Northwell/ZSOM: Zotero: Group Libraries

There are two ways to create Zotero groups. You need to be logged in to your Zotero website account to create a group.

1. You can click on the “New Library…” icon located next to the New Collection icon in the top left corner of the Zotero and choose “New Group…”. 

2. You can also click the “Create a New Group” button on the groups landing page on zotero.org.

Choose a unique name for your group. The group URL, below the input field, is automatically created and will turn red if your proposed name is already taken. 

Next, choose what type of group to create.

Private Groups

• Only group members and users invited to join the group are able to see the group’s page.
• If administrators enable file sharing, group members can access and share files in addition to references.

Public, Closed Membership

• Closed-membership groups are useful for creating a controlled group environment with a public presence. This allows a group to publicly present its work and sources, or develop new membership in a controlled fashion.
• Anyone can view the group page, but the only way to join the group is by invitation or by requesting an invitation.
• If administrators enable file sharing, group members can access and share files in addition to references.

Public, Open Membership

• Open public groups are useful for the broadest discussion and collaboration.
• The group page is public, and anyone who wants to can join instantly.
• Open public groups do not allow file sharing.

Your group libraries should automatically sync to your Zotero account and appear below your personal library in the left pane of Zotero standalone. If you don't see it, try syncing manually by clicking the sync button in the upper right.

After creating your group:

1. Go to http://www.zotero.org/groups/
   • If you are not signed in with your zotero.org account, do so now
2. Click "Manage Members" below the name of your desired group
3. At the bottom of the Members Settings page, click the "Send More Invitations" link
4. Invite members using their email addresses or Zotero usernames. Invitees will receive email notification of their invitation