A lot of Kodi users install builds, which are basically pre-configured Kodi setups that come with their own themes, add-ons, and even electronic program guides. Some builds give Kodi a very different look and feel. However, Kodi might revert to its default Estuary skin for some users when they start the software, which displays a your library is currently empty message. Kodi goes back to its original default state with an empty library when that happens. In such circumstances, users who installed builds need to restore them.

If you’re new to Kodi, note that the your library is currently empty message is not a software error. Some new users might expect Kodi to automatically scan for media content in their folders when they first launch it. However, Kodi doesn’t automatically scan for media files. Thus, new users need to manually add their media content within the media center’s default Estuary skin. The Media sources page on the Kodi wiki provides details for how users can add media sources.

How can I restore Kodi when my library is empty?

1. Select the skin that holds your build

2. Reinstall the Kodi build

However, some users might still need to reinstall their builds if Kodi has been completely wiped clean. Thus, you’ll need to start from scratch by turning on the Unknown sources setting so that you can install the third-party build. Then add the build’s source link via Kodi’s file manager, and select to install the package from the zip file.  

3. Back up Kodi

Note that the above guidelines are for Kodi’s Estuary skin. What you need to click on to install the Backup add-on might be a little different for a third-party build skin. Nevertheless, when you’ve saved a backup with that add-on, you can restore your Kodi build setup when needed. To restore it, open the Backup add-on in Kodi, click Open Settings, click Browse Remote Path, and select the folder that includes the backup. After closing Backup, open the add-on again and click its Restore option. As a conclusion, it is recommended that you keep a Kodi back up to ensure you can always restore your build. When you don’t have a Kodi backup, try selecting the skin for the build as outlined for the first resolution. If Kodi gets completely wiped clean, however, you should have kept a backup as you’ll need to reinstall the build!

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