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Zotero: Quickstart Guide

The more you advance in your academic career, the more important it becomes to have a process to manage your sources. Complete this module for an in-depth look at the Zotero citation utility.

Installing Zotero and Connectors

To use Zotero, you'll need to install the Zotero application as well as a connector to allow your browser to save citations to Zotero. Get started at zotero.org/download.

  1. Download and install the Zotero application. Installing the application will also add a plugin to Microsoft Word. Close Word before you run the installer for best results.
  2. Click the "Install Connector" link for your browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge) and follow the instructions.

Zotero does not work with Internet Explorer. For Safari users: https://www.zotero.org/support/kb/safari_compatibility

Zotero Account

Create a free user account at Zotero.org to enable the sync features of the app. Zotero backs up your library to the cloud, allowing you to access your research from any computer.

  1. Set up an account at Zotero.org/user/register
  2. Open Zotero settings in the app and select the Sync tab. Enter your Zotero username and password, then click Set Up Syncing. Zotero will start syncing automatically.