Start

The Zotero web site (Zotero.org) has clear, simple documentation and video tutorials. Here is an introductory video:

Their Quick Start Guideprovides an excellent overview.

  • To begin, click the Download Now button

 

 

  • Download the Firefox extension for either Windows or Macs
    zotero_firefox

 

 

 

  • Download the Word processor extension for either Windows or Macswordplugin

 

 
OR, for Chrome & Safari:

Download Zotero Standalone

zotero_standalone

 
  • To set your Zotero preferences, open  Zotero by clicking on the Zotero icon at the bottom of your browser.Then select the small gear icon and choose “Preferences.”
  • Set your general preferences as follows: