A reference manager is a piece of software that can help you organise your academic resources. It can also automatically generate in-text citations and reference lists! While most have the same basic features, they may operate quite differently. Reference managers can save you a lot of time and pain - but they also require set up and do not replace learning APA 7. ALWAYS check your in-text citations and reference lists before submitting.
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Zotero is a free, open source reference manager. It allows you to:
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You need all three for Zotero to work Once everything is downloaded, Zotero will sit within Word on your desktop. If it doesn't appear, close Word and reopen it.
Librarian's rating: Recommended Easy to set up: Easy to use: |
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EndNote is paid reference software. Wintec students and staff can download it for free. It allows you to:
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. You need all except EndNote Click for EndNote to work
Librarian's rating: Avoid Easy to set up: Easy to use: |
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Mendeley is a free reference manager. It allows you to:
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You need all four for Mendeley to work
Librarian's rating: Meh Easy to set up: Easy to use: |
