Reference managers allow you to collect, save and manage the references you find in databases, websites, or other sources in one place. Most reference management programs include a downloadable desktop version, browser version and perhaps also a mobile app. Also add-ons for word processors are available so that you can create citations and bibliographies, for example, with MS Word.
Please see also the Reference management software at University of Helsinki guide for links to instructions and download sites, self-study materials, guides and videos.
Instructions on installing Zotero, EndNote 21, Mendeley or other applications on a university computer are on the Software Center help page.
EndNote 21 has been purchased for the use of staff and students on the university's computers (instructions on Software Center help page). Both staff and students may also use EndNote 21 on their computers at home. The installation media for your home computer can be found in the Download Center.
EndNote Basic is a freely available online reference manager, only registration is required.
EndNote Training & Support (Clarivate)
EndNote Feature Comparison Chart
Zotero is a free of charge program that anyone can download on their computer. Zotero Connector is a browser extension allowing you to quickly save content to Zotero.
Zotero website
Zotero Quick Start Guide
For the dates of the basic Zotero courses, see the Courses at the Library website.
Mendeley Reference Manager is a free of charge program that anyone can download on their computer. Just create a free account.
Mendeley website
Mendeley Help Guides (Elsevier)
