How do I install Zotero on my computer?
Sophia Terry Go to: Click on the Download button. Save the file to your computer. Run the setup program — this requires administrative access.
How do I get Zotero?
Zotero is free software for your computer….Install
- Go to
- Under Zotero 5.0 for Mac (or for Windows), click Download.
- Under Zotero Connector, Install Chrome Connector (or Firefox Connector or Safari Connector*).
How do I get Zotero on Chrome?
You can download Zotero for free from We are happy to help with any issues you encounter with the Zotero Connector, but we cannot do so through the Chrome Web Store. For bug reports, questions, comments, or help, please visit
How do I download Zotero to Microsoft Word?
Installation
- In Zotero, go to your Preferences menu (on Mac, Zotero > Preferences; on PC, Edit > Preferences).
- Click Cite.
- Click Word Processors.
- Click Install Microsoft Word Add-In (or Install LibreOffice Add-in).
How do I install Zotero on Chrome?
Installing the Zotero Connector
- Open your web browser.
- Go to the Zotero Download Page.
- Follow the prompts to install the Connector.
- Restart your browser as prompted.
Where is the Zotero installation folder?
When you install Zotero, a folder is created to store attachments locally on your computer. To find your Zotero file storage folder, go to the Advanced tab of your Zotero preferences. Select “Files and Folders” and click “Show Data Directory.” This will show you where that folder is located on your computer.
How do I create a Zotero account?
Go to Zotero’s website to set up your free account. Click on Log In (in the top, right-hand corner) and then Register for a free account. Follow the prompts. You now have a Zotero account!
How do I know if Zotero connector is installed?
If the Zotero connector is installed in there will be a folder, paper, or Z icon in your toolbar (icon depends on your browser). If you mouse over the icon you will see the tool tip “Save to Zotero…” If it is not showing, you may not have installed the connector.
Can you use Zotero with Google Docs?
Using Zotero with Google Docs is similar to using it with Microsoft Word. There is a Zotero drop-down menu where you can add a citation, add a bibliography, and change the citation format of your document. The first time you do this, you’ll need to link your Zotero account with your Google Drive account.
How do I find my Zotero username?
Log in with OpenID
- Documentation.
- Forums.
Can I use Zotero with a browser other than Firefox?
Zotero Connectors allow you to save items to Zotero from within browsers other than Firefox, using Zotero’s site translators. Currently Zotero has to be open in order to save items through Zotero Connectors from most websites.
Can I use Zotero with Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge?
Q. Can I use Zotero with Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge? Yes and no. Zotero works with Microsoft Edge, but not with Internet Explorer. To install the Zotero Connector in Edge, go to the Zotero Connector download page and follow the instructions to add it to Edge. Please note that we highly recommend using Zotero with Chrome or Firefox.
How can you add in Zotero in your Firefox?
Via your web browser. To use Zotero properly,you need to install the Zotero Connector for Chrome,Firefox,or Safari,in addition to the Zotero desktop app.