How to Install the Microsoft Word Zotero Plugin

Installing the Zotero plugin for Microsoft Word is a straightforward process that requires some basic steps. Before we begin, make sure to close both Microsoft Word and Outlook as they need to be closed before installing the plugin.

The Zotero plugin comes pre-installed with Microsoft Word, allowing you to insert citations and bibliographies into your Word document without having to cut and paste or leave Word. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing the Zotero MS Word plugin on Firefox.

To start, ensure that you have closed both Microsoft Word and Outlook. Once you've done this, follow these steps:

1. Manual Installation: The Zotero word plugins will be installed automatically into Word for most users. However, if you previously installed the Firefox versions of the Word processor plugins into Zotero 5.0 or Zotero Standalone 4.0, you should uninstall them from Tools → Add-ons.

2. Copy the Zotero.dotm File: Copy the Zotero.dotm file to your Word Startup folder. You should now have two folders open: the Word startup folder and the “install” folder containing Zotero.dotm.

3. Find Your Word Startup Folder: Follow these instructions to find your Word startup folder. If the folder is empty, the file was somehow deleted - possibly by security software - and you should reinstall Zotero.

4. Where to Find a Copy of the Zotero.dotm File: You can find a copy of the Zotero.dotm file in /Applications/Zotero.app/Contents/Resources/extensions/* Email address removed for privacy */install. In Finder, press Cmd-Shift-G and navigate to this location.

5. Install the Plugin: Once you've copied the Zotero.dotm file to your Word Startup folder, start (or restart) Microsoft Word to begin using the plugin.

If you're still having trouble installing the plugin, you can refer to the 'Manually Installing the Zotero Word Processor Plugin' or 'Word Processor Plugin Troubleshooting' pages for more information. With these steps, you should be able to successfully install the Microsoft Word Zotero plugin and start using it in your daily workflow.

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