The EndNote Library Window
with Three Panes
Groups Pane - displays all of the various groupings of references available. There are several types of groups, some permanent, some temporary. and some user created.
Smart Groups are used to store references matching a particular search strategy. When any references are added to the Library that match the criteria of the Smart Group, they are automatically added to the appropriate Smart Group.
References Pane displays all of the references in a highlight group or the references just imported from a search.
Tabs Pane displays 1) A Preview of the highlighted reference in the Reference Pane; 2) Search criteria for searching from within EndNote, or 3) Quick Edit tab where you can quickly change or add information to the highlighted reference.
The groups pane can be displayed in 3 different "search modes".
Integrated Library & Online Search Mode |
Local Library Mode | Online Search Mode |
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