On the picture below you can see an example of a very simple reference library in Overleaf. Notice that each reference has a "code word", a unique key word for each of them, A-1 for the article and B-1 for the book.

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You have several options when adding references to your library which will be described here.

However, if you already have linked your Overleaf account to Zotero, you do not need to do the following.

You can write directly into your .bib file - click here for an example

Export from EndNote/Zotero and upload in Overleaf

Export your library:

Upload the file in Overleaf:

Export the reference from a database, e.g. Oria or Scopus - click here for an example

Remember to always check if the information you export is correct, and change it if not.

Task

Add one or two references to your library (try to find other references than the ones in the picture above).