Abbreviating Journal Names in Endnote References
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Inserting Journal Names in Abbreviated Form in Endnote References
- Checking the Selected Output Style for General Abbreviations
- Fixing the Problem of the Term List
- Importing and Updating the Journal List
- Updating the General Names Manually
- Finalizing the Changes in the Endnote Library
- Updating Citations and Bibliography in Word Document
- Conclusion
- Resources
Inserting Journal Names in Abbreviated Form in Endnote References
In this tutorial, we will discuss how to insert journal names in abbreviated form in endnote references. By default, endnote software uses the full journal name in references. However, you may prefer to use abbreviated forms for certain journal names. We will guide you through the process of changing general names into aggregated forms using endnote.
Checking the Selected Output Style for General Abbreviations
Before making any changes, it is important to ensure that you have selected the appropriate output style that supports general abbreviations. In the endnote software, navigate to the "Edit" tab, then select "Output Style" and choose the desired style. Verify that the style supports general abbreviations.
Fixing the Problem of the Term List
To fix the problem of the term list, go to the "Tools" menu and select "Open Term List." In the Term List window, navigate to the "Lists" tab and select "Journal List." Delete the existing list and create a new one by clicking on "New List." Name the new list as "Journal List" and click "OK."
Importing and Updating the Journal List
In the same "Tools" menu, select "Import List" and choose the appropriate list based on your subject area. This list will contain the abbreviations for journal names. Once the import is complete, close the dialog box. Next, go to the "Edit" tab, click on "Preferences," and ensure that the option to update lists when importing or pasting references is unchecked.
Updating the General Names Manually
If there are general names that are not automatically abbreviated, you can manually update them. Go to the Endnote library and select the specific general name that you want to abbreviate. Copy the name and go back to the "Tools" menu, then choose "Open Term List" and select "Journal List" from the Term tab.
In the Journal List, select "New Term" and paste the journal name that needs abbreviation. Enter the desired abbreviation for the journal and click "OK." The updated abbreviation will be included in the term list.
Finalizing the Changes in the Endnote Library
Once you have updated the general names and their abbreviations, close the Endnote library and return to your Word document. Click on "Update Citation and Bibliography" to ensure the abbreviations are applied correctly. Make sure to close any open dialog boxes before updating.
Updating Citations and Bibliography in Word Document
To finalize the changes in your Word document, click on "Update Citation and Bibliography." This will update all the citations and the bibliography according to the modified general names and abbreviations. Ensure that all the references now contain the desired abbreviated journal names.
Conclusion
In conclusion, by following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can successfully insert journal names in abbreviated form in endnote references. This allows for a more concise and standardized format in your academic work. Remember to select the appropriate output style, update the term list, and manually update any names that require abbreviation. By updating the citations and bibliography, you can ensure that all references follow the desired format.
Resources
FAQ:
Q: Can I use different abbreviations for different journal names?
A: Yes, you can manually update the abbreviations for each journal name in the term list.
Q: Will the changes in the endnote library affect all my references?
A: Yes, the changes made in the endnote library will be applied to all references in your Word document.
Q: How can I revert back to using full journal names instead of abbreviations?
A: To revert back, you can select the appropriate output style that uses full journal names instead of abbreviations in the endnote software.
