What is the easiest reference manager to use?
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There are several popular reference managers available, and the "easiest" one to use can vary depending on individual preferences and needs. However, there are a couple of factors that you can take into account when assessing a reference manager and how easy to use it is.
Questions to ask to find out if a reference manager is easy to use:
- Does it have a clean and simple interface?
- Can you quickly learn how to use it without studying a manual for hours?
- Is it easy to migrate from other reference managers?
- Is it easy to collaborate with other researchers?
- Is the reference import from databases and websites quick and hassle-free?
- Can you easily switch between citation styles?
- Can you switch between devices and access your library from anywhere?
Paperpile meets all of the above criteria for an easy-to-use reference manager:
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- Paperpile’s clean and intuitive user interface makes it the easiest reference manager to use
- Migration from any other reference manager is quick and straightforward
- Share your papers with anyone - not just Paperpile users
- Lightning-fast reference import - Paperpile integrates with your favorite database
- Format your citations and bibliography in any major citation style like APA, MLA, Chicago, or one of thousands of journal-specific styles
- Sync between devices - your PDFs are always available and always organized
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