Install Zotero

To use Zotero, you need to install two things:

The Zotero program which is available for Windows and Mac
A Zotero connector to allow your Internet browser to save citations to Zotero.

These are both available from the Zotero download page.

Install Zotero 5.0 for Windows (or Mac)

From Zotero, download and install the Zotero application for your operating system. It does not work with Internet Explorer/Edge.

► Close Word before you download so it can install the Word toolbar.

How to install Zotero / Georgia State University Library (YouTube)

When Zotero is downloaded it will appear in your Word toolbar:

Install Zotero Connector

Connectors allow your web browser to save citations to your Zotero library.

Select the 'Install Connector' link for your browser (Chrome, Firefox or Safari) and follow the instructions. Zotero does not work with Internet Explorer/Edge.

The Zotero downloads page should automatically detect what browser you're using and give you a link

Zotero layout

The Zotero desktop default layout has three columns:

'My Library' which includes any folders you have created
Displays your references
Detailed information about a specific reference.

Zotero Online

You don't need an account to use Zotero but creating a free online account will allow you to join groups and sync your library across multiple devices. The first 300MB of Zotero cloud storage is free but if you exceed this you have to pay an annual subscription.

To link Zotero software to Zotero online and sync your data, open your Zotero Preferences > Sync > Settings. Then sign in with your account details.