Getting bibliographic data

Getting bibliographic data

Connection files allow EndNote to search and import references from databases. Connection files only work with databases that support the z39.50 protocol (typically library catalogs and free databases, like PubMed).  There may be additional restrictions that limit the Libraries' ability to support this type of access. EndNote users can get new and updated filters at the EndNote Technical Support pages.

To download connection files:

1. Quit EndNote before downloading the file.
2. Click on the link for the file.
3. Save the file into your Connections folder in your EndNote directory (found on your C:\ drive or in your C:\Program Files folder).

Export: Download records from a library-supported database directly into your EndNote database.

Import filters are the files used by EndNote to decipher information that has been downloaded from a bibliographic database. You can customize any of these import filters or create your own. EndNote users can get new and updated filters at the EndNote Technical Support pages.

Using EndNote's "Find Full Text" feature

To get better access to articles & PDFs, change the following EndNote preferences in the "Find Full Text" section:

OpenURL Path: http://owens.mit.edu:8888/sfx_local

Authenticate with URL: http://libproxy.mit.edu/login?url=