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RefWorks: Get Started Guide  

RefWorks is a citation manager that is free for UNC students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Find out how to start using RefWorks to cite your papers and projects.
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Login to RefWorks

Access your free RefWorks account with UNC-CH.

New to RefWorks? Go to the login page and click "Sign up for a New Account."

Want to get the most out of RefWorks or need help? Start here

 

How do I get started with RefWorks?

The blue tabs at the top of the page will guide you through setting up your account for on and off campus use, importing references, using RefWorks for papers, and troubleshooting errors.  If at any time you need additional help, don't hesistate to Ask a Librarian.

In addition to the Getting Started tips found in this guide, you can also refer to online help provided by RefWorks:

Using a Mac?  Be sure to read our Mac Users' page before you start to avoid potential problems.

    Refworks 2.0

    RefWorks has moved to a new interface, RefWorks 2.0.  It became available to all UNC Chapel Hill users on August 2, 2011. 

    To get familiar with the new interface:

    •    RefWorks 2.0 Preview Tutorial (for users already familiar with RefWorks)
    •    RefWorks 2.0 Fundamentals Tutorial (for new, or less familiar users)
    •    RefWorks 2.0 At A Glance

    The new interface has an upgraded design that allows for easier navigation, while preserving the functions you are accustomed to using.  The homepage will be divided into three tabs: References, Folders, and Sharing.  On the right-side you will find a Quick Access toolbar linking you to special features and help resources.  Existing accounts and data will be accessible in the new interface.

    You will continue to have access to the old interface by clicking on the “RefWorks Classic” link at the top of the screen after logging in.  Availability of RefWorks Classic is anticipated to end sometime this year.  The RefGrab-It and Write-N-Cite tools will look the same for now.

        
       

      How do I set up my alumni RefWorks account?

      Setting Up an Alumni Account

      If you already have a Refworks account: Under the Tools menu pick "Update User Information". Change your Type of User to "alumni", then click Update.

      Whether you already have a Refworks account or not, contact us via Ask a Librarian and provide your name, your Refworks account name (if any), the year you graduated, and the degree you earned. We will verify your alumni status and reply to you with the group code and (if necessary) how to set up an account .

       

      About RefWorks

      RefWorks can be used to:

      • Create a searchable database of reference citations
      • Create folders to organize your references
      • Automatically insert references into papers, manuscripts or other documents
      • Format references and bibliographies in a variety of styles
      • Organize and share your references
       

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