There are 2 ways to save and export citations in RefWorks from Google Scholar:
Cite Feature in Google Scholar
- To save a citation in RefWorks, select the Quotation mark/Cite icon beneath the result listing.
- Select the RefWorks option to export the citation to RefWorks automatically.
Using Save To RefWorks Tool - For more information about the Save to RefWorks tool, visit the following page.
- Launch the Save To RefWorks tool while on the Google Scholar search results page. The Save to RefWorks tool will display the 10 search results listed on the page. Select the listings that you would like to export to RefWorks. Click Save to RefWorks to finalize export.
Keep in mind that these options may not create a persistent link back to the full-text article, if available, in the Library. For more information about adding citations to your RefWorks account with persistent links, see the Save to RefWorks guide or Add Full-Text to RefWorks FAQ.
For additional information, see the Google Scholar Quick Tutorial Video and the RefWorks Guide.
*As part of our commitment to providing reliable, accessible, and forward-looking research tools, the NU Library will be transitioning away from RefWorks at the end of this year (12/31/2025). We’re excited to support our community in making the move to Zotero, a powerful, user-friendly citation manager that’s widely used across academic institutions and ensures continued access after graduation: https://resources.nu.edu/zotero We will be offering additional webinars in the coming weeks for those of you who would like to export your files from Refworks to Zotero. If you decide Zotero isn't for you, we'll provide information on other citation management options. We’re here to help you make the most of your research tools—now and in the future!
