RESEARCH USE
Where Mendeley Reference Manager fits
Mendeley can build a synchronized library from PDFs, folders, websites, and academic databases, then organize, read, and annotate papers before inserting citations through Mendeley Cite in Word. Check authors, titles, years, DOIs, and item types before submission, export regular backups, and confirm rights before sharing full text with a group.
Research tasks
- Import, organize, and synchronize papers and references
- Read and annotate PDFs or maintain shared libraries
- Insert citations and bibliographies in Microsoft Word
What to evaluate before use
- The boundary between the free service and paid AI, storage, or advanced features can change with the current plans; consult the pricing page.
- Extracted metadata and duplicate detection can be wrong. Check institutional policy and service terms before uploading unpublished, restricted, or sensitive files.
Verification note
This entry summarizes the resource's role without assessing scientific accuracy or endorsing its outputs. Features and terms can change; consult the official source before adopting it for consequential work.
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Last verified: 2026-09-16
Source: official documentation ↗