Zotero is an open source reference manager that can help you store and organize research information (e.g., journal articles, book chapters, conference contributions or websites). It allows you to easily and efficiently create in-text citations and reference lists while working on academic output individually or with a group of authors.
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Install Zotero and Browser Connector
- Go to https://www.zotero.org/download.
- Download and run the installer for Zotero. Keep the default settings during installation.
- Once done, return to the download page and install the Zotero Connector for your browser. Follow the on-screen instructions to fully install the browser extension.
Register for a Zotero Account
- Go to https://www.zotero.org/user/register/.
- Register using your @utwente.nl or @student.utwente.nl email address to receive unlimited storage. You are free to select any username and password you like.
- Open the confirmation email you will receive and follow the instructions to activate your account.
Login to the Zotero application
- Open the Zotero desktop application.
- On the top bar, click Edit, then select Settings from the drop-down menu.
- In the settings menu, click on the Sync tab.
- Enter the username and password for the account you just created. This enables automatic library syncing, backup, and collaboration functions.
Consult manuals & guides
After installation, you can consult the extensive documentation (e.g. manuals and quick start guides) for instructions on how to use and work with Zotero.For more detailed instructions, go to https://www.zotero.org/support/moving_to_zotero.
- From EndNote:
- In EndNote: File > Export.
- Set format to XML.
- Save the file in the folder My Endnote Library.Data (can usually be found in My Documents).
- In Zotero: File > Import.
- Select “A file (BibTeX, RIS, Zotero RDF, etc.)” and press Next. Select the saved .xml file and follow the instructions to finalize the import.
- From Mendeley:
- Go to File → Import within Zotero and choose the “Mendeley Reference Manager (online import)” option.
- Log in to Mendeley and give permission to proceed with the import.
- Generic (.RIS, .BIB, …):
- In your previous manager or LaTeX project, export your library as a .RIS or .BIB file, or find an existing .RIS or .BIB file. Store it on an easily accessible folder on your computer, for example your Downloads folder.
- In Zotero select File > Import.
- Select “A file (BibTeX, RIS, Zotero RDF, etc.)” and press Next.
- Select the saved/exported file and follow the instructions to finalize the import.
When adding your UT email address to your account, you will automatically switch to the institutional subscription. You will no longer be billed. In order to prevent potential billing in the future, you can remove your payment details from your account.
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The University Library offers Zotero training as an optional part of the Scientific Information bootcamp for first year PhD students.
If you have a group of students or staff who want to get to know Zotero, please send an email to your faculty's information specialist. We will arrange a tailor-made workshop.