Zotero Citation Manager

This guide is designed to help the EMU community use Zotero to manage citations, organize research, and create bibliographies.
Whether you're just getting started or exploring advanced features, you'll find tools and support throughout this guide.

Zotero Web Library

The Zotero Web Library lets you access and manage your Zotero collections from any device using a web browser. It's ideal for:

  • Working on public computers

  • Using devices that don’t support the Zotero desktop app (e.g., Chromebooks or tablets)

  • Staying synchronized across multiple devices

 

What You Can Do in the Web Library

Zotero Web Library shares many of the same features as the desktop app. You can:

  • 📁 Create collections and subcollections

  • ➕ Add citations (manually or with a browser extension)

  • 🗑️ Delete or move citations

  • 📝 Modify citation details

 
  • 🏷️ Add tags and notes

  • 📚 Create bibliographies

  • 🔍 Search your library

⚠️ Web Library Limitations

Some advanced features are only available in the desktop version:

  • ❌ No integration with Microsoft Word or Google Docs

    (You cannot insert citations or generate bibliographies as you write.)

 
  • ❌ Cannot import RIS or other citation files into your library

  • ❌ No “Unlink Citations” or dynamic updates from within documents

For writing and citing, we recommend using the Zotero Desktop App.

Getting Started with Web Library

To use Zotero Web Library, follow these steps:

1. Create a Zotero Account

  • Go to zotero.org

  • Click Log In (upper-right corner)

  • Click Register for a Free Account

  • Follow the steps to set up your account
    ✅ Once registered, you’ll be directed to your Web Library.

2. Install the Zotero Browser Connector

  • On the Zotero homepage, click the large Download button

  • On the next page, click Install Connector for your browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)

  • Restart your browser and log back into Zotero
    🔄 You’ll now be able to save citations directly to your Web Library.


📌 For help installing the connector, see the tab “Selecting Zotero Settings.”

Zotero Web Library


Note: See the tab "Using Zotero" to start using Zotero Web Library features.

💡 Tips & Help with Zotero Web Library