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Zotero

A guide for using the reference management software Zotero

Zoterobib

Zoterobib is a quick and easy version for those that may just need a quick citation on the fly!  Similar to other online citation generators, but more reliable, Zoterobib can save time and does not require any downloading of software.  It is also free.

Integration with Word Processing

Zotero 5.0 will automatically install plug-ins for word processing software on your computer, including Word, and allow you to add and build citations and bibliographies in your writing.  More information can be found here.

RSS Feeds

If there are journals that you are interested in checking regularly, look for an RSS feed (usually indicated with the following symbol: ), find the URL, and paste it in as a new feed.  New article titles will appear in Zotero, allowing you to keep up-to-date with recent research.

Groups

Zotero allows you to share your collections and work with groups of different sizes.  Set up public or private groups, depending on your needs.  For more information on setting up groups, see here.