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How to insert multiple citations in EndNote and automatically sort them?

October 30, 2025
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EndNote facilitates batch citation insertion with automatic bibliography numbering through its citation insertion function. This can be efficiently executed during the writing process within Microsoft Word. To insert multiple citations simultaneously, first select the desired references in the EndNote library (hold Ctrl or Shift for multiple selections). Then, within the Word document, navigate to EndNote's tab in the ribbon and click "Insert Citation" or use the "Insert Selected Citation(s)" button from the EndNote toolbar. The software will place placeholders for all selected citations at the cursor position. Crucially, automatic numbering according to the chosen output style (e.g., APA, IEEE, Vancouver) occurs dynamically during insertion and upon subsequent bibliography generation using the "Update Citations and Bibliography" function. Styles configured for numbered citations inherently support this sequential ordering. This capability streamlines manuscript drafting. When adding a group of references relevant to a specific point, insert them together; EndNote automatically incorporates them into the existing citation sequence based on the output style rules. Common academic styles utilizing numbered citations, like AMA or Nature, benefit significantly. Always use "Update Citations and Bibliography" after such insertions to ensure correct sequential order and formatting throughout the document.
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