Reference management is systematically collecting and organising concrete sources and/or the bibliographic data ('references') of sources, usually to (re)use them at a later time.
Reference management tools help you in collecting and organising references.
Good reference management results in a more effective and efficient workflow.
Tip 1. Always check if your references are imported correctly and completely in your reference tool. The sooner the better!
Incomplete references, or references in which the data are in the wrong place, result in inconsistencies or downright errors in your bibliography.
Tip 2. Remove duplicates before you start writing and citing
Use of duplicates lead to double entries in the bibliography.
Check how to deduplicate under the tabs for each system.
If you have questions regarding reference management, please contact the University Library.