
James Sobczak
STEM Librarian
Learning & Research Services
STEM Librarian
Learning & Research Services
Email:
jsobczak@miami.edu
Appointment:
Online Booking Link
Call:
305.284.4059
Pronouns: He | Him | His
jsobczak@miami.edu
Appointment:
Online Booking Link
Call:
305.284.4059
Pronouns: He | Him | His
In order to sync and backup your references and documents for anywhere using an internet connection, it is best practices to create an account with Zotero. Zotero's free account allows for 300 MB of storage with the option to purchase additional storage space via tiered pricing plans.
• Create an account at
https://www.zotero.org/user/register
(though not required, it is preferable to register your account with your miami.edu email address.)
• Create an account at
https://www.zotero.org/user/register
(though not required, it is preferable to register your account with your miami.edu email address.)
Installing the Zotero desktop application will allow Zotero to integrate into your existing word processing applications (supports Microsoft Word and LibreOffice Writer). Some users also find it easier to organize your references and documents in the desktop application instead of through the web portal.
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download
(supports Windows, macOS, and Linux)
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download
(supports Windows, macOS, and Linux)
Browser Extension (preferred option)
The Zotero Connector browser extension allows Zotero to capture references and documents directly from your browser.
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download/
(supports Chome, Firefox, and Safari)
Bookmarklet
There is also the option of using a Bookmarklet if you use an unsupported browser or would prefer not to install an extension.
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download/bookmarklet
The Zotero Connector browser extension allows Zotero to capture references and documents directly from your browser.
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download/
(supports Chome, Firefox, and Safari)
Bookmarklet
There is also the option of using a Bookmarklet if you use an unsupported browser or would prefer not to install an extension.
• Download the application at:
https://www.zotero.org/download/bookmarklet
Note:
In order to use Zotero Connector, must do one of the following have Zotero Desktop application open before making your selection.
1. Find an online resource you want to cite
2. Click on the Zotero Connector icon in your browser (this icon will change depending on the type of resource - article
, video
, website
, etc.)

3. If you get the following error message you need to open the Zotero Desktop application (or select the "Enable Saving to Online Library" option which will open another window/tab and require you to log in to your Zotero account)

4. Select the collection folder in Zotero where you would like to save the reference

5. Item will appear in you Zotero Desktop application

In order to use Zotero Connector, must do one of the following have Zotero Desktop application open before making your selection.
1. Find an online resource you want to cite
2. Click on the Zotero Connector icon in your browser (this icon will change depending on the type of resource - article




3. If you get the following error message you need to open the Zotero Desktop application (or select the "Enable Saving to Online Library" option which will open another window/tab and require you to log in to your Zotero account)

4. Select the collection folder in Zotero where you would like to save the reference

5. Item will appear in you Zotero Desktop application

To create a simple bibliography or citation:
1. Select all item you want to include within Zotero

2. Right-click anywhere on the item and select "Create Bibliography from Items..."

3. Select your citation style (e.g. APA), your mode (e.g. Bibliography or in-text Citation), and method (e.g. Copy to Clipboard)

4. Open your word processor of choice and press Ctrl+V

1. Select all item you want to include within Zotero

2. Right-click anywhere on the item and select "Create Bibliography from Items..."

3. Select your citation style (e.g. APA), your mode (e.g. Bibliography or in-text Citation), and method (e.g. Copy to Clipboard)

4. Open your word processor of choice and press Ctrl+V

How do I integrate Zotero with Google Drive (and Google Docs)?
Please set up a consultation with James Sobczak to discuss.
How do I add an attachment to a reference?
The easiest way is to simply drag and drop the file onto the reference. The reference will now have a drop-down arrow (
) and a blue attachment indicator dot (
).

Where does Zotero store my PDFs?
Zotero stores all data in its Data Directory. More information can be found here (https://www.zotero.org/support/zotero_data) regarding the Data Directory and locations on various operating systems. PDFs are located in the "Storage" folder within randomly named folders. To better organize and rename reference attachment files, you will need to make use of other Zotero plugins, such as ZotFile, but this might affect Zotero's ability to sync with your cloud account.
Please set up a consultation with James Sobczak to discuss.
How do I add an attachment to a reference?
The easiest way is to simply drag and drop the file onto the reference. The reference will now have a drop-down arrow (



Where does Zotero store my PDFs?
Zotero stores all data in its Data Directory. More information can be found here (https://www.zotero.org/support/zotero_data) regarding the Data Directory and locations on various operating systems. PDFs are located in the "Storage" folder within randomly named folders. To better organize and rename reference attachment files, you will need to make use of other Zotero plugins, such as ZotFile, but this might affect Zotero's ability to sync with your cloud account.
Youtube Video Series
by Nicholas Cifuentes-Goodbody
(created with Zotero v4.0 but still very helpful)
by Nicholas Cifuentes-Goodbody
(created with Zotero v4.0 but still very helpful)