How can I export my library in BibTeX format?

Exporting your library to BibTeX format generates a standardized text file containing bibliographic entries suitable for use with LaTeX documents and compatible reference managers. This is a standard feature in most modern reference management software. The process necessitates using a reference manager that supports BibTeX export and maintaining properly formatted metadata within your entries. Key considerations include ensuring entry types and fields align with BibTeX standards, verifying successful conversion of special characters, and the scope of export (all entries or selected subsets). Before export, review entry completeness; customize mappings if necessary, especially for unique source types not explicitly covered by standard BibTeX. To export, typically navigate to the export function within your software, select BibTeX (.bib) format, choose the desired references, and save the file. This enables seamless integration of citations into LaTeX manuscripts, facilitates sharing bibliographies, or migrating collections between tools. The primary value lies in streamlining academic writing workflows, particularly within STEM disciplines heavily reliant on LaTeX, ensuring citation consistency and reducing manual entry errors.