RefWorks or EndNote: Which one should I use?

The University subscribes to both RefWorks and EndNote, and provides if for free to our staff and students.

RefWorks is recommended for undergraduates and postgraduates taking coursework degrees. It is more straightforward to use than EndNote, particularly for beginners. As it is cloud-based you will not need to download any software to use it, however you may still be required to download and install the plugin for Word. The Library provides classes and support to undergraduate students in using RefWorks.

EndNote is more complex and suitable for Higher Degree Research students and staff, as it has additional features. You will need to download EndNote onto your personal PC, but it also has a cloud-based version which can sync to your desktop. A Word plugin is automatically installed upon download. The Library provides researchers and research students with instruction and support in their use of EndNote.

Please go to the Library's Referencing Tools page for more information on both systems. You can also go to the RefWorks tutorial page (by Proquest), or direct to the Notre Dame EndNote guide to learn how to use the software.