Short Cuts
Warning
Bad Information In = Incorrect Reference Out
Tip: Identify your source type first, and know how to skim for elements such as author, title, doi, volume, and issue. Make sure you select the right edition: 7
- Most journal websites have suggested references. Use these to to copy/paste the information into the right spot.
- Zbib.org will produce a decent draft if you have an ISBN or DOI. It can fail horribly with a website address (URL)
- Most GALILEO databases have built-in citation generators. They are usually near email, print, and share buttons.