ISBN to RIS converter

Do you have ISBN numbers, which you want to convert to a RIS file? Just upload or paste your ISBN numbers below and click Convert.

How to convert ISBN numbers to a RIS file online

Follow these easy steps to turn ISBN numbers into a RIS file with the Paperpile format converter:

1. Click the Choose ISBN file button above, drag and drop a file into the drop zone or copy and paste the content of your ISBN numbers into the area above.
2. Select the desired output format (RIS).
3. Click Convert.
4. Download your new RIS file.

Frequently Asked Questions about our bibliographic format converter

How does the Paperpile ISBN to RIS converter work?

The ISBN to RIS online converter uses the same technology that powers the Paperpile reference management app. Your input is parsed, matched against Paperpile's own bibliographic database, and finally converted to your format of choice. All input and output data is deleted 24h after job completion.

What is an ISBN?

ISBN stands for International Standard Book Number and is a 13-digit number that identifies published books. Once an ISBN is assigned to a book, it can never be reused. The International ISBN Agency, based in London, is the registration authority for the Standard on a global basis. ISBNs are calculated using a numerical equation.

What is a RIS file?

RIS is a standardized tag format created to enable citation programs to exchange data. The RIS file format tag consists of two letters, two spaces, and a hyphen, e.g. "AU - Hattie, John" means the author’s name is John Hattie. Other information that a RIS file contains is usually the publication title, year of publication, publisher, issue number, keywords, and start and end page. RIS files are stored as plain text files and can be viewed and edited using text editors.