Zotero

First, go to www.zotero.org/download to download Zotero:

Download on a PC:                                        Download on a Mac:

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a connector must be downloaded for any and all browsers with which you intent to use Zotero.

For best results, use Firefox or Chrome.

For use with a desktop browser without a Zotero Connector, you can use the Zotero Bookmarklet (zotero.org/downloadbookmarklet) to save items to your Zotero library. We recommend using the Zotero Connnector when possible for the best experience.

The Zotero bookmarklet allows you to save to your online Zotero account using your mobile device or tablet.  Set up your account to sync (see the "Setting up preferences" box below), and you can access your Zotero Library from any device.

Open Zotero

Mac users: Click on Zotero and then Preferences:

PC users: Click on Edit and choose Preferences:

Deselecting the first option allows you to save file space by preventing Zotero from taking screenshots:

Set your citation style under Styles from the Preferences page:

If you wish to set up an online account in order to access your Zotero Library from different devices, be sure to register for your free account, and then sync your account under the link:

Set to "sync automatically" and to "sync full-text content".

*Use of this tool is shown on the "Creating citations and bibliographies" page of this guide.