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Zotero - Get Started!: Getting Started

Zotero is a free easy-to-use tool that helps you collect, organize, cite, and share research content.

Download Zotero

Zotero

Zotero for Windows

Your personal research assistant

Other platforms

 

Download and Install Zotero 6

Download

  1. Use Google Chrome or Firefox browser
  2. Go to the Zotero Download page
    • The site will automatically detect your operating system (Win, Mac, Linux*) and browser.
    • Zotero DOES NOT work with Chromebooks or Office 365
  3. Download Zotero and browser Connector

Installation of Zotero

  1. Close any Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word)
  2. Open the downloaded Zotero file (.exe or .dmg).
  3. Follow the installation directions
    • Zotero and an MS Word add-in will be installed
  4. Open the Zotero program
  5. Open MS Word
    •   Notice the word Zotero on your toolbar.

Zotero Connector

Zotero Extension

Zotero Connector

Save to Zotero from your browser

Install Chrome Connector

Zotero Connectors automatically sense content as you browse the web and allow you to save it to Zotero with a single click.

Zotero Connectors for other browsers

 

Installation of Browser Connector

Installation of Browser Connector (Add-on/extension)

  1. Install the Zotero Connector for your browser (best with Chrome or Firefox)
    • Browser may restart after installation
    • You'll notice a Zotero icon (a "Z" or a small rectangle) on the right side of your browser toolbar.

Plugins

Plugins

Install one of the many third-party plugins and become even more productive.
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