Citation Management Software - CHEM 481W - Inquiry and Writing in Biochemistry and Chemistry. - Library Class and Subject Guides at Minnesota State University Mankato

Managing Citations with Zotero

Citation managers are applications that collect, manage, and cite research sources.

MSU Mankato librarians provide instructional guidance and technical support for Zotero. Zotero is an free tool (fee for extra storage) that helps you:

Create bibliographies and in text citations for assignments and research projects. Available writing styles include APA, MLA, Chicago, and many more.
Organize citations to create a personalized literature database.
Export citations for library databases and freely available websites.
Save and annotate PDFs.

Install Zotero
To start using Zotero, install the desktop software and add the browser extension. You can also use Zotero on your mobile device.
Zotero Instructions by GSU Libraries
Learn how to use Zotero. This site has step by step instructions, videos, and handouts.
Connect Zotero to Our Library
Add the Base OpenURL information for Minnesota State University, Mankato to use Zotero's Library Lookup feature to find article PDFs or full text
Compare Citation Managers by UC Berkley Library
Learn more about other citation managers like Endnote and Mendeley

Zotero Features

Detailed Features of Zotero
Looks like:	See a video playlist from GSU Libraries
Cost:	Free; fee for additional cloud storage
How to get it:	Create account
How it works:	Desktop client
Mobile compatible:	3rd party apps available Mobile-friendly website
Data is stored:	On your computer; Cloud (if you sync your account)
Can I collaborate with others:	Yes, use groups to share
Where to get help:	Your MSU Subject Librarian, MSU Ask a Librarian, Zotero Help Guide

Credit: This chart was originally adapted from the University of Victoria Libraries.