How do I edit or delete a dataset?

You can edit or delete a dataset only while it is in the Draft state, meaning until the point that you publish it. To do so, you must first locate it. Refer to FAQ What is the difference between a “draft” dataset and a “published” dataset?

After logging into Mendeley Data, click the My Data tab. You will see a list of datasets. Only datasets that are labeled Draft in the State column can be edited or deleted.

How do I edit a draft dataset?

To edit a draft dataset, click the dataset Name to open it and you will now be able to make edits. For more detailed information about the differences between editing draft and published datasets, please refer to FAQ What is the difference between a “draft” dataset and a “published” dataset?.

How do I delete a draft dataset?

To delete a /draft dataset, open the dataset draft as described above. Then click Delete (preceded by trashcan icon). A dialogue box appears, asking you to confirm that you want to delete the dataset. If so, click Delete. If you decide not to delete the dataset, click Cancel or close the dialogue box by clicking the ‘x’ in the top right corner.

How do I delete a published dataset?

To delete a published dataset, click Delete (trash icon). A dialogue box will appear outlining the steps required to submit a deletion request to the support team.