Citas y Referencias Bibliográficas con MENDELEY en WORD ✅

How to Insert Citations with Mendeley in Word

Introduction to Mendeley

• The video introduces the process of inserting citations using the Mendeley plugin for Word and how to add bibliographic references from cited works.

• Viewers are guided to download the desktop version of Mendeley from mendezleite.com, emphasizing installation on a Windows computer.

Setting Up Your Account

• After installation, users can create an account or log in if they already have one. This is essential for accessing features across devices.

• The search tab allows users to filter results by keywords and years, enhancing research efficiency.

Organizing References

• Users can add documents to their library and organize them into collections based on topics or themes.

• Synchronization between the desktop version and web account ensures that all references are up-to-date across platforms.

Installing Browser Plugin

• The tutorial explains how to install the Mendeley Web Importer plugin for Chrome, which facilitates adding documents directly from web pages.

• Once installed, users can easily save articles found online into their Mendeley library.

Adding Documents from Other Sources

• While browsing academic sites like Google Scholar, users can add PDFs directly into their library using the newly installed plugin.

• Metadata for added documents can be edited as needed within the application.

Integrating with Microsoft Word

• Instructions are provided for installing the citation plugin in Word. Users must open a document and navigate to the References tab.

• Logging into Mendeley through Word is necessary for citation functionality; this includes entering personal details if prompted.

Inserting Citations in Word

• To insert citations, place the cursor where desired in your document. Selecting a reference will automatically format it according to APA 7th edition style by default.

• Users have options to change citation styles as needed while ensuring proper formatting throughout their work.

Organizing Library References

Modifying Titles and Authors

• The discussion emphasizes the need to organize library references, including changing titles and adding authors' names for clarity.

• A suggestion is made to modify the metadata of documents being reviewed to ensure accuracy in citations.

Utilizing Reading Options

• The use of colored markers is introduced as a method to highlight important areas while reading, enhancing focus on key sections.

• There’s an option mentioned for completing metadata by retrieving information from the file currently under review.

Updating Word Document References

• After making modifications in the library, users are directed back to their Word document to check if changes reflect correctly.