POLS 3998-01: Zotero

Activity: Importing To Zotero

Let’s practice using Zotero!

Import an article, book, webpage, or video to your library from the following:

• OneSearch : library.lmu.edu then use the OneSearch search box
• GenderWatch database: library.lmu.edu then search for keyword Genderwatch (all one word) in OneSearch

 Bonus: Add a PDF attachment to an imported article or make sure you have the full text.

Hint: You can download the pdf or add a permalink

Option One: Import an item using the Zotero browser plugin/extension

• Pros: One-click addition, can add webpages and other media easily, works with most browsers
• Cons: must sync with desktop to work properly, preferred browser is Firefox, Safari, or Chrome
• How To:
  • Download plugins/extensions:
    • Zotero For Firefox
    • Zotero For Chrome
    • Zotero For Safari
  • Sync to online library and Zotero desktop (follow directions here)

Option One: Import an item using a RIS file

• Pros: Most databases have RIS under Export or Save, gives you options on what metadata to import (abstracts, citations only, etc.)
• Cons: Extra step with downloading the file and opening/importing to Zotero, hard to keep track of what has been added already
• How To:
  • Find article, book, or item in database
  • Located RIS file option (usually on right or left hand side of webpage under "Export" or "Save" options)
  • Download RIS file to desktop folder
  • Go to Zotero Desktop/Standalone application and import file from folder
  • Bonus: Set Zotero as default program for all RIS file types: Windows, Mac