In addition to RefWorks, there are other tools that allow researchers to create their own database of citations, and keep their citations organized into folders or groups. Additionally, there are many quick tools freely available to create citations instantly.
Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organize, cite, and share your research sources.
| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Access | Web |
| Web Citation Storage | 300 MB free |
| Attach files/links | Both |
| Sharing | Yes |
| Word Processing Integration | Word, Open Office |
Click here to download Zotero.
Mendeley is a free reference manager and academic social network, allowing you to create a searchable library, cite as you write, and read and annotate PDFs.
| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Access | Web and desktop |
| Web Citation Storage | 2 GB free |
| Attach files/links | Files |
| Sharing |
Share reading lists, references, or articles |
| Word Processing Integration | Word and Open Office |
Click here to download Mendeley.
