Eagle library can sync through iCloud, but iCloud lacks an intuitive sync status interface. This article will guide you on how to confirm the sync status of your library on iCloud and provide related recommendations.

Steps to Check iCloud Sync Status

Check iCloud Settings
- Open "System Preferences" > Click Apple ID
- Find iCloud on the left side and click it, ensure you are logged in and Eagle app has permission to use iCloud for file storage
Check File Sync Status
- In Mac's Finder, navigate to your iCloud Drive folder
- Look for the folder containing your Eagle library (usually ending with .library)
- Check the cloud icon next to the folder: if it shows a cloud with a downward arrow, it indicates the file is syncing from iCloud to local
Disable Storage Optimization
- In "System Preferences" > Apple ID > iCloud, ensure "Optimize Mac Storage" is not enabled
- This option may cause some files to be stored only in the cloud rather than on the local hard drive, affecting Eagle's normal operation
Check Library in Eagle
- Launch the Eagle application
- From the menu bar, select "File" > "Open Library", locate your library in iCloud Drive
- If you can open and browse files normally, it indicates good sync status

Important Notes

Sync Time: If the library is large or network conditions are limited, iCloud sync may take a considerable amount of time, please wait patiently for sync completion
Sync Risks: We don't particularly recommend using iCloud because compared to other sync services, iCloud's sync status is not clear and intuitive enough, which may increase the risk of data loss or sync errors
Sync Issues: If you encounter problems such as library not existing or unable to load, please ensure stable network connection and restart iCloud sync or contact Apple Support as needed

How to check the sync status of Eagle library on iCloud?