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Legacy RefWorks Guide: Write-N-Cite

What is Write-N-Cite?

Write-N-Cite is a feature in RefWorks that allows you to pull in references into a Word document, creating in-text citations and a reference list within your document. It is essentially a plug-in within Word. In-text citations and references within the reference list can be converted to a different referencing style at a click of a button.

How do I use Write-N-Cite?

Once installed you should she an extra tab appear in Word. It will either say RefWorks or ProQuest.

Click on this tab and Log In.

Now copy and paste the log in code from the Write-N-Cite page in RefWorks (Tools > Write-N-Cite).

Your Word document is now linked to your RefWorks folders.

Write-N-Cite Quick Guide

Here is a link to a quick guide on installing and using Write-N-Cite effectively.

How do I install Write-N-Cite?

Write-N-Cite is installed on PCs on campus at De Montfort University.

If you are using your own PC or laptop you can download Write-N-Cite from RefWorks.

 

In RefWorks select Tools and then Write-N-Cite.

 

A new window opens giving you the option to download Write-N-Cite to your own computer.

 

This video explains how to install Write-N-Cite and there is an installation guide from the download page.

Inserting Citations using Write-N-Cite

This video shows you how to insert references into your Word document.