Unit 2: Adding References

From EBSCOHost Databases

Use the following guidance when importing references from EBSCOHost databases.

You can copy this URL to share a direct link to this referencing template:

Once you identify the item you wish to add,

  • Click on the title of the item you want to export.
  • Select 'Export' from the right hand side of the screen.
Locate the export option in ebscohost
  • In the resulting screen, choose 'Direct Export to RefWorks'.
  • Hit 'Save'.
Select Direct Export to RefWorks

Once you complete these steps, you will be directed to the RefWorks Import Screen

You can copy this URL to share a direct link to this referencing template:

You can select several items from your results list, by clicking the blue folders next to the records, turning them yellow. To export your selection:

  • Click 'Folder View' at the right hand side of the results list.
Select results
  • Select the 'Export' button at the right hand side of the screen.
Locate the Export option for a selection of items

You can copy this URL to share a direct link to this referencing template:

You can also export a whole search if you wish, up to 25,000 results. If your search exceeds this number, it will include the first 25,000 results only.

To do this:

  • Click 'Share' at the top of your results list.
  • In the submenu, click 'E-mail a link to download exported results'.
Prepare search for export
  • Select 'RIS Format' as the file format. Enter your email address in the E-mail to: box and click 'Send'. This will send an email with a link to download an RIS file to your chosen email address. Look out for an email sent from: support@ebsco.com.
Setup RIS export from Ebsco

Unlike the options above, this is not a direct export. Please consult our guidance on importing RIS files into RefWorks to proceed with adding your references.