About Zotero

Zotero is a standalone software program that works with Firefox, Chrome and Safari. It allows users to:

• Create a databases of citations by easily selecting items from your browser
• Attach and organize your PDFs
• Sync your database to the cloud
• Share group libraries with others
• Create bibliographies in a variety of styles

How to use Zotero

• Zotero quick start guide

• Zotero tutorial videos 

• Zotero help documentation

• Add a citation style to Zotero

Permalinks

Permalinks are URLs that link to a specific page that are stable and won't expire or change. Saving permalinks is especially important when searching the databases because they're typically time restricted due to licensing. Don't rely on the URL in your browser bar because it will expire and when you go to use it again it likely won't work. Below are tips for finding permalinks in several popular resources. If you need assistance, contact Research Help.

Permalinks in Articles & Books

Look under the Cite or Share heading in Articles & Books results to find the Get Link icon. You can then copy the permalink.

Permalinks in EBSCOhost Databases

Look under the Tools menu on the right side of an EBSCOhost database item record to find the Permalink icon. When click on the icon, a permalink will appear above the title. You can then copy the permalink.

Permalinks in ProQuest Databases

Look for the Copy URL icon in the top right of the page of ProQuest databases. When you click on the icon, it will automatically copy the permalink.

Permalinks in Other Databases

Database interfaces vary greatly. If you need help locating a permalink, ask a librarian.

As you research, you might want to talk to a librarian when:

• You hit a wall in your research.
• Your usual process isn't working for a particular project.
• You want to learn about new tools and strategies to aid your research.

To talk with a librarian:

• Email: libaskus@d.umn.edu
• Call: 218-726-8100
• Meet: set up a meeting with your subject librarian