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What is Mendeley?

Mendeley is a reference/citation manager with web-based, desktop, and mobile versions. You can sync your citation library between these different versions and across different devices.

New web, desktop app and citation tool

Mendeley Reference Manager simplifies the process of adding and using your references. The Mendeley Cite tool allows you to easily insert in-text citations and bibliographies / references in documents created with Microsoft Word 2016 and above, Microsoft Office 365 and Online, and the Microsoft Word app for iPad.

Get stared with the Mendeley Reference Manager: A Guide for New Users (pdf) or check out the Mendeley Help Guides page for:

Note: The old(er) Desktop app and Citation Plugin are still available for those using pre-2016 versions of Microsoft Word on the desktop.

How to Get Started with Mendeley

Register for an Account
You will need an account to use Mendeley. Sign up at mendeley.com
Download Mendeley Desktop
Use the Mendeley Desktop to build and organize your collection of references and documents, which you can sync with the web and mobile versions. Drag & drop PDF files into the Desktop to instantly create references. Annotate PDFs with highlights and sticky notes as you read them.
Install the Mendeley Web Importer
Adding the Web Importer to your favorite web browser makes it easy to import references and documents from academic databases. Access browser extension for Chrome or Firefox or add a bookmark for Safari, IE, etc. from Mendeley Web's Reference Management tab.
Install the Citation Plugin
The plugin allows you to insert citations and bibliographies into your Microsoft Word (including Word 2016), LibreOffice, or BibTeX document. Look for the Install link in the Tools menu of Mendeley Desktop.
Download the free Mendeley Mobile app from iTunes or Google Play.

Mendeley Help / Guides

Provide focused help with:

Platform: Desktop, Web, iOS, Android
Installation of Mendeley Desktop on Windows (7 or later) and Mac (OS X10.10 or later)
Citation Plugin: Used with Mendeley Desktop on Microsoft Word (Windows & Mac) or Libre Office (all platforms)
Groups
Citation Guides: APA, MLA, Harvard, citing a website
Videos and Tutorials : Short (most less than five minutes) videos on getting started, importing and organizing documents, generating citations and more.

Mendeley Technical Support

Help is available for Mendeley Institutional Edition users from Webster University or Eden Seminary. Online support and resources may be accessed at https://www.elsevier.com/solutions/mendeley/support

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