Cornell-Specific RefWorks FAQ
See also
RefWorks Frequently
Asked Questions
What happens to my RefWorks account when I leave Cornell?
How do I connect to RefWorks and Write-n-Cite from off-campus?
What is the proxy server address I should use when configuring Write-n-Cite?
Is it easy to get records from the Cornell Library Catalog Work into RefWorks?
Can I use RefWorks to create a course reading list?
How can I use RefWorks as a tool in Blackboard?
Can I attach files to my RefWorks
database?
What is RefShare and does Cornell have it?
How does RefGrab-It work and why can't I see this
button on Library and Computer Lab computers?
How can I get more help using RefWorks?
What is Cornell's Group Code?
Cornell’s Group Code is RWCorIndLabRS.
You may need to login using this group code from certain off-campus computers
or when connecting to Write-n-Cite off-campus, using the MS Word tool.
What happens to my RefWorks account when I leave Cornell?
Bear
in mind, much of the power of RefWorks is its connectivity to restricted databases.
When you leave Cornell your access to restricted databases ends almost immediately.
When you leave, you may purchase an individual subscription to RefWorks, but
many universities around the world subscribe to RefWorks.
Cornell will send a notification email to you before we end your access to
RefWorks. In the email we will explain your options at length and provide
detailed instructions about how to transfer your RefWorks citations to other
programs. The export feature allows you to transfer RefWorks citations to
many compatible programs: Excel, a simple text file, a new RefWorks account,
or to EndNote or other citation manager that you purchase. We can discuss
your particular needs and situation and make customized recommendations at
our RefWorks Walk-in
or over email citemanage-l@cornell.edu
How
do I connect to RefWorks and Write-n-Cite from off-campus?
RefWorks. Off campus users will normally be prompted
for their NetID and Password before they can log in to RefWorks. In some situations, you may need to login
using Cornell's Group Code, RWCorIndLabRS.
Write-n-Cite.
If you have not configured Write-n-Cite to use the proxy server, you
can log into Write-n-Cite using the Group Code, RWCorIndLabRS.
What
is the proxy server address I should use when configuing
Write-n-Cite?
You can configure Write-n-Cite to connect via a proxy server (instead of using
the Group Code). The address is: http://encompass.library.cornell.edu/cgi-bin/checkIP.cgi?access=gateway_standard%26url=https://www.refworks.com/Refworks/?WNC=true
Is it easy to get
records from the Cornell Library Catalog Work into RefWorks?
Yes. You can now export CU
Catalog records directly to your RefWorks account.
Scroll down to the Record Options area from search results or
from individual catalog records. Click on the Export to RefWorks
button.
Another way to get CU Catalog records into RefWorks
is to choose Search, Online Catalog or Database from within RefWorks. This is a quick option for importing catalog
records. The disadvantage is that you cannot take advantage of the Catalog's
targeted search options and call numbers that are imported may not be the
correct Cornell call numbers.
Can
I use RefWorks to create a course reading list?
RefWorks is an excellent tool for this. You
can create a stand-alone bibliography from a RefWorks
database. Then, copy and paste the bibliography into a word document
and rearrange the order of readings to suit the class schedule. You
can also customize your Reference List Options (Tools, Customize) so
that your references display in the desired Output Style (MLA, APA, etc.).
Then copy and paste each desired reference into your reading list.
You might also want to create a class RefWorks
database that is accessible to your students through Blackboard.
How
can I use RefWorks as a tool in Blackboard?
You can get immediate access, without typing your username and password,
to your personal RefWorks database from within Blackboard.
Instructors may also set up course RefWorks
accounts for easy access and citation of course readings or to foster group
collaboration. In many cases, users can click on the
"Get It Cornell" button and connect to journal articles and
other electronic content listed in the Course RefWorks
database. For more information on Blackboard and RefWorks,
please see http://www.cit.cornell.edu/atc/cst/bb-refworks.shtml
and http://www.library.cornell.edu/t/help/res_services/blackboard.html.
Can I attach files to my RefWorks
database?
RefWorks has a new feature that allows users to
attach files to their RefWorks citations.
This makes the attached files accessible anywhere that has Internet access.
Use this feature to attach graphics, full text articles, sounds, etc.—anything
on your local computer that you want to access remotely. There is a
limit, though, of 25MB per subscriber. Remember, you can store up to
1GB of text in the Notes, Abstracts, or User fields in
your database. Both attaching files and filling the container fields
could negatively affect the performance of your database.
What is RefShare and does
Cornell have it?
RefShare is a social networking tool. It provides an easy way to share
your RefWorks database or folders from it. If you elect to share your references,
a URL is created that you can email to colleagues or link to from documents
and web pages. Your database or folders are then available (read-only) to
people who are not RefWorks subscribers. Examples of RefShare databases can
be found at http://www.refworks.com/refshare/?site=010271135929600000
.
Cornell currently
does not subscribe to RefShare. We will notify all Cornell
RefWorks users if/when RefShare becomes available.
How does RefGrab-It work and
why can't I see this button on Library and Computer Lab computers?
RefGrab-It is a bookmarklet
that you can install on your browser. Use RefGrab-It
to capture bibliographic information from a web page you are viewing and to
import this information into your RefWorks database.
Several users have reported problems installing and using RefGrab-It. Therefore, it is not currently part of the
image of many shared computers on campus. For more information, see
http://www.refworks.com/Refworks/BookMarklet.asp
.
How can I get more help using RefWorks?
RefWorks has the answers to many more Frequently
Asked Questions . It also provides a clearly written Help, a Quick Start
Guide, and tutorial.
Cornell Library staff members provide training for RefWorks.
Introductory and advanced sessions are available throughout the year.
To find a class, search the Library Events Calendar. RefWorks
trainers are also available to offer group sessions at your campus department.
Please contact citemanage-l@cornell.edu
to arrange a session. A team of dedicated librarians from across campus
is available to answer your questions about RefWorks
and other citation managers. Contact citemanage-l@cornell.edu.
Drop into the new RefWorks
Walk-in Fridays 2-4pm, Olin Library Electronic Text Center.
Got comments or more questions? Email citemanage-l@cornell.edu
Updated August 16, 2007 (VC)