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EndNote

This guide provides an overview of EndNote bibliographic management software.

Importing PDF Files into EndNote

Importing PDF files

Existing PDF files may be converted into EndNote records. EndNote can read citation metadata from newer PDFs, but older PDFs, ILLs, and scanned images/PDFs typically will not work. After importing a PDF file, ensure that the EndNote record is accurate.

 

To import a saved PDF file from your computer to EndNote:

1. In EndNote, go to File > Import > File
2. The Import File dialog box will open. In the Import File field, select Choose to locate the PDF file. Then press Open
3. Next, in the Import Option field, select PDF
4. Click Import
 

Tip: You can place several PDFs in a folder and import the whole folder into EndNote. 

 

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