Tutorial about Using Zotero on Shared Computers
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The document outlines essential steps for using Zotero on shared computers, including accessing preferences, managing data directories, and syncing libraries. Users are advised to delete their Zotero credentials and data after use to maintain privacy for subsequent users. It emphasizes the importance of syncing library settings and considering attachment syncing for efficiency.
Tutorial about Using Zotero on Shared Computers
- 1. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 1. Click the gear to open “preferences”
- 2. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 2. Select the “Advanced” menu 3.Select the “Files and Folders” Section 4. Select “Show Data Directory”
- 3. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 5. Locate the “zotero.sqlite” files, close Firefox, and delete the files.
- 4. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 7. Restart Firefox and open the Zotero preferences “Sync” menu. 8. Enter your Zotero username and password 10. If you have many attachments in your library, you might choose not to sync attachments, or “Download files as needed” in order to sync more quickly
- 5. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 11. Click on this “Sync” button to download your Zotero library from Zotero’s server
- 6. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 12. When you finish using the computer, be sure to delete your username and password from the Zotero preferences “Sync” menu.
- 7. Important steps when using Zotero on shared computers: 13. As a courtesy to other users, re-open the data directory and delete your data before you leave.