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What is Zotero?

Zotero is a free open source tool that allows you to collect, manage and cite research sources. With Zotero, you can:

  • Automatically extract citation information from websites, library catalogs, databases and more.
  • Save PDFs, images, screenshots, and other files.
  • Record your research notes.
  • Automatically create formatted bibliographies in many different styles.
  • Use a plug-in that allows you to insert in-text citations in your Microsoft Word document.
  • Sync the citations and files you save online.
  • Access your saved information from anywhere.
  • Share your saved information online with groups.

View our Zotero Tutorial for videos, PDF instructions and interactive instructions on installing and using Zotero.