Where Zotero fits
Choose it when sources and citations need to stay connected throughout a writing project.
Check before you choose
Verify imported metadata and the required citation style before submitting a finished document.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
Separate personal notes, office documents and shared project tracking when comparing options. Local files offer a different ownership model from a hosted workspace, and synchronization is not a substitute for a backup.