Guides

Tools for Managing References

Tools for Managing References

  • Zotero - a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organise, cite, and share research.
  • Mendeley - A free web-based and desktop system that allows you to add papers directly from your browser, import documents from your desktop, and generate references, citations and bibliographies in a whole range of journal styles. It also allows highlighting, annotation and export to other platforms and apps.
  • eBook Citation Tool - Allows you to enter an eBook's details and automatically generate a citation.

 

See the Citation Software Guide to learn more.

Exporting a Reference from the Catalogue

Using the citation tool:

  1. To view or export citations click the Cite button.
  2. In the copy a citation drop-down menu, select the Chicago notes-bibliography option provided, then proofread the result against the current UD style guide before using it.
  3. An information window will remind you to proofread the citation. Correct any errors before adding it to your work.
  4. Either copy the citation or, under Export a citation, choose Export to RIS for use with a citation manager.