In search of obvious patterns, we analysed the most common solvents used during MOF synthesis with respect to different temperature regimes and additives (Fig. ). At temperatures ranging from 80 °C to 160 °C, DMF and water, as well as their mixtures with other solvents are the most commonly used solvents. Synthesis at temperatures above 160 °C is predominantly carried out in water as a single solvent. Besides, the majority of MOF synthesis reactions at high temperatures (above 120 °C) are performed without additives, while at temperatures below 80 °C, the addition of acidic additives dominates.