CzytajTo guide
How to organise a home library
Choose a shelf, tag and location system that fits the size of your collection.
A useful system lets you locate a book within seconds.
Key principle
The tool should reduce decisions and help you return to the book. If maintaining the system takes more time than reading, simplify it.
Step-by-step method
- Separate formats and physical locations.
- Choose one main order: author, subject or frequency of use.
- Label shelves and boxes briefly.
- Review loans and duplicates every few months.
Common mistakes
- Creating too many categories to maintain.
- Putting heavy books on unstable shelves.
- Leaving stored boxes unlabelled.
How to apply this in CzytajTo
Use only the modules you need: library, progress, journal, due date or challenge. Export the data at any time and keep it outside the browser.
One-week review
Check whether the system helped you start a session, find a book or remember an important date. Remove fields and steps you did not use.
FAQ
Do I need to add every book?
No. Start with current reads and the next few books.
Is the data public?
No. CzytajTo stores entries locally unless you export them.
Can I change the method later?
Yes. Statuses, tags and goals should evolve with your reading habits.