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EndNote 20 for Windows

What's new in EndNote 20

  • New intuitive interface design
  • Improved PDF reading
  • New Library menu and revised Tools menu
  • Changes in buttons, icons, and layout
  • Improved and simpler Online Search
  • Quick access to Preferences
  • Multiple Libraries in separate windows
  • Fields like Rating, Read status no longer default but still available
  • Simple Search and Advanced Search
  • Duplicate Search with new fields added
  • Sync Status showing more details

Upgrading from EndNote X9 to EndNote 20

If you’re in the middle of a paper or project, consider waiting to upgrade until you have time to learn the new version.

Before upgrading to EndNote 20, make sure to save a backup copy of your reference library. You can do this by opening EndNote X9, clicking on “File” on the top left menu, and then choosing the option to create a Compressed Library.

It is not required to delete the older version to install EndNote 20. You can have both versions on the same computer. However, once you have decided to use the new version, uninstalling the old one is recommended.

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