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@@ -24,4 +24,17 @@ To use work through the exercises, we need to install the official MongoDB GUI:
 
 ![](/img/open-shell-compass.png)
 
+### 5. Switch to the "library" database
+
+The default database that's selected when you open the MongoDB shell is `test`. You will be working with the `library` database.
+To select it type the following command in the terminal emulator:
+
+```
+use library
+```
+
+!["A screenshot of the MongoDB Shell in the Compass UI showing the command 'use library'"](/img/use-library-mongosh.png)
+
+Press **Enter** to confirm the selection.
+
 That's it for the setup, let's get our hands dirty!
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