Keep references organized

Keep your references organized within Zotero by adding a collection.

Name the collection according to the subject matter, author, etc. of items within the collection.

You may also add subcollections.

How to add a collection to Zotero

 

Screen capture of Zotero Desktop showing how to add New Collection

Right-click My Library and select New Collection... from the menu that appears. Or, select the New Collection icon displaying a file folder with a small plus sign.

Type a name for the collection

Zotero Desktop New Collection dialog box

Enter a name for your collection and select OK. The collection will appear in the left menu with a folder icon.