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Referencing Management Software: Zotero

Zotero is a free, open-source tool to help you collect, organise, cite, and share research. This guide provides links to comprehensive resources to get you started with Zotero version 7 (2024). Click the tabs below to explore each topic.

Zotero basics

Installing Zotero and connectors

 

Select your chosen referencing style and other settings

  1. Under Edit in the top menu bar in the Zotero client select Settings
  2. Select "Cite"
  3. Select one of the pre-installed styles e.g. Cite Them Right Harvard 12th ed
  4. If you want a style not listed, click on "get additional styles" to search for and select the style you want.

 

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Adding Sources

 

Organising Your Library

 

Creating citations and reference lists

 

Zotero and Word

These comprehensive guides cover everything from basic functions to advanced features of Zotero 7. Rather than duplicating excellent existing resources, we recommend these trusted guides for all aspects of Zotero not covered in our focused sections. Whether you're troubleshooting an issue, exploring advanced features, or simply want to learn more about Zotero's capabilities, these resources will help you make the most of your reference management.