Easy Citations (Part 1): Downloading and Using Mendeley

This video tutorial introduces Mendeley, a citation manager, and demonstrates its basic functions. It covers downloading the software, exploring its interface, creating citations in different styles, using the literature search feature, and organizing papers into folders. The tutorial emphasizes the ease of creating citations and organizing research materials using Mendeley, highlighting its advantages over other citation tools.

What is the primary function of Mendeley as mentioned in the video?

• To edit videos

• To manage citations

• To create presentations

• To design graphics

Which operating systems are compatible with Mendeley Desktop?

• Linux and iOS

• Windows and Android

• Windows, Linux, and Mac

• Mac and Android

What feature does Mendeley offer for organizing papers?

• Designing cover pages

• Generating graphs

• Editing PDF files

• Creating folders for specific papers

Which citation style is commonly used for scientific papers?

• Harvard

• MLA

• APA

• Chicago

How can you find a paper to cite using Mendeley?

• By uploading a PDF

• By scanning a barcode

• By using the literature search feature

• By browsing social media

What is a benefit of using Mendeley over citation websites?

• It has a built-in PDF editor

• It provides video tutorials

• It offers more citation styles

• It is faster and free

What can you do with folders in Mendeley?

• Store and organize related papers

• Edit audio files

• Design web pages

• Create animations