later by going to Administration -> Libraries and groups.

Create library

1. Library code: code consisting of up to 10 letters.
2. Name: Official name of the library, as it is commonly known.
3. Click the Submit button to create a library.

For example:

Create library example

1. Library code: The regular expression that filters the acceptable inputs for library code only accepts up to 10 letters.
2. Name: The regular expression for this field will only accept letters and spaces.