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EndNote

A comprehensive guide to the reference management software EndNote.

Exporting references from ProQuest databases

To export references from any ProQuest database into EndNote, follow the process described below.

Step 1: Select reference/s to export

First, make sure your EndNote library is open. Search ProQuest, and apply search filters if necessary, to retrieve relevant results.

To select references to export:

  • Tick the box next to the title of each reference

Step 2: Export reference file and open in EndNote

  • In the top right hand menu, select Save > RIS (works with EndNote, Citavi, etc.)

ProQuest Save menu

The Export/Save dialog box will open.

ProQuest Export/Save box

  • Click Continue
  • If you are using Firefox, an .RIS file will open in EndNote and the reference/s will be imported
  • If you are using another browser, such as Google Chrome, the .RIS file will download - double-click on it from the downloads bar or saved location to open it in EndNote and import the reference/s

Open each imported reference and make any changes necessary to produce an accurate citation.