How can I import/export or link a term list?

To import or export a term list:

  1. In EndNote, go to 'Tools'
  2. Click on 'Define Term Lists'
  3. Select the library and list you wish to import to or export from, e.g., Authors, Journals, Keywords or a custom list
  4. To import: click on 'Import List' and select the file you wish to import
  5. To export: click on 'Export List' and select the file you wish to export
  6. Click on 'Close'

 

The advantage of linking a term list to a certain field in a reference (type): While entering new data, the existing terms will appear while you type, allowing you to select a term, resulting in faster and error free input.
To link fields with term lists:

  1. In EndNote, go to 'Tools'
  2. Click on 'Link Term Lists'
  3. Select the library you wish to edit
  4. You can now select/link your term lists with the fields
  5. Click on 'OK' after you finished linking
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