Reference Management

Why use a reference management programme?

• To collect and manage bibliographic references
• Direct import from catalogues, databases and websites, including the ability to add and edit citations and files
• Transferring bibliographic references and citations to your word processing programme
• Automatic generation of a reference in a citation style of your choice

Your library recommends Zotero 

• Available permanently as an open-source product
• Suitable for all operating systems – there’s even a browser-integrated version
• Includes a plugin for your word processing programme (Word, LibreOffice, Pages, etc.)
• Collaborative working in groups

Learning and using Zotero

You can find more information on how to use Zotero here:

• Zotero website
• Zotero – Information, citation styles and FAQs [in German]

Book your Zotero training session with our training team now!

Any questions about Zotero?

• Please email us at bibauskunftfh-aachen.de
• Use our online library support via Webex:
  Mon–Thu: 1 pm–3 pm
  Fri: 12 noon–2 pm