Referencing Software: Zotero
Information about EndNote, Mendeley, RefWorks, Zotero and RefME. Examples of how to use the software and links to training and support.
Zotero
The Library does not currently support Zotero, introductory information is given below. If you have a question about using Zotero we may be able to help, email Library@st-andrews.ac.uk with any questions.
Zotero Support Tweets
Zotero Quick Reference Guide
- Zotero Quick Start GuideIncludes information about installing, collecting citations, sorting citations, and adding citations to documents.
Getting started:
- Register for a free Zotero an account. This will allow you to access Zotero on multiple devices, and to sync across devices.
- Once you have created an account go to https://www.zotero.org/ and click "download" to install Zotero to your device (Mac, PC or Linux)*
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install Zotero. The Download will add Zotero to your device and install the word processor plug-in
- Install a Zotero Browser Connector or Plug-in - to add things to your Zotero Library.
* If you are using A chromebook you can install Zotero but will first need to install Linux on your Chromebook.
Why use Zotero?
Zotero helps you to organise, share and save your references and to create bibliographies in different styles.
Zotero is web based and free to use.
Zotero: Introduction
Zotero Word Plugin (citing and creating bibliographies)
Need help?
- Zotero ForumYou can search the Zotero Forum or post a question and a developer will get back to you.
Books about citing and referencing
- Recommendations for citing and referencing published material byISBN: 0580189724Publication Date: 1990
