These instructions were created in Windows XP. In other operating systems the windows may have different names and a different look and feel. These instructions assume that you are connected to the Internet, have searched BioMed Central and have a list of results.

Exporting References from BioMed Central

1. From your search results, check the records you want to import.
2. Accept the default setting in the Send selected items drop-down box.
3. Click the down arrow in the Send to drop-down box and select RefWorks + abstracts
4. Click Send.

The RefWorks User Login page will open

NOTE: If you are in an off-campus location, you will be asked for a Group Code. Call the reference desk at 513 745-4808 to obtain this information.

Importing References into RefWorks

The RefWorks Import page will open

1. RefWorks will prompt with Import completed when it is finished.
2. Click View Last Imported Folder to view your references.

1. RefWorks will display references in the Last Imported Folder window.
2. For information about searching and sorting your citations or about creating and organizing folders click the RefWorks HELP link, or for information about downloading citations from different databases, see the RefWorks help links in the library's database lists (see second image below).