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Plugins that summarise, outline or explain papers using a language model. 393 plugins.

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Translate for Zoterowindingwind/zotero-pdf-translate

Translates text as you select it in the PDF, EPUB or web reader, plus titles, abstracts, annotations and notes, using 20+ services (Google, DeepL, LLMs and more) and a dictionary for single words.

API key optionalWorks without one: Google Translate (the default) and other free services such as CNKI, Bing, Youdao. Needs a key (DeepL, Microsoft Translator, OpenAI, Google Gemini, Baidu, Tencent and Aliyun): Microsoft, DeepL, Baidu, Aliyun, Tencent, Xftrans, GPT, Gemini, Qwen-MT and similar services need a key or secret.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.10.9M downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.4.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDF FigureMuiseDestiny/zotero-figure

Detects and extracts figures, tables and equations with their captions, using a model that runs locally inside the plugin.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local figure, table and formula detection with the bundled model. Needs a key (SiliconFlow): Formula LaTeX recognition (SiliconFlow API key).
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.1.09M downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
llm-for-zoteroyilewang/llm-for-zotero

An AI assistant in the reader: chat with a PDF, selection, figures or several papers, with citations that jump to the source passage.

API key optionalWorks without one: local OpenAI-compatible models, WebChat (ChatGPT web sync) and Codex App Server, which use no provider API key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic and DeepSeek): standard API providers need your own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.644,828 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it runs commands its AI assistant writes, with full access to your computerv3.9.9 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero PDF2zhguaguastandup/zotero-pdf2zh

Translates entire PDFs with PDFMathTranslate, keeping equations and layout intact, and attaches bilingual side-by-side or translated-only copies to the item.

API key optionalWorks without one: siliconflowfree (the default for pdf2zh_next), plus Bing and Google machine translation. Needs a key (OpenAI, DeepSeek, SiliconFlow and Zhipu): Paid or other LLM translation services (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Zhipu, SiliconFlow paid models and similar) need your own API key and URL.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.605,775 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv4.1.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Awesome GPTMuiseDestiny/zotero-gpt

A floating GPT chat window: ask about the open PDF or selected text, summarize papers and search your library, with shareable command tags that save prompts as one-click buttons.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: the GPT chat (OpenAI-style secret key, blank by default).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.602,741 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 May 2026Last commit or release on 1 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it runs encrypted code we can't read, and 3 more findingsv3.1.142 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Paper Chatsyt2/paper-chat-for-zotero

AI 论文助手：论文问答、划词翻译、文献检索、笔记与 PPT 生成 ｜ AI research assistant: chat with papers, translate selections, find literature, and generate notes and slides

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (PaperChat, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini and DeepSeek). What needs it: a PaperChat account sign-in, or your own provider's API key (OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek or custom).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.244,441 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because updates itself outside Zotero's updaterv3.7.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
papersgptpapersgpt/papersgpt-for-zotero

A powerful Zotero AI and MCP plugin with ChatGPT, Gemini 3.7, Claude Fable 5, Claude Opus 5, DeepSeek V4, Grok, OpenRouter, Kimi k3, GLM 5.3, SiliconFlow, GPT-oss, Gemma 4, Qwen 3.8

API key optionalWorks without one: integrated local LLMs (one-click download), Ollama or a local OpenAI-compatible endpoint. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and OpenRouter): cloud models (OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek etc.).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.189,872 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
–Not graded yetAtlas grade –: We couldn't check it yet.because papersgpt-v1.6.0.xpi is 189 MB, over our 60 MB analysis limitv1.6.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
zotero-ai-butlersteven-jianhao-li/zotero-AI-Butler

【Zotero AI 管家】调用大模型，自动精读论文库里的论文，总结为Zotero笔记。支持主流大模型平台！您只需像往常一样把文献丢进 Zotero， 管家会自动帮您精读论文，将文章揉碎了总结为笔记，让您“十分钟完全了解”这篇论文！

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic and OpenRouter). What needs it: an LLM provider API key (default provider is OpenAI-compatible).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.166,297 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 25 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv3.8.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Beaverjlegewie/beaver-zotero

AI research assistant that lives in Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Beaver, Anthropic, OpenAI, Google AI Studio and OpenRouter). What needs it: Either your own API key (Google, OpenAI, Anthropic) or a paid Beaver account sign-in; the AI agent cannot be used without one of these.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.142,907 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because its code names developers' servers: api.beaverapp.ai, beaverapp.ai and www.beaverapp.ai, and 3 more findingsv0.25.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Gardenl0o0/Garden-for-Zotero

免费GPT流量，模型市场，插件广场。专为中国宝宝研制的Zotero插件。A pluign for Zotero Chinese users.

API key optionalWorks without one: the built-in free model quota and CSL style downloads. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google AI Studio, SiliconFlow and other LLM providers): your own keys are needed only for the third-party model providers it configures.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.126,884 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts developers' servers: gpt.magiczotero.top and soil.magiczotero.top, and 4 more findingsv0.2.10 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Ze Notesfrianasoa/Ze-Notes

Zotero plugin for note management. Helping you visualize your notes and annotations efficiently.

API key optionalWorks without one: Notes and annotations tables, editing, export, Tesseract OCR, Google translation. Needs a key (DeepL, OpenAI, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and Anthropic): Translation (DeepL) and generative AI services (OpenAI, Gemini, DeepSeek, Claude, custom provider).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).113,899 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 14 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero MCP Plugincookjohn/zotero-mcp

It's a plugin extension in Zotero. Zotero MCP Plugin enables integration between AI assistants and Zotero through MCP. Zotero MCP Plugin 是一个 Zotero 插件，通过 MCP协议实现 AI 助手与 Zotero深度集成。插件支持文献检索、元 数据管理、全文分析和智能问答等功能，让 Claude、ChatGPT 等 AI 工具能够直接访问和操作您的文献库。

API key optionalWorks without one: The MCP server for AI clients (search, read, write) runs locally with no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, SiliconFlow, Voyage AI and Google Gemini): Semantic search embeddings via a hosted provider such as OpenAI.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.89,446 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 9 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv1.6.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Arialifan0127/ai-research-assistant

Aria is Your AI Research Assistant Powered by GPT Large Language Models

Slowing downNo commit or release since 1 Apr 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI API key for all chat features.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).86,154 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because its code names a server on a hosting platform: zhy554vpjozvn75xcu7pz6fx2a0eeopz.lambda-url.us-east-1.on.aws, and 2 more findingsv0.7.5 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
AskYourPDFAskYourPdf/zotero_plugin

AskYourPDF Zotero plugin

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (AskYourPDF). What needs it: AskYourPDF account sign-in needed to use the chat.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.50,871 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 May 2026Last commit or release on 6 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it run code without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit)v1.0.35 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Magic for Zoterol0o0/MagicZotero

全文翻译（支持MinerU，pdf2zh，dox2x）。AI智能文献总结，AI列文献矩阵。7天免费试用。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.49,476 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 14 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because its code is obfuscated: deliberately scrambled, so we couldn't check all of itv2.8.11 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotSeek | AI-Powered Semantic Search & MCP Serverintrofini/ZotSeek

AI semantic search for Zotero, with a built-in MCP server for AI agents (Claude Code, Codex). Find papers by meaning. 100% local and private.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.42,466 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
–Not graded yetAtlas grade –: We couldn't check it yet.because zotseek-1.22.4.xpi is 99 MB, over our 60 MB analysis limitv1.22.4 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero ChatGPTkazgu/zotero-chatgpt

ChatGPT plugin for Zotero

Slowing downNo commit or release since 20 Nov 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI API key (default base is api.openai.com).
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).41,383 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.5 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Paper Agentwindfollowingheart/zotero-paper-agent

Zotero Paper Agent

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Kimi). What needs it: An API key obtained by logging in on the author's web page (Kimi-based default chat); other models need their own keys.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).35,793 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 5 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv3.1.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
AI4Paperwdcpclover/ai4paper

PDF 全文翻译，保留排版双语对照 · 2.4 亿文献检索一键入库 · 文库知识库问答 · AI 精读论文、综述与思维导图 · 列表直显期刊分区 / 中科院 / JCR / 影响因子 · 免插件网页版 app.ai4paper.pro · 适配 Zotero 7–10

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.19,888 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because its code is obfuscated: deliberately scrambled, so we couldn't check all of itv8.2.229 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AIdeaVisterainer/aidea-zotero

AIdea — AI assistant for Zotero: chat with papers, translate selections, translate full PDFs. Use your existing ChatGPT/Gemini/Copilot subscription (OAuth, no API key), any OpenAI-compatible API, or local models (Ollama, LM Studio). | Zotero AI 助手：论文对话、划词翻译、全文翻译。支持订阅账号登录（无需 API Key）、OpenAI 兼容 API 接入、本地模型（Ollama、LM Studio）

API key optionalWorks without one: local models such as Ollama or LM Studio, which need no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, GitHub Copilot, OpenRouter, DeepSeek and Groq): cloud providers: ChatGPT/Gemini/Copilot sign-in (OAuth) or an API key for hosted OpenAI-compatible services.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.19,633 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv3.6.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero TLDRsyt2/Zotero-TLDR

Zotero addon to automatically fetch TL;DR from Sematic scholar for items.

ArchivedThe developer has archived the repository: it won't get updates or fixes.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).17,966 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.7 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Review Assistantalima-webdev/zotero-review-assistant

Zotero Review Assistant is a Zotero plugin that aims to streamline the process of organizing articles for review research.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 14 Nov 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).17,839 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.0.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
BibGenieBaiRuic/BibGenie

BibGenie || AI Research Agent for Zotero

API key optionalWorks without one: BibGenie's official model options, usable for the first question with no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, OpenRouter and Groq): Connecting your own provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepSeek, Gemini, OpenRouter, Groq, OpenAI-compatible endpoints) needs your own key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.16,939 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because its code names developers' servers: bibgenie.com, llm.bibgenie.com and www.bibgenie.com, and 2 more findingsv0.9.0 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Annotation SummaryOneOneLiu/zotero-annotation-summary

A plugin for summarizing and indexing annotations in Zotero

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.10,188 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 May 2026Last commit or release on 1 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.4.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Barswcxito/zotero-ai-bar

好看又好用的AI工具栏！A beautiful and handy AI toolbar plugin for Zotero.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini and OpenRouter). What needs it: an API key for an AI provider (default OpenAI).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.9,010 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.5.11 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Weaveromjthoraval/Weavero

A Zotero plugin with filters, clickable links, bookmarks, tabs management and other improvements. AI-assisted development process published in .claude/

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.8,569 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it loads native codev0.20.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ainoteBlueBlueKitty/zotero-ainote

Zotero插件-AiNote

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.8,253 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 3 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.3.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDF AI Bookmarksedwintuan/pdf-ai-bookmarks

A Zotero 8 plugin that automatically generates hierarchical PDF bookmarks (outlines/table of contents) using Google's Gemini AI.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Google Gemini API key, needed to generate bookmarks.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7,722 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 17 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Gemini Zoteroreplynow20/gemini-zotero

Gemini Zotero 将 Gemini-3（尤其强大的视觉理解与生成能力）深度集成到 Zotero 中，为你的科研阅读与管理全面提速。它不仅能快速解析 PDF、与论文内容对话并提炼关键信息，还能把文本与图表信息转化为直观的“视觉洞察”——自动生成流程图、结构图与各类示意图。配合可自定义的模板与自动化笔记记录机制，让学术阅读从静态浏览升级为更动态、更高效的研究工作流。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini API)). What needs it: Gemini analysis and chat need a Google Gemini API key (or a proxy key); the key setting ships empty and the only default service is Google Gemini.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7,710 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 13 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv0.4.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
NZBridgeRafael-Silva-Oliveira/NZBridge

Bidirectional sync between Zotero and Google NotebookLM — push PDFs & URLs as sources, pull AI-generated notes back into Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google NotebookLM). What needs it: A Google account with NotebookLM access (sign-in to Google's service).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.6,489 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 4 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.5.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper OutlineDrinkTea905/zotero-paper-outline

让 Zotero 自动读论文：生成整篇总结与可跳转层级目录，支持自动入库处理、AI 连接测试、模型自动适配、多篇 PDF 复制和中文空格清理。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: local Ollama (no key needed). Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Moonshot (Kimi), Zhipu, Alibaba Qwen, SiliconFlow, Xiaomi MiMo and MinerU): cloud AI providers (DeepSeek default, OpenAI, Kimi, etc.) and MinerU for scanned PDFs.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.5,850 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 4 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it loads native codev1.7.10 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Sidebarxuhan-rgb/zotero-ai-sidebar

AI research sidebar for Zotero 7–10 with API and local browser-backed web chat modes.

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.5,545 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it downloads a program checked against a fixed fingerprint, and runs it, and 4 more findingsv0.8.13 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Deepseek Copliotastro-koko/deepseek-copilot-for-zotero

Reading copilot for Zotero powered by the DeepSeek API and scoped to your local papers, PDFs, and collections.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API key needed for the assistant.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.4,668 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 8 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it keeps its own tables in Zotero's database, and 2 more findingsv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-SKRWilliamsLiang/zotero-skr

This is a tool used to generate a review based on the relevant literature provided by users.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).4,141 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 9 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.2.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Assistantjetxa/zotero-ai-assistant

Zotero AI Assistant

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, DeepSeek and Grok). What needs it: an API key from an LLM provider.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3,875 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 May 2026Last commit or release on 24 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Jadense in Zoterojadense-ai/jadense-in-zotero

Jadense in Zotero — AI research assistant for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (your own model provider (OpenAI, Anthropic etc.) and Jadense account). What needs it: the AI features: either your own provider API key (BYOK) or a Jadense account and plugin token.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.3,869 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: api.typesafe.ai, and 2 more findingsv0.6.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Sci-Downloadchen7447/sci-download-for-zotero

Sci-Download：Zotero 7+ 插件，通过 Sci-Hub 镜像站下载论文 PDF —— 支持 DOI / PMID / 标题智能提取、条目右键批量下载、多镜像并发竞速、按 DOI 自动查重归档

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3,541 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 7 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.4.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
MCP Bridge for Zoterointrofini/mcp-server-zotero-dev

Give your AI assistant superpowers for Zotero plugin development. 28 tools for screenshots, DOM inspection, JavaScript execution, build integration, and debugging via Model Context Protocol.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3,389 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it turns off a Zotero security settingv1.0.6 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoteroTranslatorNextECHOUniverse/zotero-translator-next

Zotero 文献翻译插件：格式优化 + 多渠道翻译 + 翻译历史 + AI 总结

API key optionalWorks without one: MyMemory, Youdao, Transmart, Volcengine, Bing (Edge mode), Google channels need no configuration. Needs a key (DeepSeek, Tencent Cloud, Baidu Translate, Alibaba Cloud and DashScope): DeepSeek, Tencent TMT, Baidu, Alibaba MT, Qwen-MT, Azure Bing official mode, custom OpenAI-compatible services.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3,046 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it keeps its own tables in Zotero's database, and 2 more findingsv0.12.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Add Items from Textjmiba/Zotero-add-items-from-text

Extract and import literature references from unstructured text using a configurable AI provider

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama on the local computer needs no key. Needs a key (Google AI Studio (Gemini) and OpenAI): Gemini (the default provider) and OpenAI-compatible cloud providers need the user's own key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2,638 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 9 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.16 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-TTSxujialiu/Zotero-TTS

Text-to-speech for Zotero 10: more voices, word and sentence highlighting at once in your own colors, speed and navigation shortcuts, one voice across documents, settings backup and reading-position sync through WebDAV.

API key optionalWorks without one: System voices (Windows/macOS), a local Kokoro-FastAPI server, or Zotero's own voices. Needs a key (Fish Audio, Azure Speech, Cloudflare, Speechify, OpenAI and Xiaomi MiMo): Fish Audio, Azure Speech, Cloudflare Workers AI, Speechify, OpenAI, Xiaomi MiMo voices.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.2,580 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.14.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Mkterotenglvjun/mktero

Turn Zotero PDFs into structured, source-linked Markdown with MinerU.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU (mineru.net) and Mistral). What needs it: MinerU API token or Mistral API key for PDF conversion (a self-hosted MinerU service is an alternative).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2,522 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.4.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
单词翻译chen7447/word-translator-zotero

Zotero 插件：在 PDF 阅读器中划词翻译单词和短语，管理个人单词本，支持可配置的 AI 翻译 API。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: the default 'free direct, smart switching' channel (Bing, Tencent, Youdao, Google, MyMemory), with no sign-up. Needs a key (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, Anthropic, DeepL, Baidu Translate, Tencent Cloud and Alibaba Cloud): LLM providers (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Gemini, Claude, Qwen-MT) and official machine-translation APIs (Baidu, Tencent, Aliyun, DeepL, Microsoft, etc.).
Zotero 8–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 8–10, 11 beta.2,485 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computer, and 1 more findingv6.17.0 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
MarginMindvastronghq/MarginMind

Zotero plugin for discussing papers with AI in the sidebar. Select text to invoke explanation, critique, translation, and more. Zotero 侧边栏 AI 助手，基于文献上下文进行对话，支持划词快捷操作（解释/批判/翻译/要点归纳）、PDF 转 Markdown 解析、以及将 AI 回复保存为 PDF 注释

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenRouter, any OpenAI-compatible provider and MinerU). What needs it: The AI chat; default provider is OpenRouter and the key is empty by default (MinerU PDF parsing needs a separate token).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.2,036 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 24 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.3.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Gemini Notebookpeterdresslar/zotero-gemini-notebook

Zotero plugin + Chrome extension to import Zotero sources into Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2,006 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 10 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 3 more findingsv0.5.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Collection for Zoterojustinfjx/zotero-ai-collection

Collection for Zotero：用 LLM根据「标题 + 摘要」为条目智能推荐 Zotero 分类，并提供可审核的确认对话框。

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: The OpenAI-compatible LLM endpoint (default OpenAI) needs the user's own API key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1,903 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 25 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero MCP for Claude Codelricher7329/zotero-mcp-claude-code

Zotero MCP plugin with Claude Code compatibility - fork by lricher7329

API key optionalWorks without one: The MCP server for AI clients runs locally with no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, SiliconFlow, Voyage AI and Google Gemini): Semantic search embeddings via a hosted provider such as OpenAI.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,806 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 7 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv1.8.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Marginalia AI Chatsheny-bio/marginalia

Marginalia 是一个为 Zotero 设计的 AI 聊天插件，让你能够与论文进行智能对话，快速理解和分析学术文献。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and any OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: The AI chat and translation; default service is OpenAI and the key is empty by default.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,580 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 May 2026Last commit or release on 16 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv3.3.4 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Copilotlisontowind/zotero-copilot

Zotero Copilot sidebar plugin for chatting with Zotero items and PDF contexts.

Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,478 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 12 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.3.30 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
FT AI版全文对照翻译garlicwu/filetrans_ai

在 Zotero 中一键发起 FT AI 版全文对照翻译，并将所选结果导入原条目。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (FT AI translation service (activation code)). What needs it: the translation service needs an activation code entered in settings.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1,452 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because its code is obfuscated: deliberately scrambled, so we couldn't check all of itv2.0.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Agentsleike0813/zotero-agents

An all-in-one agentic workbench for your Zotero library

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.1,380 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv0.8.4 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Literature Review with LLMKaguraTart/literature-review-with-LLM

Zotero literature review and Markdown summary plugin

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,322 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.146 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Paper PartnerQinSihan/zotero-paper-partner

An attention-friendly Zotero plugin that answers Q: questions inside native notes.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: answering Q: questions (key for an OpenAI-compatible service, DeepSeek by default).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,301 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 May 2026Last commit or release on 27 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero FileLink BridgeImagonTuTu/zotero-filelink-bridge

A Zotero add-on that allows an AI agent to link files to items.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,274 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 May 2026Last commit or release on 18 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come fromv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
pdf2zh-desktop ConnectorAaronGIG/pdf2zh-desktop

📖 开箱即用的 PDF 学术翻译神器 | Win + Mac 双平台 | 公式排版完美保留 · Zotero 深度联动 · 35 种语言 · 20+ AI 翻译引擎 · 表格/OCR/术语库 · 批量翻译 | 基于 PDFMathTranslate (EMNLP 2025)

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Google and Bing translation (free). Needs a key (OpenAI, DeepL, DeepSeek, Google Gemini and Azure): Paid or key-based translation services such as OpenAI, DeepL, DeepSeek, Gemini, Azure.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1,226 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.0.21 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Reading HeatmapXiaoDuComrade/zotero-reading-heatmap

Track Zotero active-window time and visualize it as a GitHub-style heatmap. Week/month view toggle, summary toggle, group sync with responsive legend, and Zotero Style data import.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,185 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 May 2026Last commit or release on 12 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.7.7 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero 阅读模式沉浸式双语tianlrz/zotero-reading-bilingual

专为 Zotero 阅读模式打造的中英双语对照翻译插件：段落级对照、目录与表格整体翻译、参考文献跳过、本地缓存、多服务商支持

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google Gemini (AI Studio), DeepSeek, OpenAI, SiliconFlow, OpenRouter, Moonshot and Alibaba DashScope). What needs it: the translation service (Gemini by default, free key from Google AI Studio); translation cannot run without the user's key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1,121 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 9 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.6.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDF to MarkdownLuckYang1/PDF-to-md

把zotero中的PDF附件转换为md附件，方便外部agent工具使用，使用MinerU构建，支持本地部署的MinerU

API key optionalWorks without one: MinerU lightweight mode (no token) or a local MinerU API. Needs a key (MinerU (mineru.net)): MinerU API token for the mineru.net Token API mode; a local MinerU server may need a key only if its auth is on.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1,120 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 24 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LitMTransSRT117/LitMTrans-Zotero

Zotero中的科研PDF解析、排版翻译、思维导图与全文AI阅读插件

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU, DeepSeek, SiliconFlow, OpenRouter and Google AI Studio). What needs it: MinerU token (free) is needed to parse PDFs, which all layout translation and AI reading depend on; a model API key is also needed for AI translation and chat.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.1,027 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv2.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
BabelDOC Side-by-SideBabylonehy/zetero-BabelDoc

Zotero plugin for translating PDFs into bilingual side-by-side documents using BabelDOC CLI

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1,001 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 May 2026Last commit or release on 27 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv0.1.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero 标题翻译zhouyi654/zotero-title-translator

Translate academic titles and abstracts directly in Zotero 9 with multiple providers, terminology rules, automatic translation, and PDF2zh terminology bridge.

API key optionalWorks without one: MyMemory (the default on new installs). Needs a key (DeepL, Google Cloud Translation, Microsoft Translator, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, Alibaba Qwen, SiliconFlow and Volcengine): DeepL, Google, Microsoft, Qwen, SiliconFlow, Volcengine, DeepSeek, Gemini, OpenAI and custom providers need a key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.995 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.12 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AutotagLilyKun064/Autotag_zotero_plugin

Automatically assign tags to papers with the help of LLM

API key optionalWorks without one: local models through Ollama need no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and OpenRouter): the cloud providers (OpenAI, Gemini, DeepSeek, OpenRouter) each need the user's own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.844 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv7.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AgentpsiQAQ/zotero-agent

An AI agent framework for Zotero, enabling intelligent literature search, organization, annotation, and automated research workflows through MCP and JavaScript automation.

API key optionalWorks without one: The built-in MCP server for AI clients works with its own local token; Ollama embeddings need no key. Needs a key (Clarivate Web of Science, OpenAI, Google Gemini, Voyage AI, OpenRouter, SiliconFlow, Alibaba DashScope and Zhipu): Web of Science Starter search needs the user's own Clarivate key; cloud embedding providers (OpenAI, Google, etc.) need keys.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.800 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 5 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts servers we couldn't identify: sci-hub.usualwant.com, www.pismin.com and 2 more, and 6 more findingsv2.2.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
arxiv-markerlelelelelelelelelelelelele/arxiv-marker

Native Zotero 7/9 plugin: resolve the real venue + CORE/CCF tier + citation count of your arXiv preprints (via Semantic Scholar + DBLP) and write it back, so easyScholar / zotero-style / Citation Tally light up. Right-click → review → write.

API key optionalWorks without one: Semantic Scholar public endpoint and DBLP, no key. Needs a key (Semantic Scholar): Semantic Scholar API key, only to lift rate limits on large libraries.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.768 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 11 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoFilesX1AOX1A/ZoFiles

Connect Claude to your Zotero library — Zotero plugin that mirrors collections as agent-readable folders with Markdown, BibTeX, and AI reviews.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).749 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 May 2026Last commit or release on 21 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Daily Paper DigestYanSH258/zotero-dailypaper

Auto-analyze papers in Zotero using DeepSeek

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and OpenAI). What needs it: the AI service (default DeepSeek); the main scoring, classifying and analysis features call it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).742 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 18 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.4.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Boxscigreat/zotbox

Make Zotero Better and Better

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Metadata updates, journal rankings and citation counts from keyless sources. Needs a key (PubMed, OpenAlex and Semantic Scholar): Extra data sources: PubMed, OpenAlex and Semantic Scholar API keys (empty by default); AI and translation services also take their own keys.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.717 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because its code is obfuscated: deliberately scrambled, so we couldn't check all of itv3.1.0 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper2SlideET06731/zotero-paper2slides

Generate HTML slides and Markdown notes from PDF using LLM (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Gemini, SiliconFlow, OpenRouter)

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Google Gemini, SiliconFlow, OpenRouter, Moonshot (Kimi), Zhipu and Volcano Engine). What needs it: API key for the chosen LLM provider (default DeepSeek).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).699 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 13 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AI Assistant1654842532/zotero-ai-assistant

zotero插件，主要负责对文献的内容进行总结并提取相关信息

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: a DeepSeek API key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.663 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 1 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper FeedJarvis-Towne/paper-feed-zotero

AI赋能的文献追踪工具，第一时间获取你感兴趣的最新文献。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: RSS fetching, keyword filtering and local RSS feed. Needs a key (OpenAI-compatible API provider): AI summaries (OpenAI-compatible API key).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.662 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Codex Bilingual ReaderMengqi97/codex-bilingual-reader-for-zotero

Preserved-layout English-Chinese PDF translation for Zotero using Codex or OpenAI-compatible APIs

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI (Codex CLI login or API key), DeepSeek, OpenRouter and Alibaba Qwen (DashScope)). What needs it: Either a local Codex CLI login (default backend) or an API key for OpenAI, DeepSeek or another provider.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).628 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 17 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it downloads a program checked against a fixed fingerprint, and runs it, and 1 more findingv1.4.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperZorroRafael-Silva-Oliveira/paperzorro

AI-powered literature scout for Zotero — search PubMed, arXiv and bioRxiv, filter with AI, and import to your library.

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama on your own machine (the default); PubMed, arXiv and bioRxiv searches need no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Gemini): optional cloud AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).588 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 27 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDF TranslateTheJieee/zotero-pdf-translate

Zotero 划词翻译插件：选中 PDF/EPUB 文本 → 悬浮按钮 → 译文卡片（Google 免费接口 / MyMemory / OpenAI 兼容接口）

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Google free endpoint (the default) and MyMemory. Needs a key (OpenAI and DeepSeek): OpenAI-compatible AI translation of sentences (key can be blank for a local Ollama).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.575 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero CopilotBaiRuic/ZoteroCopilot

Copilot For Zotero (now BibGenie) || Your Intelligent AI Assistant for Zotero

Slowing downNo commit or release since 9 Nov 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).566 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: ollama.com, and 2 more findingsv0.1.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
PaperView Queryj-cyoung/PaperViewZoteroPlugin

基于LLM的批量文档搜索、总结，简单易用。支持在zotero中选择指定文档，然后使用LLM进行相同论文的批量查询或合并查询，摆脱论文相关的体力劳动工作（比如论文摘要、GPU算力检查等）

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (SiliconFlow). What needs it: LLM API key for the OpenAI-compatible service (default SiliconFlow).
Zotero 8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8, but not in the current Zotero (10).560 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 23 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come from, and 1 more findingv0.5.32 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Geyi TranslatorNayuta-9/zotero-geyi-translator

格译 Geyi 的 Zotero 插件：右键条目翻译其中的 PDF，保留原版式或 AI 重排，可输出双语对照，译文作为子附件挂回原条目

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Geyi (geyi.net)). What needs it: A Geyi account sign-in (browser login that issues an API key) for its cloud translation.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).466 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 5 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server on a hosting platform: translator-backend-78085454326.asia-southeast1.run.app, and 2 more findingsv0.10.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Smart Clipboard Importrikochyou/zotero-smart-clipboard-import

Zotero 7 plugin: intelligently import references from clipboard with multi-source metadata resolution and LLM fallback parsing

API key optionalWorks without one: DOI, URL and BibTeX import through doi.org, Crossref, Semantic Scholar and OpenAlex. Needs a key (OpenAI-compatible API): LLM fallback parsing of plain-text citations.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.442 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 26 May 2026Last commit or release on 26 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv0.1.38 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Agentsleike0813/Zotero-Skills

An all-in-one agentic workbench for your Zotero library

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.435 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 27 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv0.5.0 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Plane XWindLX/paper_plane_x

Paper Plane X 是一个面向科研阅读、论文处理和综述写作的本地优先工作台。它把 PDF 解析、结构化论文抽取、事实核查、项目文件、文献检索和外部 Agent 工具串成一条可复用的研究流水线。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.405 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 30 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.11 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero DeepSeek 助手Loooookk/zotero-deepseek

接入 DeepSeek 大模型的 Zotero 9 插件：文献智能总结、论文全文问答、多篇对比、阅读笔记整理、划词翻译与请教

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API; every feature (summaries, Q&A, comparison, translation) calls it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).398 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 17 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.7.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Latticebirugit/zotero-grounded-qa

All your Zotero annotations in one place — filter, export with citations, and turn highlights into linked, searchable ideas. Plus grounded Q&A with clickable page citations.

API key optionalWorks without one: Annotation browser and idea layer; AI Q&A with local Ollama needs no key. Needs a key (Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek and xAI): Hosted AI providers (Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek, xAI) need an API key for the AI Q&A.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).366 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 14 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv4.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI OCR4965898/Zotero-AI-OCR

AI OCR plugin for Zotero - AI-powered OCR recognition with PaddleOCR and MinerU

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama, a local model, needs no key. Needs a key (Baidu AI Studio (PaddleOCR), MinerU, OpenAI and Google Gemini): PaddleOCR (default engine) and MinerU tokens, and the cloud AI vision providers.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).354 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 7 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.9.7 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotReadcannolis/ZotRead

Triage your Zotero reading queue — decide which paper to read next

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, OpenAI and OpenRouter). What needs it: An API key for the LLM provider (default DeepSeek); it can be a local Ollama endpoint instead.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).345 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 May 2026Last commit or release on 10 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it keeps its own tables in Zotero's database, and 2 more findingsv0.1.9 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Research CopilotOneOneLiu/Zotero-Research-Copilot

A plugin for sidebar chatting with Google Gemini and Deepseek chatbot in Zotero reader

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google Gemini, DeepSeek and ByteDance Doubao). What needs it: Its AI chat features need a provider API key (Gemini, DeepSeek, Doubao or OpenAI-compatible).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).335 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 May 2026Last commit or release on 13 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.4.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero IMA SyncANDYPENG09/zotero-ima-sync

Zotero plugin: sync items with PDF attachments to Tencent ima knowledge base (ima.qq.com), building a searchable literature RAG library. Compatible with Zotero 7/8/9.

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Tencent ima). What needs it: Tencent ima account: Client ID and API key (or bearer token).
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.321 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 2 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.0.1 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI NotesSTRUGGLE1999/zotero-ai-notes

Turn Zotero PDF highlights and comments into evidence-checked Markdown notes and academic mind maps. Supports Zotero write-back, Markdown/OPML export, and XMind import.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google Gemini, OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: the AI service (Gemini by default, or OpenAI-compatible, DeepSeek or custom).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).318 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.3.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI LaTeXHuoyuuu/zotero-ai-latex

Convert formula images to LaTeX in Zotero using OpenAI-compatible vision models.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).299 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 5 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDF to Markdown for Zoteroqingpy/zotero-pdf2md

Convert PDFs to Markdown and export attachments

API key optionalWorks without one: MinerU's light API without a token (up to 10 MB and 20 pages per PDF, IP rate-limited). Needs a key (MinerU): A free MinerU token lifts the limits (up to 200 MB and 200 pages per PDF).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.285 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 13 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.1 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ConfuciusZionDoki/confucius

A research assistant for Zotero: discover papers with OpenAlex, read, compare, and organize evidence.

API key optionalWorks without one: Native runtime with a local Ollama endpoint (usually no key). Needs a key (OpenAlex and OpenAI or other OpenAI-compatible provider): OpenAlex literature search needs an OpenAlex API key; OpenAI-compatible endpoints need an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.274 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.5.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero GlossaryChaoPlayer/zotero-glossary

Select a term while reading to look it up via an LLM (DeepSeek by default), and build your own bilingual glossary of technical terms (EN/CN).

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: the LLM lookup (DeepSeek by default); the API key setting is empty by default.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.270 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 30 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.16 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
XT Zotero Auto ClassifierpeekabooXT/Zotero_Paper_Classification_XT

Classify papers with an OpenAI-compatible model and create Zotero tags and collections.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and Alibaba Model Studio). What needs it: the AI classification (DeepSeek, Alibaba Model Studio or other provider key).
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.264 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 22 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.3.22 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translation-Notebookzhongrubo/translation-notebook

选中单词即查词典，选中短语/句子即 AI 翻译；译文可编辑；金句原文收藏为可检索的分类列表（词典/AI/收藏）。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Word lookup with the free Youdao dictionary (the default). Needs a key (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Wordnik and Merriam-Webster): AI translation of phrases and sentences needs an API key from the chosen provider (Ollama local can be left blank); Wordnik and Merriam-Webster dictionaries need keys.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.260 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 6 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zoTLDRmenyoung/zoTLDR

AI inside Zotero 8

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Google Gemini API key, set in the shared zs-context note.
Zotero 8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8, but not in the current Zotero (10).257 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 19 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.4 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Assistantorigin652/zotero-assistant

Zotero 9 desktop assistant plugin

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI-compatible API provider). What needs it: the AI model endpoint; the assistant won't run without an API key.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).251 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 25 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AgenthaozhihuiYmh150/zotero-agent

给Zotero装上大脑 - 让Zotero变成会思考的研究伙伴

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Volcengine (Doubao) and DeepSeek). What needs it: an LLM provider API key (e.g. Doubao/Volcengine or DeepSeek).
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).246 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 May 2026Last commit or release on 18 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Context Translatemaverickzyc/zotero-context-translate

Zotero 上下文翻译插件：划词带句/段上下文，整篇论文生成双语 HTML | Context-aware translation for Zotero

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).236 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 2 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.3.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LingKuma for Zoterowhite-ink-cell/lingkuma-zotero

Zotero port of LingKuma with improved sentence selection, frosted-glass compatibility, and multilingual translation support.

API key optionalWorks without one: LingKuma default free AI (leave the Base URL blank). Needs a key (OpenAI, MiniMax and Supertone): your own AI endpoint and key, and some text-to-speech services (OpenAI, MiniMax, Supertone).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).234 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 8 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identityv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Curiojehyunlee/paper-curio

Generate paper-curation reviews for Zotero items via original paper-curation functions (Anthropic / OpenAI / Gemini)

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic, OpenAI and Google Gemini). What needs it: A key for the chosen AI provider (Anthropic by default; OpenAI or Google if selected) to generate reviews.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.232 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv0.11.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero RAGcboulanger/zotero-rag

This Zotero plugin implements a RAG (Retrieval-Augmented-Generation) System which allows to ask questions on the literature in a library and get a response with links to the sources.

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).214 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 24 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.42.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Agent Bridgealex-roc/zotero-agent

Full local control of your Zotero library — from your terminal or your AI agent. No cloud, no API key. CLI + MCP server + bridge plugin.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.213 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 25 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it runs code other programs on this computer send itv0.8.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperFlow06-month/paperflow

paper translation and ai agent for zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Gemini API key for translation and chat.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.208 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 2 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.5.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZPM — Zotero Project Managersbilmis/zotero-project-manager

A read-only CLI that exports Zotero collections into clean, incremental project workspaces for AI and research tools.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).198 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.3.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
小61nian1147/-61-

AI-powered medical literature translation for Zotero. Supports multiple AI models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek) with medical-specific prompts, abbreviation scanning, and glossary post-processing. 基于 AI 大模型的 Zotero 医学文献翻译插件，支持多模型接入，自带医学缩写词库和术语一致性检查。

API key optionalWorks without one: Google Translate (the default service, free, no secret). Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini and DeepL): the AI models (OpenAI/ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Azure GPT, custom GPT-like) and keyed translation services.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.196 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 5 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translation of Enterscholaryoung-bo-i/zotero-enterscholar

在 Zotero 中使用大模型翻译选中的文本，由恩特学术提供支持。

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (EnterScholar and OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: Translation needs either an EnterScholar forum sign-in or your own LLM endpoint and API key; both must be supplied by the user.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.196 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 2 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts the developer's server: enterscholar.comv0.11.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoteroOllamagchapron/ZoteroOllama

Chat with your PDFs using local LLMs powered by Ollama

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).193 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 May 2026Last commit or release on 3 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
RSSrchSolveSaint/RSSrch-for-Zotero

A Zotero plugin for managing RSS feeds with folders, filtering rules, relevance scoring, to help surface papers relevant to your research.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 10, 11 beta.184 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero MCP NeoX-T-E-R/Zotero-MCP-Neo

A Zotero plugin that embeds a MCP server directly inside Zotero, giving AI assistants full read/write access to your reference library through 6 unified tools. 一个 Zotero 插件，在 Zotero 内部嵌入 MCP 服务器，让 AI 助手通过6 个统一工具完整访问你的文献库（读写均支持）。

API key optionalWorks without one: The MCP server with its 6 tools (find, list, read, write, status, task) on the default local port. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Alibaba DashScope, Zhipu, SiliconFlow, Voyage AI and OpenRouter): Semantic search embeddings via a hosted provider (OpenAI, Gemini, Voyage AI, etc.) need the user's own embedding API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).172 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 9 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.0.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Citation Counts Manager(Crossref, INSPIRE-HEP, Semantic Scholar, and NASA ADSflychen50/ZoteroCitationCountsAgent

Zotero Enhanced Citation Counts Agent，Works with the following APIs: Crossref, INSPIRE-HEP, Semantic Scholar, and NASA ADS.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 22 Aug 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Crossref, INSPIRE-HEP and Semantic Scholar citation counts. Needs a key (NASA ADS): NASA ADS lookups need your own NASA ADS API key.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).169 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AI 带读jhj223/zotero-ai-guided-reader

Zotero 9 AI 论文带读：证据回跳、图表索引、笔记与 Anki 导出

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU, DeepSeek, OpenAI and Anthropic). What needs it: MinerU token (PDF parsing) and an LLM provider key (or a logged-in local Codex/Claude CLI).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).158 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 11 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server on a hosting platform: zotero-ai-guided-reader-licensing.zotero-ai-reader.workers.dev, and 3 more findingsv0.1.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zopilotqyangcv/zopilot

Bring AI into Zotero, as your reading copilot.

Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).149 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it downloads a program and runs it, and 1 more findingv0.8.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Pulsmlfc0422/zotero-puls

Visualize author-tag relationships in Zotero collections

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Author-tag relationship graph, counts, stars, reading status, and PDF selection translation via keyless web services (Google Translate and others). Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI and EasyScholar): AI tag suggestions need a DeepSeek or OpenAI API key; EasyScholar journal info needs an EasyScholar Secret Key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.142 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.10.36 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Tag Recommenderkinranlau/zotero_tag_recommender

AI-powered tag suggestions for your papers

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini and DeepSeek). What needs it: AI tag suggestions (the main purpose); only the tag autocomplete works without a key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.142 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 29 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 29 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.4.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI 逐段解读便签zhi-11/zotero-ai-paragraph-notes

Batch AI paragraph and figure-caption interpretations as native Zotero note annotations

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: a local endpoint with no authentication, where the key can be left blank. Needs a key (OpenAI): cloud AI services such as the default OpenAI endpoint.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).135 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 13 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.01 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Summary for Zoteroajs7270/zotero-ai-summary

Save AI-generated paper summaries and deep lessons as formatted Zotero child notes.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 9–10, 11 beta.134 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 26 May 2026Last commit or release on 26 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a website that knows an item's key could change your library through itv0.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zotero-pdf2zh-prostudy-233/zotero-pdf2zh-pro

Zotero PDF 翻译插件：在 Zotero 中提交论文，调用本地服务和兼容 OpenAI 的翻译 API，生成译文或双语 PDF 并自动导回。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.130 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.7.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Chat Tabwhiteofalien/zotero-ai-tab

AI sidebar plugin for Zotero, compatible with OpenAI, supports GPT, DeepSeek, Qwen, Doubao and other LLMs.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 22 May 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, DeepSeek and Alibaba Bailian). What needs it: the AI chat (default endpoint is OpenAI and the key is empty by default).
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).128 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.1.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Research Copilotchrislucy838-collab/zotero-research-copilot

A privacy-first AI research assistant for Zotero with multi-paper context, evidence-linked citations, EPUB/PDF support, selection translation, persistent chat, and OpenAI-compatible/OAuth providers.

API key optionalWorks without one: A local OpenAI-compatible endpoint such as Ollama, with the key left empty. Needs a key (OpenAI): Hosted OpenAI-compatible gateways need a key; an unauthenticated local endpoint does not.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.121 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it keeps its own tables in Zotero's database, and 2 more findingsv0.10.42 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Geminizzangho/zotero-gemini

Gemini Plugin for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini API)). What needs it: Google Gemini API key.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).114 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 8 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv3.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AI Explainvishnutskumar/zotero-ai-explain

Zotero plugin for selected-text AI explanations and sidebar chat

API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama, or a ChatGPT/Claude subscription via local CLI proxy, needs no API key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Gemini): OpenAI, Anthropic and Gemini API presets need the user's own key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).110 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 May 2026Last commit or release on 28 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computer, and 1 more findingv0.4.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
SideMark for Zoterowuok0618/zotero-sidemark

Read and edit Markdown notes linked to Zotero items in the item pane and PDF reader sidebar. KaTeX, Mermaid, GFM. Obsidian & AI friendly.

API key optionalWorks without one: Reading and editing Markdown notes. Needs a key (MinerU, DeepSeek and OpenAI): AI features only (MinerU PDF conversion, LLM translation, deep-read, AI chat).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.108 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperMirror 文镜 for Zoterowandonwe/PaperMirror-for-Zotero

PaperMirror 文镜 — 在 Zotero PDF 阅读器里中英对照阅读 (bilingual side-by-side reading for the Zotero PDF reader)

API key optionalWorks without one: Microsoft Bing free translation (the default), Google Translate free, and Ollama (local). Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and DeepL): LLM and paid translation providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, DeepSeek, DeepL and others); the deep-explain feature needs an LLM provider.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.107 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv4.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Chat with Papergivemetarte/chat-with-paper

🍄 Vanilla RAG로 구축한 Chat with Paper (On-going projects...💭)

DormantNo commit or release since 3 Feb 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI API key for all chat features.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).104 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zoty Bridgeeric-tramel/zoty

Lightweight Zotero MCP server for AI agents

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).104 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 May 2026Last commit or release on 16 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come from, and 1 more findingv0.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AutoAttachadolinjonathan-bot/zotero-toolkit

MCP server giving any MCP client read and write access to a Zotero library — search items, read notes, browse collections, create and edit references. Works with Claude, Cursor, Zed, VS Code and local models. Includes a standalone CLI that needs no AI at all.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).103 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 4 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotMind9527crazy-2025/ZotMind

一个Zotero AI辅助文献阅读插件. https://my.feishu.cn/wiki/SZFewHxrdiMsrLk8i09c3a0onwe?from=from_copylink

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.103 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 8 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because its code is obfuscated: deliberately scrambled, so we couldn't check all of itv0.7.0 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Book Splitterairalinknowledge/zotero-book-splitter

Split PDF and EPUB books into independently citable chapters while preserving the complete original book.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Native PDF bookmarks, local TOC-page scan and EPUB navigation. Needs a key (OpenAI and Google Gemini): AI table-of-contents recognition (OpenAI default, Gemini or other compatible API) needs a key; Crossref/Open Library lookups are keyless.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).102 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 22 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.14.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Chat for ZoteroSuzuka24/paper-chat-for-zotero

在 Zotero 中使用本地 Codex 与论文对话｜Chat with papers using your local Codex sign-in

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI Codex). What needs it: a sign-in to the Codex app or CLI (ChatGPT/Codex account), no OpenAI API key.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).100 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.6.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-Exitemalansirius/Zotero-Exitem

A Zotero plugin for AI-assisted literature extraction

Slowing downNo commit or release since 15 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.
Zotero 8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8, but not in the current Zotero (10).97 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Document Parser for ZoteroJiahaohong/mineru-to-zotero

将 Zotero PDF 解析为 Markdown，并同步彩色高亮、PDF 大纲和图片附件

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: MinerU free Agent API when no token is set (default), or local markitdown/docling CLIs. Needs a key (MinerU, OpenAI-compatible vision API, Baidu AI Cloud, TextIn and Doc2X): MinerU Precision API token, vision LLM OCR, Baidu OCR, TextIn, Doc2X.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).91 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 17 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.1.24 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
狸阅xiaoxiao937/li-yue-zotero

用同一个 Prompt 独立阅读多篇 Zotero PDF，并把回答分别保存到各自条目的笔记。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: your own API key from the AI provider (DeepSeek, OpenAI or a compatible endpoint).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).90 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotClipkenanking/ZotClip

📎 Copy attachments to clipboard and auto-generate tags with AI.

API key optionalWorks without one: Copying attachments to the clipboard; AI tagging through local Ollama or LM Studio. Needs a key (DeepSeek and OpenRouter): AI tagging with DeepSeek, OpenRouter or a custom endpoint needs a key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.88 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 13 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it loads native code, and 1 more findingv0.6.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero CCF RankZBigFish/zotero-ccf-rank

Zotero plugin: identify the CCF rank and the 中科院分区 of a paper, and show a one-line summary in a column. 自动识别论文的 CCF 分区与中科院分区。

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.88 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 14 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server on a hosting platform: dblp.timetrap.workers.dev, and 2 more findingsv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZCTrMCXCC303/ZCTr

Click-on Translator Plugin of Zotero

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama provider (name + port + model, no key). Needs a key (DeepSeek): DeepSeek and OpenAI-compatible cloud providers need an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).87 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 2 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Radarxiaoxuan353/zotero-paper-radar

论文雷达：Zotero 插件。自动抓取期刊 RSS 订阅源，调用大模型按你的研究方向评估论文相关度，高/中相关文献自动入库并附「AI 研判解读」笔记，低相关自动跳过。支持任意 OpenAI 兼容接口（火山方舟 / DeepSeek / Ollama 等）。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Volcano Engine Ark and DeepSeek). What needs it: the AI relevance filtering (key for an OpenAI-compatible endpoint; the code rejects an empty key even for local Ollama).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).86 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperWormTLzh/paperworm

AI-powered paper reading assistant for Zotero

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama (local), no API key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and MinerU): cloud LLM providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.) and the optional MinerU extraction token.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).82 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 14 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.7.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Deepseek for Zoterowindfollowingheart/deepseek-for-zotero

DeepSeek for Zotero

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).78 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 28 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it hands your data to a program on this computer; we can't check where it goes from there, and 2 more findingsv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI 科研阅读助手daxiaxiong88/zotero-research

Zotero 10 网页 AI 阅读侧栏：网页中继 / API 直连 / MinerU 深度解析 / 知识沉淀

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Web AI relay mode using already logged-in Gemini, DeepSeek, ChatGPT, Kimi, Claude or AI Studio pages in the browser. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI-compatible provider and Anthropic-compatible provider): Direct API mode (model API key for an OpenAI/Anthropic-compatible endpoint).
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.71 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.9.3 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AnnotaLiotou/zotero-annota

Zotero 7/8/9/10 plugin that auto-fills a highlight's comment by running a configurable LLM prompt on the highlighted text (Mistral by default, any OpenAI-compatible endpoint)

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama (local), Apple Intelligence and Claude Code CLI providers need no key, but the default setup is Mistral, which does. Needs a key (Mistral): The default provider (Mistral or another remote OpenAI-compatible endpoint) needs an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.67 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 25 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv2.25.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Hanchen's Zotero TLDRXuZhiangDLUT/ZoteroTLDR

AI-powered Zotero paper summarizer with Gemini Native, OpenAI-compatible, and MiMo providers

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Xiaomi MiMo, Google Gemini and OpenAI-compatible gateway). What needs it: every provider profile (Gemini, OpenAI-compatible, MiMo) needs the user's own API key; the default profile is MiMo Balance API.Fork of Zhang-ren/Zotero-AI-SummarizerA copy of another listed plugin, changed by someone else.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).66 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 6 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts servers we couldn't identify: cpa.20020519.xyz and x666.me, and 2 more findingsv0.3.8 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Z-Daenarahriver/Z-DAENA

Zotero 7 plugin for easy paper summaries with OpenAI/Gemini API keys.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 10 Dec 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and Google Gemini). What needs it: Summaries need an OpenAI or Google Gemini API key.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).63 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Citation Linkerevelasko/zotero-citation-linker

A powerful Zotero plugin that seamlessly bridges reference management with Markdown-based writing workflows. Generate inline citations with API links instantly, and integrate external applications through a local HTTP server.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 21 Jan 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Copy Markdown Link and the local HTTP server. Needs a key (Perplexity): Perplexity API key for AI citation extraction from URLs.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).55 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv2.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Clauterowaterwoods-ai/clautero

Embed Claude Code as a sidebar AI research assistant in Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic (Claude Code)). What needs it: A sign-in to Claude Code (claude login), or to the Codex/OpenCode/Pi CLI chosen as provider.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.54 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 9 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv2.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Systematic Revieweropenresearchtools/systematic-reviewer

Systematic Reviewer is built as a third-party extension for Zotero reference manager for systematic reviews and text-based research analysis, it turns a library collection into a project workspace for screening, extraction, semantic search, report development, and traceable research workflows.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local AI runtimes and OpenAlex harvesting without a key. Needs a key (OpenAlex and hosted AI model providers): A free OpenAlex key is recommended for project harvesting (higher rate limits); API keys for hosted AI services or protected model endpoints; optional MCP key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.51 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 26 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 26 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computer, and 1 more findingv0.75 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-CatZotero-Cat/Zotero-Cat

Zotero-Cat is a Zotero item-pane assistant for reading, summarizing, reviewing, and discussing research items with user-selected model providers.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).51 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 May 2026Last commit or release on 24 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.3.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zotero-claudianwsxwj123/zotero-claudian

在 Zotero 里内置一个 Claude Code 工作台：边读文献边对话，自动注入 PDF 上下文，一键存笔记。MIT。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.49 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.1.32 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zot CLI BridgeAgents365-ai/zotero-cli-ai

Zotero CLI for Claude Code — SQLite reads + Web API writes

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.49 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 7 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.4.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Knodezxing258974/zotero-knode-plugin

将 Zotero 中的期刊文章同步到个人知识中心，利用个人知识中心强大的AI功能来分析和阅读文章。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Knode (个人知识中心)). What needs it: the Knode personal knowledge center service (domain and API key from your account).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.49 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.16 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Toolkitvdcmathieu/zotero-ai-toolkit

A growing toolkit of AI features for Zotero: summarize papers, categorize highlights, and find further reading with Claude or GPT.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic and OpenAI). What needs it: all five AI tools (summarize, categorize, further reading, folders, chat); the journal rank and citations columns need no key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).47 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 4 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.5.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Translatewazeruan/zotero-translate-plugin

Zotero 划词翻译插件，调用本地 LLM API

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: the default Ollama preset on localhost, with an empty key. Needs a key (DeepL, OpenAI, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, SiliconFlow and Groq): DeepL, OpenAI, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, SiliconFlow, Groq (hosted services).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).47 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 22 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zhuterochrisyangqn/zotero-zhutero

AI-powered reading framework & summarization for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic and OpenAI). What needs it: Anthropic or OpenAI (or a custom OpenAI-compatible endpoint); generation refuses to run without a key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).47 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 22 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.6.17 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero RAGFlowWuGuangHeng/zotero-ragflow

Zotero-RAGFlow

DormantNo commit or release since 17 Mar 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (RAGFlow). What needs it: RAGFlow service API key.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).45 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Skimming00sapo/zotero-skimming

A zotero extension that makes it easier skimming papers. Inspired by Semantic Scholar.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama summarization and the baseline ranker. Needs a key (OpenAI-compatible API (DeepSeek, OpenRouter, OpenAI)): Remote API summarization mode (OpenAI-compatible endpoint).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).45 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 13 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero WebAIlineex/Zotero-WebAI

Zotero 9 Web AI reading workspace with embedded DeepSeek Web, Z.ai Web, ChatGPT Web, slash PDF, web search, custom skills, and MCP tooling.

Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).44 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 1 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.9.37 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Read Aloud BYOKGeneralPawz/zotero-tts-byok

Bring your own API key instead of using local TTS models or waiting for Zotero to offer more Standard/Premium Voice budget for sale.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, ElevenLabs, Azure, Google Gemini and Speechify). What needs it: the text-to-speech service (OpenAI, ElevenLabs, Azure, Gemini, Speechify or custom).
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.42 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 14 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.15.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Referencing PluginGalapo/zotero-ai-referencing-plugin-releases

A Zotero plugin for extracting metadata and prompts from saved AI chats.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).41 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 26 May 2026Last commit or release on 26 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ChatPDFruijie-xi/zotero-chat-pdf

Chat with your PDFs using LLMs in Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU and DeepSeek). What needs it: MinerU token for PDF conversion and an LLM API key (default DeepSeek).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.41 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.8.10 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotrondianzuan/zotron

Let AI agents read, search, and annotate your Zotero library

API key optionalWorks without one: Reading, searching and annotating the library through the local JSON-RPC API and CLI. Needs a key (MinerU, Zhipu GLM, OpenAI, Jina AI, Cohere, Voyage AI, SiliconFlow, DashScope and Volcengine): OCR providers (MinerU, GLM) and cloud embedding providers (OpenAI, Jina, Cohere, Voyage etc.) for RAG.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).40 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 13 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Reading (Windows)zhonghaoyi/zotero-ai-reading

Send the selected Zotero item's PDF and a saved prompt to a configurable web AI chat.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.39 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 15 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.4.141 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero easyGPTKravornN/Zotero-easyGPT

Chat with Papers via LLMs in Zotero

Slowing downNo commit or release since 11 Oct 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, OpenRouter, DeepSeek and SiliconFlow). What needs it: the AI chat, translation and summary features all need an API key for an OpenAI-compatible service.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).38 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AItext70/zotero_ai

A simplified AI API interface for Zotero.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenRouter and OpenAI). What needs it: an API key for the chat provider (default OpenRouter).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).37 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 10 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Lit AI MatrixTenor-John/Zotero-Lit_Ai_Matrix

Zotero Lit AI Matrix

Slowing downNo commit or release since 3 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).37 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
LITITICIRICECIECR/Zotero-Literature-Analizer

Generate structured literature interpretation HTML reports from PDF attachments

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.37 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 10 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.1.6 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Mineru ParseLyn6969/mineru-parse

Mineru PDF 解析到笔记

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU (mineru.net)). What needs it: MinerU API token for PDF parsing (plus an LLM key for optional AI analysis).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.35 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 18 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.5.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Read AiDrezil/zotero-read-ai

Zotero ReadAi

DormantNo commit or release since 13 Jan 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).35 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Semantic Taggerroey-angel/zotero-semantic-tagger

Automatically tag Zotero items using semantic analysis and the Claude API — selects only from your existing tag library

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic). What needs it: Anthropic Claude API key, needed to tag anything.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).32 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 28 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Smart HighlighterMemorushB/zotero-smart-highlighter

A Zotero plugin that can quickly skim the paper and highlight the worth reading part for you.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 12 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: built-in local non-LLM ranking (BM25/TF-IDF). Needs a key (OpenRouter): LLM-backed highlighting (API Key, Base URL, Model).
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).32 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computer, and 1 more findingv0.2.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Vocab FlowMoonweave-Research/zotero-vocab-flow

Zotero 9 plugin for reviewable vocabulary candidates from PDF underlines

API key optionalWorks without one: Core vocabulary candidate extraction and notes; translation is off by default and the google-free provider needs no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini and Anthropic): Optional translation aids: OpenAI-compatible, Gemini or Claude/Anthropic providers need your own API key.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).32 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 26 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 26 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero EvidenceetShaw-zh/zotero-evidence

Zotero Evidence transforms research papers into structured, traceable evidence datasets with AI-assisted screening, extraction, and synthesis.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.31 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.9.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zotero-pdf2mdCrushDemo01/zotero-pdf2md

`zotero-pdf2md` 是一个面向 Zotero 7 的插件，用来把 PDF 附件转换为 Markdown 源包、译文 Markdown，以及可直接预览的 HTML。

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Mistral and OpenAI or another OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: Mistral OCR key for PDF-to-Markdown, plus an OpenAI-compatible LLM key for translation.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).30 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 8 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because its release file was replaced after publication, and 3 more findingsv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AIzcjie1/Zotero-AI

Use AI to analyze paper PDF and directly generate notes

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and Anthropic). What needs it: an API key for the AI service (default OpenAI endpoint).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).29 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 30 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv1.3.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Newtonnewtontech/Zotero-AI-Newton

A zotero plugin for AI assisted research

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: the AI provider (OpenAI, DeepSeek or a compatible API).
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).29 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 9 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.1-beta · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Iriszbhou2002/iris-zotero

Your AI, inside Zotero. Ask about passages, translate in place, dictate locally, and highlight a paper’s contributions and evidence. Connect a supported Codex account or your own API. Mac + Windows.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI Codex account, Google Gemini account and your own API provider). What needs it: the AI model: a supported Codex account sign-in (the default) or your own API endpoint and key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 16 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv3.4.18 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Vibe Zotero Translate11zhouxuan/vibe-zotero-translate

A Zotero plugin for translating selected text

Slowing downNo commit or release since 23 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (AWS Bedrock and OpenAI). What needs it: An API key for the chosen LLM provider (AWS Bedrock by default, or OpenAI-compatible); the code refuses to run without one, even for a local endpoint.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Paper Reading Agentxiaoxuanli-a/zotero_agent_reader_plugin

Zotero 9 plugin: chat with the open paper via a local codex CLI — streaming answers, Markdown + math, and clickable [p.N] PDF citations.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI Codex and Claude Code). What needs it: sign-in to the Codex or Claude Code CLI (their own login).
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 25 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
arXiv ReaderTheoCUC/zotero-arxiv-reader

Zotero plugin for arXiv HTML fetch, cleanup, and bilingual translation.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 6 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Fetching arXiv HTML, hiding page elements, style repair and Google Scholar search need no key. Needs a key (OpenAI (or another OpenAI-compatible translation service)): Bilingual translation (双语沉浸式翻译) uses an OpenAI-compatible API with a user-entered API key.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
ice-creamice-cream-cpu/Zotero-Plugin-Paper-Reading

Public releases and documentation for the ice-cream Zotero AI reading plugin.The plugin can help you to read paper with AI, which may accelerate your research.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Anthropic and Alibaba Qwen (DashScope)). What needs it: An API key from the chosen AI provider (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Claude, Qwen or custom); the plugin refuses to ask without one.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 27 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it loads native codev0.6.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotExtractSamyAteia/ZotExtract

ZotExtract: A Zotero plugin for LLM-based information extraction. Automatically pull structured metadata and key concepts from full-text PDFs. Run privacy-focused local LLMs on your device or connect to online providers to easily organize your research and combat information overload.

API key optionalWorks without one: local LLM servers (Ollama, LM Studio, llama.cpp, Jan). Needs a key (OpenAI, OpenRouter and Google Gemini): online providers (OpenAI, OpenRouter, Google Gemini).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).28 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 22 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LexiNote 划词生词本Wu-Lipeng/LexiNote

Zotero 划词查词与生词本插件

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Baidu general translation edition with the built-in trial key (up to 50 lookups a day). Needs a key (Baidu AI Cloud): Baidu API Key and Secret Key for the dictionary edition, or your own custom lookup service.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.27 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.11 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI SummarizerZhang-ren/Zotero-AI-Summarizer

AI summarizer for Zotero items

Slowing downNo commit or release since 8 Aug 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).27 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Cool Paperzx33/zotero-cool-paper

Show papers.cool KIMI paper readings and related papers in the Zotero item pane.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).27 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 17 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it keeps its own tables in Zotero's database, and 2 more findingsv0.1.16 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperPilotwyhao2333/zotero-paperpilot

Zotero 10 academic reading assistant with selection translation, contextual AI Q&A, paper digest, and Zotero note export.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: selection translation with MyMemory (the default translation service). Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Zhipu, Moonshot, Alibaba Qwen and SiliconFlow): the AI features (Q&A, digest, AI translation) need a key for hosted providers.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.27 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zoteroTranslateAntseasideccm/zotero-translate-ant

zotero-translate-ant

DormantNo commit or release since 13 Feb 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).27 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it writes to Zotero's database directlyv0.1.5 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Mark Readerjin-taiyu/zotero-mark-reader

A Zotero plugin that parses PDFs with MinerU and overlays Markdown-aware paragraph boxes in the built-in reader.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.26 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 17 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Chat · 论文问答HDU-OrangeS/zotero-paper-chat

在 Zotero 阅读侧栏向当前 PDF 提问，支持通用 AI API 和页码引用。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and any OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: API key for the configured chat-completions service (default DeepSeek); a local no-auth server may leave it blank.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).26 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 14 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
DeepReadshalom-lab/deepread

A powerful AI-driven research assistant for Zotero 7, featuring Gemini multimodal integration, long-context chat, and customizable academic prompts. Zotero 7 的 AI 辅助阅读插件，无缝集成 Gemini 多模态能力，支持长文本对话与自定义学术提示词。

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Google Gemini API key needed for all AI features.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).24 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 10 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.7.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperChatQilinn-Robotics/zotero-PaperChat

PaperChat is a Zotero 7/8 AI sidebar plugin with OpenAI-compatible API support, PDF context selection, and Markdown/LaTeX-rendered chat for academic reading and analysis.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 9 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: the AI chat, which calls the OpenAI-style endpoint set by default.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).24 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv0.2.4 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Prismmxlapan/zotero-prism

为 Zotero 提供文库可视化、AI 问答、全文翻译与阅读管理

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Library visualization, reading analytics and Google translation (the default engine). Needs a key (OpenAI, DeepL, Microsoft Translator, Baidu Translate, NiuTrans and easyScholar): The AI copilot (Lens) needs a key for its model provider (default OpenAI); some translation engines (DeepL, Microsoft, Baidu, NiuTrans) and easyScholar rankings need keys.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.24 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it changes Zotero settings that aren't its own, and 2 more findingsv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Semantic SearchilDon/zotero-semantic-search

Semantic (meaning-based) search over the full text of your Zotero PDFs, with a local MCP endpoint for LLMs.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.24 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv2.5.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Declarative Bridgekl3574/deep-research

Auditable deep research, paper learning, and Zotero curation skills for Codex agents

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).23 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 13 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.11 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Hermes Reading Assistant (Zotero 9)TRAVISZHAN/zotero-hermes-reader

Zotero 9 插件：在条目面板里用 Hermes 读论文（按论文分会话、PDF 划词提问、公式渲染、Obsidian 草稿确认）

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).23 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 6 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.7.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero TTS Readerzcyisiee/zotero-tts-reader

Text-to-Speech reader plugin for Zotero 7 using OpenAI TTS API

Slowing downNo commit or release since 22 Dec 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI API key needed for speech synthesis.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).23 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
ZotmcpGuCarpenter/zotmcp

An MCP server embedded in Zotero 10: search, read, annotate and manage your library from any MCP client

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.23 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it runs code other programs on this computer send itv0.6.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotamerc-hecl/zota

Chat with AI about your PDF documents in Zotero.

Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).22 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 8 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.8 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Reading Assistantyiyabo/zotero-reading-assistant

AI-powered reading assistant sidebar for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Alibaba DashScope (Qwen), OpenAI, DeepSeek and SiliconFlow). What needs it: the AI model service (default DashScope/Qwen); the sidebar chat and all AI features need the user's own API key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).22 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 5 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: new.yxgz.ccv0.1.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PDFTrim for LLMShengjieJin/pdftrim-for-llm

An open-source Zotero plugin for vibe reading and LLM-assisted paper reading. Detect references/appendix pages and export cleaner PDFs for AI workflows.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 17 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).21 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Smart Paper Translatordingdinglz/zotero-translate

Read papers with Codex and Pi in Zotero's sidebar. Ask about passages and figures, revisit past conversations, and view interactive charts beside the PDF.

Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).21 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 12 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it installs and runs software packages from npm or PyPI, and 1 more findingv0.1.39 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zTLDRaguvener/zTLDR

Fetch and display TL;DR summaries from Semantic Scholar in Zotero

Slowing downNo commit or release since 3 Jan 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).21 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Paper Translate for ZoteroWoif-sha/paper-translate-for-zotero

Context-aware academic translation for Zotero using validated MinerU Markdown and an isolated Codex runtime.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI (Codex sign-in) and OpenAI-compatible API provider). What needs it: Sign-in to OpenAI via Codex CLI (codex login), or an API key for an OpenAI-compatible service.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.20 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 24 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identity, and 3 more findingsv1.4.8 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Datalab0xc1c4da/zotero7-datalab

A Zotero 7 PDF to Markdown converter using Datalab.to

DormantNo commit or release since 3 Jan 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Datalab). What needs it: Datalab API key for PDF to Markdown conversion.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).20 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.0.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Word Learning for ZoteroZjj-Low-Key/zotero-word-learning

Zotero 9 plugin for collecting, completing, managing, and reviewing academic English words while reading papers.

API key optionalWorks without one: Collecting, saving and reviewing words by hand in a local JSON wordbook. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic, Moonshot (Kimi), Alibaba Qwen and xAI): the AI word-card completion (DeepSeek by default, or another provider you pick).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).19 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 7 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.10.9 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoteroLMtechczech/zoterolm

Zotero extension that will summarize PDFs and store them as notes in Zotero.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini) and OpenAI). What needs it: summarising needs a user-supplied Gemini or OpenAI API key; default provider is Gemini and the key is empty.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).19 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 16 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.3.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zusiafirekern/zusia

Zusia, a study buddy inside Zotero: ask Claude Code, Codex or Antigravity about the paper you are reading. LaTeX, drawings, theorem links, glass UI.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Claude Code, Codex and Antigravity). What needs it: a sign-in of your own to an assistant CLI (Claude Code, Codex or Antigravity); no API key is entered in the plugin.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.19 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
文献分类编号与题名翻译GuotuanWang/wenxianbianhao

适配 Zotero 10.0.1 的文献分类编号与 DeepSeek 题名翻译插件，支持批量编号、自定义列、分类右键菜单和独立设置页。

Slowing downNo commit or release since 28 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Batch numbering of items in a collection. Needs a key (DeepSeek): DeepSeek title translation needs a DeepSeek API key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).18 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Research Agent for Zoteroauince/zotero-Agent

A Agent for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, SiliconFlow, ModelScope and Zhipu GLM). What needs it: chat-model provider key (DeepSeek, SiliconFlow, ModelScope, Zhipu or custom); Brave and GitHub keys are optional extras.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.18 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 22 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: api.skillmd.comv0.4.14 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Metadata AssistantCUNY-AI-Lab/zotero-autofill

Zotero 7 plugin that auto-fills missing metadata using LLMs, Open Library, and Google Books APIs

API key optionalWorks without one: Catalogue metadata lookup via Open Library, Google Books and Crossref. Needs a key (OpenRouter and CUNY AI Lab Gateway): AI bibliography parsing (Import Bibliography Text) needs an OpenRouter or CUNY AI Lab Gateway key.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).18 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
wohoocookjohn/wohoo

WoHoo AIAssistant

DormantNo commit or release since 13 Mar 2025, more than 18 months ago. Problems may not get fixed.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).17 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.9.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AI Summarizerdennisklappe/zotero-ai-summarizer

Generate summaries of research articles using OpenAI. Adds an AI icon to the sidebar with options for default summaries, bullet points, or academic abstracts.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 24 Sep 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI summaries (the only service it calls).
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).17 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
MinerU PDF Converter441837297/zotero-mineru-plugin

zotero minerU pdf convert to Markdown plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).17 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 May 2026Last commit or release on 11 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.1.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Smart Translate for Zoterosoft-defoliation/zotero-smart-translate

AI-powered Zotero reading assistant: translation, summarization, innovation extraction, method structuring.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Zhipu (GLM)). What needs it: the AI translation/summarization engine (user's own API key for an OpenAI-compatible service, default endpoint Zhipu GLM).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.16 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 22 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.3.1 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Unified TranslatorLuociqvq/zotero-unified-translator

Zotero instant and full-document translation plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.16 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because its code names developers' servers: fanyi.eieu.cn and pdf2zh.eieu.cnv1.0.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
DocuTranslate 中文翻译blanlak/docutranslate-zotero

右键 PDF 一键 DocuTranslate 中文翻译，译文 PDF 自动回填 Zotero 条目

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.15 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 10 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.4.17 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Metadata Fillerveale/metadata-filler-for-zotero

Uses multimodal AI to find and fill missing metadata in your Zotero library by analysing PDF attachments.

API key optionalWorks without one: Apple Intelligence on-device (macOS only) or a local model such as Ollama via the OpenAI-compatible endpoint. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini and OpenAlex): OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Gemini providers need their own API key; OpenAlex has an optional key field.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).15 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 29 May 2026Last commit or release on 29 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv1.3.7 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LLM Wikib1ue-e/zotero-llm-wiki

Zotero 9 plugin for LLM-Wiki: compile, query, and maintain a structured knowledge base from your paper library

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: Wiki generation through the OpenAI-compatible API; the code throws if the key is empty.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.15 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 3 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LLM-Gen JSON DOIs ImporterSeanComeOn/zotero7_json_importer_checker

Batch import DOIs from LLM-generated JSON and visually detect title hallucinations.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).15 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 12 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.0.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
ZoteroOfMinelovelynewlife/ZoteroOfMine

My Zotero plugin of Some Research useful kits, ** vibe coding with Coze & Copilot (codex) & claude**

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).15 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 May 2026Last commit or release on 6 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LitGapYu-TingSun/LitGap

Find missing papers in your Zotero library

API key optionalWorks without one: Find Hidden Papers, which uses the free Semantic Scholar API. Needs a key (Anthropic, OpenAI and Google Gemini): the Map Your Research Field feature needs an AI provider key (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google or a custom endpoint).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 May 2026Last commit or release on 30 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv3.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper ClassifierXiaoheMo9178/paper-classifier

Zotero plugin for AI-based paper classification by research theme

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: a DeepSeek API key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 23 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Noteshaobbc/zotero-ai-notes

Generate AI-powered summaries for Zotero papers using multi-provider API

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 12 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Askbenshen94/zotero-ask

Ask questions about a paper from Zotero's PDF reader using your signed-in Codex account.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI Codex / ChatGPT account). What needs it: A signed-in Codex (ChatGPT) account via the Codex CLI; the plugin itself has no API key field.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.2.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero LLM Assistantjeff-jw-wang/zotero-llm-assistant

Zotero 7/8 plugin — LLM-powered paper reading assistant with RAG, multi-provider support, and library search

Slowing downNo commit or release since 7 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama running locally (the default provider). Needs a key (Google AI Studio, OpenAI and Anthropic): cloud providers (Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic, custom endpoint).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.1b · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero–Obsidian Connectorkimstitute/zotero-obsidian-connector

Automatic literature notes, Korean abstract translation, and a shared Markdown editor for Zotero and Obsidian.

API key optionalWorks without one: The core connector (literature notes, links, Markdown editor). Needs a key (OpenAI ChatGPT): Korean abstract translation via ChatGPT sign-in or an OpenAI-compatible endpoint (a key may be needed for cloud services).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).14 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 16 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identityv0.5.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
RetainPDF Translatelinxbxxh/retainpdf-zotero-plugin

Zotero 7/9 插件：调用 RetainPDF 桌面版本地服务，自动翻译新抓取的 PDF 全文并把中文译文挂到条目下

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.13 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 14 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero ChatGPTkianmax0/zotero-chatgpt

Description coming soon.

Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).13 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
–Not graded yetAtlas grade –: We couldn't check it yet.because zotero-chatgpt-0.1.1-dev.xpi is 88 MB, over our 60 MB analysis limitv0.1.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Inline Translate for Zotero1281300805/zotero-inline-translate

Translate selected Zotero PDF text in place with DeepSeek, multi-region selection and annotation following.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: Translation via DeepSeek (default service); the key is empty by default and the README says to create one on the DeepSeek platform.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).13 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.4.40 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotbookMiguelDLM/zotero-notebookLM

Connect Zotero collections to Google NotebookLM — convert collections to notebooks, add documents, and chat with your research.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google NotebookLM). What needs it: A Google account signed in to NotebookLM (browser-cookie sign-in).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.13 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 18 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv1.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Bilingual PDFLanTing-0119/zotero-bilingual-pdf

Zotero 9 plugin for batch translating academic PDFs into side-by-side English-Chinese PDFs

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Doc2X and DeepSeek). What needs it: Doc2X and DeepSeek API keys.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.12 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 14 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero GPT Prolenbour1/zotero-gpt-pro

Zotero GPT Pro - AI-powered research assistant with annotations, outline, and advanced prompts

API key optionalWorks without one: Falls back to the keyless chatbot.theb.ai service when no secretKey is set. Needs a key (OpenAI): An OpenAI (or compatible) secret key for the OpenAI route.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.12 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 4 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it runs the AI model's replies as codev1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Integration BridgeKalenJosifovski/zotero-integration-agent

Local bridge for the Zotero Integration Agent.

Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.12 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 2 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
文献导读 / Paper Guideluluyang928/zotero-paper-guide

在 Zotero 中使用 OpenAI 或 DeepSeek 生成可核查、可导出到 Obsidian 的论文导读

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: generating the guide (OpenAI or DeepSeek key).
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.12 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.4.6 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Reference Validatordcondrey/zotero-validate

Validates reference metadata against authoritative scholarly sources.

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.API key optionalWorks without one: Validation against Crossref, OpenAlex, arXiv, PubMed, dblp and the other scholarly databases, which are on by default. Needs a key (Semantic Scholar, OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Gemini): Semantic Scholar key (extra rate limit) and the optional LLM adjudicator (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini keys).
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.12 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Paper Analysiszgdd12345/AIPaperAnalysis

基于大模型进行文献分析的Zotero插件

Slowing downNo commit or release since 12 Nov 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Alibaba DashScope and ByteDance Volcano Engine). What needs it: an API key for the chosen AI provider (OpenAI by default).
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Science Lens — Wikipedia definitionsAriyanBe/Science-Lense

Need a small assistance? No AI? This is for you!

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Notenkbaim/zotero-ai-note

Zotero 插件：使用 大语言模型总结所选论文 PDF，并自动创建结构化子笔记。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, Alibaba Qwen (DashScope), Zhipu (GLM) and Xiaomi MiMo). What needs it: the chosen cloud AI service (DeepSeek by default; Qwen, Zhipu GLM, Xiaomi MiMo).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.18 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero BabelDOCZenanH/zotero-babeldoc

Zotero 10 plugin for translating PDF attachments with an isolated BabelDOC environment.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: The OpenAI-compatible translation service (API key, base URL and model must be filled in; default service is OpenAI).
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 22 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.1.9 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Ask My PaperNakamuraTakumu/Zotero-Gemini-PDF

Ask My Paper Plugin

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google Gemini, OpenAI and Anthropic). What needs it: A key for the chosen provider (Gemini, OpenAI or Anthropic) is needed to chat.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 9 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Margin · 页伴koabula/zotero-margin

Margin · 页伴 — Zotero AI reading assistant with citations, notes and bring-your-own models.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 6 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Paper Radarkongyan66/zotero-paper-radar

An explainable paper recommendation plugin for Zotero, with editable interest profiles, AI summaries, and one-click imports.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Volcano Engine Ark and SiliconFlow). What needs it: Embedding service (needed to build profiles and rank recommendations); the default is OpenAI with an empty key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0-beta.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Resource Search MCPX-T-E-R/zotero-resource-search-mcp

Zotero plugin providing MCP-based academic and web resource search across multiple platforms with direct Zotero integration

Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 15 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come from, and 1 more findingv0.2.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ScholarMatezhstark/zotero9_gpt_plugin

Zotero 9 插件。调用 ChatGPT API 翻译选区

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI access token needed for translation.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 23 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.13 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotLiteLuckyFulong/zotlite

Zotero插件-ZotLite — Zotero AI 阅读助手-拥有高精度MinerU 文献解析、全文翻译、原文跳转、影响因子、引用量和元数据抓取功能。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Google AI Studio (Gemini), MinerU, Tavily and Semantic Scholar). What needs it: its main feature, the AI reading assistant (DeepSeek, OpenAI or Gemini key); MinerU parsing, Semantic Scholar and Tavily need their own keys.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 5 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it changes Zotero settings that aren't its own, and 4 more findingsv1.1.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotRadarpoesein/ZotRadar

ZotRadar native Dashboard with papers, subscriptions, scoring, feedback, system diagnostics, and legacy migration.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama (the default model provider). Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, Alibaba Qwen (DashScope) and EasyScholar): Cloud model providers (Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Gemini, Qwen) need an API key; journal ranking needs an easyScholar key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.11 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv5.4.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Breezezeyu42/breeze

A Zotero plugin that uses LLMs to summarize your research interests from your library and filter RSS feed articles by relevance.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and any OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: Both features (interest summary and RSS filtering) call an OpenAI-compatible LLM API.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).10 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 21 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
PaperTranslateLast-diary/PaperTranslate-Zotero-Plugin

Zotero plugin for MinerU PDF parsing and DeepSeek-powered paper translation

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU and DeepSeek). What needs it: MinerU API token (PDF parsing) plus an LLM key (DeepSeek or other provider).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).10 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 14 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.5.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
TwinLens for Zotero15674852801/twinlens-zotero

TwinLens for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU and DeepSeek). What needs it: A MinerU token (PDF parsing) and a DeepSeek token (translation).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).10 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 6 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Reading StudioShanfu2021/zotero-ai-reading-studio

Independent Zotero paper reading workspace with Responses chat, per-paper sessions, retrieval, translation, and online briefs.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI-compatible API provider). What needs it: The chat and translation features use the user's own OpenAI Responses-compatible API URL and key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.10 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 4 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: www.alphaxiv.org, and 1 more findingv0.7.22 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero PDF TranslateJinshijiming/zotero-pdf-translate-z6

PDF translation for Zotero built-in PDF reader.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 31 Aug 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (Microsoft Translator, Baidu Translate, Tencent and OpenAI): Commercial engines such as Microsoft, Baidu, Tencent, DeepL, GPT.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.10 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it run code without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit)v1.0.25 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
sentAIGreyCatProductions/sentAI

zotero plugin integrating semantic search into zotero

API key optionalWorks without one: The developer's default server for embeddings and chat (no key field is needed), or local Ollama. Needs a key (Google Gemini, Anthropic and OpenAI-compatible provider): Chat answers via your own provider (Gemini, Anthropic or OpenAI-compatible) need that provider's key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 14 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 14 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: 141.89.241.146, and 4 more findingsv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Show Markdownzwmjohn-cool/showMarkdown

show minerU Markdown after llm-for-zotero plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 May 2026Last commit or release on 21 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.1.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translator for ZoteroKumiko-kmk/Translator-for-Zotero

Translator for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Bing, Tencent Transmart and CNKI providers need no key. Needs a key (Alibaba Qwen (DashScope), DeepSeek and Google Gemini): Qwen, DeepSeek and Gemini providers need an API key.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI CompanionDennis-Huangm/zotero-ai-companion

AI reading companion for Zotero with chat, translation, notes, tools, and conversation history.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and Anthropic). What needs it: The model service (OpenAI, Anthropic or compatible) needs the user's own API key in a model preset.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 29 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 29 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Literature ReviewTulingli/zotero-literature-review

Zotero 7 plugin for generating literature reviews using LLM

Slowing downNo commit or release since 5 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
论文翻译 (Paper Translator)lubinxtu/zotero-paper-translator

A Zotero 7 plugin that translates academic English PDFs into Chinese with formula-preserving, structured translation. Built on the paper-translator workflow.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: API key for the LLM service used to translate.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 11 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.8 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translate for Zotero++Golden-Pigeon/zotero-pdf-translate-plus-plus

Independently maintained Translate for Zotero with reader popup math rendering, based on windingwind/zotero-pdf-translate.

API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (DeepL, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, Microsoft Translator and Baidu Translate): AI and commercial services such as DeepL, OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Azure, Baidu.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 8 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 8 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.4.10 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zotero-TOCLiotou/zotero-TOC

Génère le sommaire manquant des PDF et l'inscrit dans le fichier, pour rendre utilisable le volet « Sommaire » du lecteur Zotero.

API key optionalWorks without one: Typographic detection of the table of contents, and Ollama/local model (no key). Needs a key (Mistral): Only the optional Mistral (or OpenAI-compatible) model provider needs an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 7 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LexiFlow 词典翻译edwardlewis35/zotero-translate

Zotero9 translator plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Local MDX/MDD dictionary lookup. Needs a key (OpenAI): Sentence/paragraph translation through the default OpenAI endpoint needs an API key; word lookup in local MDX dictionaries does not.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 28 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.3.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoteroChatTianSuya/ZoteroChat

Zotero reader sidebar chat that freezes the open PDF as a stable prompt prefix.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: API key for the chat model endpoint (DeepSeek by default).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.9 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 22 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.12 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AIAgentFKkzz/AIAgent

Zotero plugin for AI summary and keyword generation

Slowing downNo commit or release since 27 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Reference for ZoteroWoif-sha/reference-for-zotro

Reference management tooling for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Reference lists and citing papers via anonymous OpenAlex and Semantic Scholar. Needs a key (OpenAI Codex sign-in, OpenAI-compatible provider and OpenAlex): AI recommendations need Codex sign-in or an OpenAI-compatible API key; an OpenAlex key is optional.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identity, and 2 more findingsv2.0.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Reta AI ChatReborker/reta-ai-chat

一个用于zotero侧边栏AI对话的插件

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and OpenAI-compatible service). What needs it: an API key for an OpenAI-compatible chat service (default DeepSeek).
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
UFC-ABNTsaviotp/ufc-zotero-plugin

Um plugin desenvolvido para a Universidade Federal do Ceará, e suportado pela Biblioteca Universitária. Desenvolvido por Sávio Teixeira Pacheco com suporte de Inteligência Artificial Claude Sonnet 4.6 e Claude Opus 4.6.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 17 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
BibFixalh63/zotero-bibfix

Zotero 8 plugin for bibliographic metadata optimization (K10plus, DNB, CrossRef, Claude AI)

Slowing downNo commit or release since 25 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: K10plus, DNB and CrossRef metadata searches (enabled by default, no key). Needs a key (Anthropic): Claude AI features (short title generation and Claude-based optimization) need an Anthropic API key.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
–Not graded yetAtlas grade –: We couldn't check it yet.because we couldn't analyse its code yetv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Bilingual OutlinelllaterOn/zotero-bilingual-outline

Zotero PDF 目录中英文对照翻译，支持修订与多机笔记同步。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API key needed for translating PDF outlines.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
GPT 文献总结助手Wilhenry777/zotero-gpt-literature-summary

Personal-workflow Zotero 9 plugin that attaches the current PDF to ChatGPT for structured biomedical literature summaries.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (ChatGPT). What needs it: A ChatGPT account signed in within Chrome (no OpenAI API key needed).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 28 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.2.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Linkspuzan/zotero-links

Copy zotero:// links for collections via right-click menu

API key optionalWorks without one: Copying zotero:// links for collections via the right-click menu. Needs a key (Anthropic): The automatic collection-assignment feature, which calls Anthropic's Claude and needs the user's own Claude API key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI SummaryProgrammerAyaka/zotero_paper_summary

Streamline your research workflow with automated paper summaries directly within Zotero.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 5 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and Google Gemini). What needs it: DeepSeek or Gemini API key for the summaries.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).8 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.2.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
AskGPT - Zotero AI 阅读助手Marco0431/askgpt-zotero

AskGPT - Zotero AI 文献阅读助手：选中文献文字 Ctrl+K 唤起 AI 问答，支持全文上下文缓存、联网搜索、内嵌浮动面板

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and SiliconFlow). What needs it: the AI question answering (default DeepSeek, or any OpenAI-compatible API) needs an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.2.10 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperBridgemyheart521/cli2openai

Local Claude Code/Codex CLI bridge for quality-gated bilingual academic PDF translation and Zotero PaperBridge.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic (Claude Code) and OpenAI (Codex CLI)). What needs it: A sign-in to the Claude Code or Codex CLI it drives (no separate API key).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 23 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.3.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
OpenClaw for Zoterofanqing203/openclaw-for-zotero

AI-powered chat assistant for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenClaw Gateway). What needs it: the OpenClaw Gateway API key; chat shows an error until it is entered.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 18 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper Talk for Zoterokromiii/paper-talk-zotero

A Zetero extension plugin that uses the Gemini Live API to allow voice conversations about the content of research papers.

ArchivedThe developer has archived the repository: it won't get updates or fixes.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Gemini API key for the voice chat.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperRouterKESHEN-ZHOU/PaperRouter

A Zotero plugin that suggests which collections a paper belongs to via LLM zero-shot or embedding similarity.

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-Agentibility BridgeLnearfar/zotero-agentibility

Local-first Zotero tools for AI agents: semantic paper search, grounded citations, and safe reviewed Markdown full-text workflows.

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 9 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.6.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero GPT Binderhdusiaocbawa/zotero-gpt-binder-update-channel

Safe local bridge for engineering evidence Markdown and attachments

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.4.6 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Hermes Agent for Zoterotechne-tools/zotero-hermes

An experimental Zotero plugin to leverage Hermes Agent

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.3.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Paper CopilotShiWenber/zotero-paper-copilot

The concept for this Zotero paper copilot plugin was conceived by incorporating insights from tools like "Doubao PDF Read" and "Moonlight | AI Colleague for Research Papers".

Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 7 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero PDF to MarkdownFukangZ/zotero-pdf-to-markdown

Generate Markdown attachments from Zotero PDF attachments

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Zhiyi PDF, MinerU and GLM-OCR (Zhipu)). What needs it: The chosen PDF parsing service (Zhiyi PDF by default, or MinerU / GLM-OCR) needs its own key or token.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 12 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: www.zhiyipdf.com, and 2 more findingsv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Reading Tracker V1.2scaddleloong/Zotero_Reading_Record-per-year

Track daily reading duration in Zotero with multi-year statistics.

API key optionalWorks without one: reading time tracking, heatmap, daily log and trend chart. Needs a key (OpenAI-compatible provider (e.g. DeepSeek, OpenAI)): the AI article analysis/summary feature needs the user's own OpenAI-compatible API endpoint, key and model.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).7 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 5 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.2 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Scholar Companiondsmoz/scholar-companion

Scholar Companion — Zotero plugin distribution (built artifact + auto-update manifest). Source lives in the private monorepo.

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 6 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a server we couldn't identify: mcp-scholar.dsmozconsultancy.comv0.2.28 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Agent CopilotKinomotoMio/zotero-agent-copilot

让 Agent 住进你的 Zotero

API key optionalWorks without one: workspaces and launching Claude Code or Codex from your own installed CLI. Needs a key (MinerU): MinerU token for PDF-to-Markdown conversion.
Zotero 8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 31 Mar 2026Last commit or release on 31 Mar 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero-Agent-MCPJingYangYuan/zotero-agent-mcp

Let local AI agents (ZCode/Claude/Cursor) read and file into your Zotero library: token-protected HTTP API + zero-dependency MCP bridge

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 16 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI SiderChenglinbo/zotero-AI-sider

zotero插件，方便ai辅助阅读

Slowing downNo commit or release since 9 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
MineruDS TranslatorFuturesxy/Zotero-MinerU-Translator

Zotero Translator plugin using MinerU api

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU, DeepSeek and OpenAI). What needs it: MinerU API token (PDF parsing) and an LLM API key for translation.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 12 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper AI Colleaguemqjinwon/zotero-paper-ai

Zotero AI colleague: translate, explain, chat, figure vision, paper RAG

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (xAI (Grok) and OpenAI (Codex)). What needs it: Sign-in to Grok or Codex via CLI (grok login / codex login) or a Grok API key; default provider is Grok.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 10 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identity, and 3 more findingsv0.1.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translate for Zotero Customwqe134/zotero-pdf-translate-custom

Custom fork of Translate for Zotero with local enhancements

API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (DeepL, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, Microsoft Translator and Baidu Translate): AI and commercial services such as DeepL, OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Azure, Baidu.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 May 2026Last commit or release on 21 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.4.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translate for Zoteronian1147/zotero-pdf-translate-medical

Zotero 医学文献翻译插件，内置 DeepSeek API + 3000+ 条医学术语词库

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, DeepL, Anthropic and Google Gemini): AI and commercial services such as the built-in DeepSeek option, OpenAI, DeepL, Gemini, Claude.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.5.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero 研究工作台Alice1323/zotero-research-workbench

Chinese Zotero 8/9 research workflow plugin for literature discovery, LLM-assisted notes, and explicit write queues.

Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 6 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZoteroMindMapHDChen27/ZoteroMindMap

在Zotero中生成文献的思维导图

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU and DeepSeek (or another OpenAI-compatible provider)). What needs it: needs a MinerU API key for PDF parsing and an LLM API key to generate the mind map.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).6 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 18 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.12 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AItero Assistantwgcyeo/AItero

A local, read-only AI assistant for Zotero PDFs

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI ChatGPT (via Codex CLI)). What needs it: a ChatGPT sign-in through the Codex CLI.
Zotero 10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 10, 11 beta.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero MCP PluginMax101Johnston/EmbeddingZotero

Zotero MCP Plugin

API key optionalWorks without one: The built-in MCP server, and embeddings through local Ollama. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Alibaba DashScope, Zhipu, OpenRouter, SiliconFlow and Voyage AI): semantic search embeddings via cloud providers (OpenAI, Google, etc.); the MCP server needs none.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv1.6.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
paperpilotzjysnow/paperpilot

PaperPilot for Zotero 8

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.API key optionalWorks without one: Local OpenAI-Compatible provider (Ollama) needs no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, MinerU and Semantic Scholar): Cloud model providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini and others); MinerU and Semantic Scholar keys for extra features.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 31 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 31 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it runs commands its AI assistant writes, with full access to your computerv1.0.4 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Research Helpersuppakoko/research_helper

zotero plugin for research

Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.0.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI ClassifierKeqiYe/Zotero-AI-Classifier

使用 LLM API 对 Zotero 文献进行智能分类

Slowing downNo commit or release since 12 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (SiliconFlow and OpenAI). What needs it: The LLM service (default SiliconFlow; OpenAI etc.) needs the user's own API key.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Auto CCF Tag PluginToby-Shi-cloud/Zotero-Auto-CCF-Tag-Plugin

Zotero Auto CCF Tag Plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Automatic CCF tagging from the bundled CCF list (AI is off by default). Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Gemini): The AI check (suggesting missing fields and tags) needs a key for an AI provider such as OpenAI, Anthropic or Gemini.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.3.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Citation Radarshuyao998/zotero-citation-radar

给每篇文献一次"雷达扫描"——基于引文图谱给出"江湖地位"评估，并用 LLM 核查引文是否真的支持其论点

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAlex, DeepSeek and Semantic Scholar). What needs it: OpenAlex key and a DeepSeek LLM key are both required.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 30 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Codex Chatjiang-111/zotero-codex-chat

Prevent Zotero freezes by requiring confirmation before MCP calls.

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 May 2026Last commit or release on 27 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it writes to Zotero's database directlyv0.1.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero PaperLensyrhoo/zotero-paperlens

Fast scientific translation plugin for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, DeepSeek, Qwen, OpenRouter and SiliconFlow). What needs it: translation, which goes through an OpenAI-compatible provider you set up with your own key.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.6.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Style CustomJAEYOONSUNG/zotero-plugins

ZotPoP (Publish or Perish-style search and import) and Style Custom (research workbench) for Zotero 7/8/9

API key optionalWorks without one: ZotPoP search/import and Style Custom panel, columns and metrics work without any key. Needs a key (OpenAlex, easyScholar, USPTO and An OpenAI-compatible AI endpoint): OpenAlex key (higher allowance), AI endpoint key (translation, summaries, paper comparison in Style Custom), easyScholar key and USPTO key (extra journal grades, patents).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 22 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates itself outside Zotero's updaterv0.52.0 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
RefSense - AI Metadata Extractorubvu/zotero-refsense

Extract bibliographic metadata from PDF files using AI (OpenAI or Ollama) (Build: 20251009.1423)

Slowing downNo commit or release since 9 Oct 2025: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama models, no key. Needs a key (OpenAI): OpenAI backend (the default) needs your own OpenAI API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.Fork of jikhanjung/zotero-refsenseA copy of another listed plugin, changed by someone else.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv1.0.0.10091423 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Super Searchreycn/zotero-super-search

Semantic full-text search for Zotero, using ultra-fast AI techniques.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 5 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it runs a local server that any web page you visit can talk to, and 1 more findingv0.8.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotWanglelehcf0526/ZotWanglele

Zotero 10 AI 全能插件 By Wanglele

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.5 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it installs and runs npm or PyPI packages without a fixed versionv0.1.8 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ChatPapersyehongyu1234/chatpapers

An AI paper reading and summarization plugin for Zotero 9+: chat with PDFs, generate summaries, compare multiple papers, listen to AI voice lectures, and save results as Zotero notes—all inside Zotero.

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama or LM Studio running locally. Needs a key (OpenRouter, OpenAI, DeepSeek and SiliconFlow): Cloud providers (OpenRouter, OpenAI, DeepSeek, SiliconFlow) and cloud TTS need a key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 1 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 3 more findingsv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Intheszxyl1003/Inthes

Inthes: source-grounded paper reading and library analysis for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (ChatGPT account, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, Qwen, Kimi, GLM and MiniMax). What needs it: the AI model connection (a ChatGPT/Antigravity account sign-in or an API key for DeepSeek, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, etc.); MinerU PDF parsing is an extra.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.10.49 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
轻译 · Qingyi 连接器ruali-dev/qingyi-translator

A lightweight right-click LLM translator for Zotero papers on Windows.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 6 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 6 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it hands your data to a program on this computer; we can't check where it goes from therev0.2.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
zotero-ai-butlersteven-jianhao-li/zotero-AI-Butler-Fang

方班论文阅读神器

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama on the user's own computer needs no key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic, OpenRouter and MinerU): Cloud providers (OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, OpenRouter, Volcano Ark, etc.) and MinerU PDF parsing need the user's own key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 3 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv4.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Bilingual Reader / 双语阅读Chan-Developer/zotero-bilingual-reader

Translate current PDF pages or selected text between English and Chinese and save bilingual Zotero notes.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek and MiniMax). What needs it: API key for the default DeepSeek endpoint (or MiniMax); some local services need none.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 13 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.7.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Bilingual TranslatorHlx0509/zotero-bilingual-translator

Preserve original pages and reflow Chinese translations with source images, formulas, and tables.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API key for translation.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 16 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Sci-Hub UA FixTheGadflyAndMontalleni/Zotero_download_from_scihub

a fixed plugin for zotero 9

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Citation Graphsitukangsayur/zotero-graphanalysis-plugin

Analyse the citation network of a collection -- clusters, central works, main path and shared references you don't have yet -- from OpenAlex data, with an interactive report. No AI involved.

API key optionalWorks without one: Everything works with OpenAlex keyless; no account needed. Needs a key (OpenAlex): An optional OpenAlex API key (for higher rate allowance).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Harvesterjain-arham-hsr/zotero-harvester

Harvest highlights, figures and citations into a structured markdown bundle, and send it to any chat composer.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 25 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv3.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero InfinityRaythere/Zotero-Infinity

Zotero Infinity - Local AI assistant for Zotero (Ollama)

Slowing downNo commit or release since 18 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv3.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Library Bridgeliongkj/zotero-library-bridge-skills

Local-only Zotero bridge addon with companion Claude skills

ArchivedThe developer has archived the repository: it won't get updates or fixes.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come fromv0.3.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero LLM Summarizeryellow-queer/zotero-LLM_summerize

用于在zotero中自动总结文献并定义模板。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.6 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-localchatSeehowLi/Zotero-localchat

Zotero sidebar chat through an existing local ChatGPT desktop session, with streaming replies and paper conversations

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (ChatGPT). What needs it: A ChatGPT account signed in to the ChatGPT desktop app (no API key needed).
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it uses the network; we couldn't tell where, and 1 more findingv0.4.13 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero NotebookLMiuliaturc/zotero-notebooklm

Sync your reading lists between Zotero and NotebookLM

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google NotebookLM and Google Cloud). What needs it: A Google account for NotebookLM (Free/Pro via Chrome bridge) or Google Cloud project ID, client ID and client secret (Enterprise).
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 27 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Paper ChatWeekendP/zotero-paper-chat

AI-powered conversational paper analysis using Gemini

Slowing downNo commit or release since 12 Jan 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Google Gemini API key (free from Google AI Studio).
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
PDF Auto Bookmarksyanyucai/zotero-pdf-auto-bookmarks

Automatically generate bookmarks for PDF files in the Zotero library based on their content.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: bookmark generation with the built-in local algorithm (no AI, no outside service). Needs a key: the optional AI refinement, when it uses a hosted OpenAI-compatible service.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 30 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it uses the network; we couldn't tell wherev0.2.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Parent Item GeneratorBenature/zotero-plugin-generate-parent-item-by-ai

AI-assisted parent-item generation for standalone Zotero attachments.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Google Gemini and Anthropic). What needs it: an API key for the AI provider (default is OpenAI).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 12 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
RemindMeBeichenZhao/zotero-remind-me

Hover over an item in Zotero to preview a one-sentence summary of the paper

API key optionalWorks without one: Writing the notes yourself, or AI through a local Ollama model. Needs a key (Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Moonshot (Kimi) and Qwen): AI drafting with Claude, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Kimi or Qwen needs your own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 2 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ResearchHubWCG0726/zotero-researchhub

Zotero 7 科研效率插件 — 打卡、番茄钟、AI 写作润色、翻译、邮件模板、LaTeX 片段等

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 May 2026Last commit or release on 13 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
RVK ClassifierNbtKmy/zotero-rvk-classifier

Predict RVK classification notations for books using an LLM

API key optionalWorks without one: A local Ollama endpoint, which is the default. Needs a key (OpenAI and OpenRouter): Cloud LLM services such as OpenAI or OpenRouter.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 10 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv2.0.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Scholar AssistantSaxena224pawan/zotero-scholar-assistant

Zotero Scholar Assistant is a Zotero 10 add-on that uses Ollama or Google Gemini to generate AI highlights, structured summaries, and quizzes from attached research-paper PDFs. It also supports CSV imports and provides a live processing dashboard.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama, which is the default provider. Needs a key (Google AI Studio): Google Gemini provider (Google AI Studio API key).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 31 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 31 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.3.8 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI AssistantRJ0508/ZoteroAssistant

AI-powered reading assistant for academic papers using GitHub Copilot

Slowing downNo commit or release since 19 Jan 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Local models via Ollama or LM Studio need no key. Needs a key (GitHub Copilot): GitHub Copilot sign-in (subscription) for the Copilot provider, which is the default provider.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).4 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identityv1.0.4 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Arch Note Zotero DeepSeekfanyc22/arch-note

Automatically generate architecture-paper reading guide notes in Zotero using the DeepSeek API.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: A DeepSeek API key to generate the notes.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 2 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 2 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.1.8 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Mktero CommunityQingMu-Aoki/mktero-community-3.16

Read Zotero PDFs as Markdown, convert selected attachments in batches, and keep results as Zotero snapshots.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (MinerU (mineru.net) and Mistral). What needs it: MinerU API token (or Mistral key) for PDF conversion.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 13 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.3.16 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Readwise Syncseanlawsonphd/readwise2zotero

A plugin for Zotero that syncs Readwise highlights into a collection in your library.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Readwise). What needs it: Readwise access token, needed for the main sync; AI enrichment keys are optional extras.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 3 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.8.4 · live test: did something unexpectedWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero 学术论文翻译huqilin0504/zotero-academic-translator

Zotero 7 academic paper translation and AI reading assistant plugin

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama or local agy CLI engines need no key. Needs a key (DeepSeek and Google Gemini): DeepSeek and Gemini engines (the default is DeepSeek) need the user's own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.0.51 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Author Profilessiyuanj/zotero-author-profiles

Standalone Zotero plugin for corresponding-author profiles

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (AIdea/GMN-compatible API provider). What needs it: generating the profiles: it reads the API URL, key and model from the AIdea plugin's settings.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 May 2026Last commit or release on 27 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero-C1LIFETerryWen2023/Zotero-C1LIFE

用浏览器翻译避免API费用

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 May 2026Last commit or release on 11 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv3.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Chatloveychen/zotero-chat

AI Reading Assistant for Zotero with ReAct Agent

Slowing downNo commit or release since 15 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: AI chat; the code refuses to create the agent without an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.1 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
magic-digestAudanstu/zotero-magic-digest-papers

AI-powered academic paper reading assistant for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek, Volcano Engine Ark and Alibaba DashScope (Qwen)). What needs it: An API key for at least one AI service (DeepSeek, Volcano Engine Ark or Qwen DashScope) to run the analysis.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 May 2026Last commit or release on 24 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translate for Zoterohelingfeng-hub/zotero-pdf-translate-thinking-level

Unofficial build of Translate for Zotero 2.4.7 with PR #1467 (thinking level) - DeepSeek Flash / GLM / Kimi

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, Google Gemini and DeepL): AI services such as DeepSeek, GLM, Kimi, OpenAI, Gemini and commercial translators.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv2.4.7.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Podcastdanieleongari/zotero-podcast

Turn your documents into a podcast, inside Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: OpenAI API key, needed for all podcast generation.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 22 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Copilotxiaogou1234/ZoteroCopilot

Your AI copilot for managing the Zotero library😍💕

Slowing downNo commit or release since 24 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.3.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
ZotPDF2mdmartindisley/ZotPDF2md

A Zotero 7 plugin that extracts PDF text and exports it as a markdown file

Slowing downNo commit or release since 18 Feb 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Mistral). What needs it: Mistral API key for OCR.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).3 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
CARS Matrix EngineEureka39/CARS-Zotero-Plugin

CARS AI Assistant & Matrix Engine for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Google AI Studio). What needs it: AI parsing of PDFs (Google AI Studio key for Gemini, or an Anthropic-compatible endpoint URL and key).
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
DeepReadXiangweiW/deepread

AI reading assistant for Zotero — chat with papers, ask about selections, RAG over collections

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Anthropic and Google AI Studio (Gemini)). What needs it: Anthropic Claude or Google Gemini API key for chat and RAG.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 May 2026Last commit or release on 13 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Evidence Guidemspet1995/EvidenceGuide

Evidence Guide is an interactive evidence grading tool for Zotero, with short questions, explanatory help, and a live score gauge. Version 1.1.0 is an independent implementation of Chris Aiken, MD’s Grading Evidence method.

No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Formula ForgeCedar-wood/formula-forge

Formula Forge: local figure, table, and formula extraction and review for Zotero 10

API key optionalWorks without one: figure, table and formula extraction runs locally with the bundled model. Needs a key (OpenAI-compatible provider and Anthropic): only the optional formula LaTeX recognition (OCR) needs your own provider API key.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 31 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 31 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0-beta.12 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LLM Paper Assistantphs008/LLM_PapaerAssistance_for_zotero8

Analyze Zotero papers and chat about them with OpenAI or Ollama.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 18 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama on the user's own computer, which is the default provider. Needs a key (OpenAI): the OpenAI provider needs an OpenAI API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.3 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
lpcteam-translateliupcmail/lpcteam-translate

Zotero的极简翻译插件

API key optionalWorks without one: Built-in Bing and Google translation engines. Needs a key (DeepSeek, Zhipu and Moonshot (Kimi)): The LLM endpoints (DeepSeek, Zhipu GLM, Kimi, or your own) need an API key.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 12 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 12 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Notebook Zotero BacklinkWang-Wen-Hui/notebook-zotero-backlink

Local bridge between Gemini Notebook and Zotero

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 20 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.2.7 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperMind Connectorlvyrana/papermind-zotero

Zotero connector for PaperMind structured paper reading

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 1 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 1 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it contacts a developer's server: papermindapp.comv0.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
super-scholarKohirus/super-scholar

A Zotero plugin for integration with Obsidian and Agents.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local MinerU mode (the default). Needs a key (MinerU (mineru.net)): The online MinerU mode needs a MinerU cloud API key.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 22 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 22 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
TeXGlot for ZoteroMengqi-Lei/texglot

Translate arXiv papers and LaTeX projects with your own LLM API, preserving equations, citations, and document structure. Generate translated PDFs and editable source through a local app or batch CLI.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it hands your documents to TeXGlot; we can't check where they go from therev1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
TransLookEiskola/translook

A Zotero translation plugin.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: A local Ollama model (no key), or the opt-in free Youdao and Google channels. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI and Baidu Translate): Cloud LLM services (DeepSeek default, OpenAI, etc.) need an API key; Baidu Translate needs AppID and secret.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 13 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv1.7.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
your_zoterosleep-nobad/your_zotero

A paper-grounded AI reading companion for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 19 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.8.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotChatarjansiddhpura/ZotChat

Select a passage in the reader, get an explanation in a continuing chat.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: The chat panel needs the user's own API key for the configured endpoint (DeepSeek by default).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 3 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.6.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI PDF Assistantnorthws/zotero-ai-pdf-assistant

Zotero plugin for AI chat and translation on PDF selections via OpenAI-compatible APIs

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama (Local) provider needs no key. Needs a key (OpenAI): the OpenAI (cloud) provider, which is the default.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 13 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv2.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AI ReaderMagicDakeAI/zotero-ai-reader

Zotero 10 的纯插件式 AI 论文翻译工具

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama on the user's own computer, which needs no key. Needs a key (DeepSeek, OpenAI, OpenRouter and SiliconFlow): Cloud services (DeepSeek, OpenAI, OpenRouter, SiliconFlow) need the user's own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.6.6 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Full Translatexhy200606/Zotero-full-translate

Full-text PDF translation and bilingual reading plugin for Zotero.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 3 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv0.4.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Inbox Organizersolitern/zotero-inbox-organizer

AI-assisted, preview-first organizer for the 00-Inbox collection.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI or any OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: The AI classification; the default endpoint is OpenAI and the key is empty by default.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 24 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.2.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Literature FlowPracticeEarnestly/zotero-literature-flow

Minimal L1/L2/L3 AI literature workflow plugin for Zotero.

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 28 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 28 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.2.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero LLM Analysissitukangsayur/zotero-llm-analysis-plugin

Ask a language model about a collection -- summaries, themes, research gaps, reading order, a literature review draft -- with citations checked against your items. Google Gemini, OpenAI-compatible APIs or a local Ollama.

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LLM Selection Translate for ZoteroJasperYep/zotero-llm-selection-translate

Translate selected text in the Zotero reader via a custom OpenAI-compatible LLM API.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI-compatible LLM provider). What needs it: Translation through the user's OpenAI-compatible endpoint; the code refuses to run without a token.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 3 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.5.4 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero MCP Plusasuka123456789/zotero-mcp-plus

Zotero MCP Plus：原生 PDF 识别、持久任务队列、安全重复项治理与文库健康检查。基于 cookjohn/zotero-mcp，MIT。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: The MCP server and its tools (PDF recognition, tasks, duplicates, health check) using a locally generated bearer token. Needs a key (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Alibaba DashScope, Zhipu, SiliconFlow, Voyage AI and OpenRouter): Semantic indexing (off by default) with a hosted embedding provider needs the user's own embedding API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 18 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 18 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ZotSkimyanfeifan723/zotero-zotskim

AI 通读文献全文生成 Skim 笔记并自动分类的 Zotero 插件（多平台 LLM：OpenAI/Anthropic/Google）

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.2 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 7 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.4.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Immersive Translate 沉浸式翻译CYandYue/BabelDOC_Zotero_Translate

Zotero BabelDOC plugin, for Immersive Translate Pro members.

Slowing downNo commit or release since 5 Jan 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (Immersive Translate, OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: Immersive Translate Pro auth key (default setup), or your own OpenAI/DeepSeek API key for the local BabelDOC mode.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it sends usage data to analytics.immersivetranslate.cn, analytics.immersivetranslate.com and www.google-analytics.com, and 3 more findingsv0.0.18 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Good Note for Zotero v0.9.3HBPEKING-TKS/Good-note-for-zotero

A Markdown note and literature summary workspace for Zotero 9

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 9 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 9 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv0.9.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
llm-for-zoteroivorpad/llm-for-zotero

An open-source research agent system for your Zotero library.

API key optionalWorks without one: local OpenAI-compatible models, WebChat (ChatGPT web sync) and Codex App Server, which use no provider API key. Needs a key (OpenAI, Anthropic and DeepSeek): standard API providers need your own API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 16 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 16 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
CNot recommendedAtlas grade C: We found serious problems.because it runs commands its AI assistant writes, with full access to your computerv3.9.7.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Reader AIcxing-fdu/reader-ai

A Zotero reader sidebar AI assistant for paper reading.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and any OpenAI-compatible provider). What needs it: AI chat: the default OpenAI-compatible service needs your own API key.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 5 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ReadMateRebelPotato/readmate

zotero plugin: read a paper with a coding agent (like pi)

Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 23 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 1 more findingv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
z-searchLiozhang/z-search

学术搜索 · 网络搜索 · 仓库搜索 · 向量搜索 — 一站式 Zotero 搜索插件

API key optionalWorks without one: Academic search, DuckDuckGo web search, Google free translate endpoint, local embeddings. Needs a key (Brave Search, Tavily, Exa, Semantic Scholar, DeepL and OpenAI): Extra web-search providers (Brave, Tavily, Exa, etc.), some scholarly APIs, paid translation engines, and cloud AI providers.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 25 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it signs in using another app's identity, and 3 more findingsv1.0.2 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
AI Reader for Zoteromondyue1001-alt/zotero-ai-reader

Read papers inside Zotero with an AI assistant: hover-preview highlights on the PDF, figure-by-figure explanations, structured summary and grounded Q&A - in the language you read in. Use your own API key.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, DeepSeek and Anthropic). What needs it: Every analysis calls OpenAI, DeepSeek, Anthropic or a custom OpenAI-compatible endpoint, using the user's own key.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 10 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 10 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.7.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero ChatGPT Sidebarmohui666/zotero-chatgpt-sidebar

Zotero 阅读界面中的 ChatGPT 网页侧栏：选文解释、PDF 全文提问，可选 Chrome 本机登录连接，无需 API key。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 21 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.1.4 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
杨梅助手geshuangyang/zotero-hermes-ai-plugin

杨梅助手 — Zotero 7 + Hermes AI chat plugin (macOS)

Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 23 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv0.2.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Paper AssistantAstralScarsMoonshadow/zotero-paper-mind

AI paper reading assistant for Zotero

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: the paper analysis (key for an OpenAI-compatible endpoint, DeepSeek by default).
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 25 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 25 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Translate for Zoteroreginalluna/zotero-pdf-translate

Translate PDF, EPub, webpage, metadata, annotations, notes to the target language. Support 20+ translate services.

API key optionalWorks without one: Google (googleapi) or CNKI, chosen as the default service. Needs a key (DeepL, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, Microsoft Translator and Baidu Translate): AI and commercial services such as DeepL, OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Azure, Baidu.
Zotero 8–10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–10.1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 21 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 21 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 2 more findingsv1.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero RAGHudderMr/Zotero-RAG

An AI powered RAG system in Zoteto

API key optionalWorks without one: Ollama or LM Studio running locally (Ollama is the default provider). Needs a key (OpenAI): OpenAI provider (openaiApiKey).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 13 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv1.0.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Research Bridgez-jjj-y/zotero-research-bridge

Local-first, authenticated MCP bridge and research workflow for safe Zotero automation

API key optionalWorks without one: The local MCP bridge to Zotero (uses an auto-generated local token) and Ollama embeddings. Needs a key (OpenAI, SiliconFlow, Voyage AI, Google Gemini and OpenRouter): Embedding providers other than Ollama (OpenAI, SiliconFlow, Voyage, etc.) need an API key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 17 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Topic Explorerasuka123456789/zotero-topic-explorer

Zotero 9 选题探索插件：有证据、有分歧、有资源约束的多 Agent 选题工作台 / Evidence-grounded multi-agent topic exploration for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI-compatible service of the user's choice). What needs it: API key for the user's own OpenAI-compatible model service; no default provider is configured.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).1 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 20 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 20 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it uses the network; we couldn't tell where, and 2 more findingsv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
FireFly-Agent-ZoteroFireFly-LYF/FireFly-Agent-Zotero

FireFly Agent for Zotero

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI-compatible LLM provider). What needs it: the backend agent's LLM provider needs an API key configured during install.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 30 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it hands your documents to a program on this computer; we can't check where they go from there, and 2 more findingsv3.7.30 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
kernJaaaahan/kernai

kern - Intelligent Research Assistant for Zotero

Slowing downNo commit or release since 26 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, DeepSeek and OpenRouter). What needs it: An AI model provider key (default is OpenAI with an empty key); the chat assistant does not work until one is supplied.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 8–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 8–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.5.5 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LuminaFlemington8/Lumina

AI Paper Assistant - Chat with your papers using LLMs

API key optionalWorks without one: Local Ollama or vLLM servers need no key. Needs a key (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, Zhipu and OpenRouter): Cloud providers (Claude, OpenAI, Gemini, DeepSeek, GLM, Qwen, Mistral, Grok, OpenRouter) need their own key; the default provider is Claude.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 3 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Paper Assistant Next · 精读工作台lidayunzhongjun-cell/paper-assistant-next

Zotero 9 AI 论文精读助手：全文导读、选段翻译与解释、多轮追问、术语解析和本地阅读记录。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: an API key for the default DeepSeek endpoint (or another OpenAI-compatible provider); a keyless local endpoint is also possible.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 19 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 19 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv2.3.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
PaperPulse Zotero Analyzernoaul/PaperPulse

Smart journal paper tracker with RSS subscriptions, AI literature analysis, email digests, WebDAV backups, and Zotero integration.

Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Jul 2026Last commit or release on 11 Jul 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.3 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
缙云文采 Sovenasfk8815-create/sovena

Zotero → Markdown 语义文献包 → 向量检索 · 本地文献流系统 · MCP 服务

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.API key optionalWorks without one: Local embedding and OCR models, and Zotero's local API. Needs a key (Bailian and OpenRouter): Only remote commercial embedding platforms (e.g. Bailian, OpenRouter) would need a key.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 27 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · didn't load in our live testWe installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Z-O-BridgeSJTUHDT/Z-O-Bridge

Zotero Obsidian AI

Nothing to installWe couldn't find a release file that current Zotero can install.Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.API key optionalWorks without one: Sending Zotero items and PDFs to Obsidian and generating Markdown cards, using Obsidian's local receiver. Needs a key (a third-party OpenAI-compatible API service): The 'AI import to Obsidian' feature needs an AI address, model and key for a third-party OpenAI-compatible service.
No Zotero versionWe don't know a Zotero version it works with.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 4 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 4 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.1.2 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero AIVerandathu/Zotero-AI

AI assistant for Zotero: context-aware chat, full-text analysis, cross-document research, and quick actions

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI). What needs it: an API key for the OpenAI-compatible chat service (default OpenAI).Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 3 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv1.0.0-beta.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Assistantxjf17/zotero-ai-extension

Read papers, find citation candidates, and answer note questions with OpenAI-compatible models.

Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenRouter and OpenAI). What needs it: Every feature needs the user's own key (OpenRouter by default, or another OpenAI-compatible service).
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.36 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI HubArc816/Zotero-AI-Hub

多厂商 AI 增强插件：文献摘要、智能批注、问答对话、翻译/思维导图/综述，并内嵌 MCP 服务桥接外部 AI 客户端。

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 13 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 13 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because any website you visit can make it act through its local server: it doesn't check where requests come fromv1.4.5 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero AI Replyeginez/zotero-ai-reply

Answer commented Zotero PDF annotations using an OpenAI-compatible endpoint.

API key optionalWorks without one: A local OpenAI-compatible endpoint such as LiteLLM or vLLM, where the API key is optional. Needs a key: Only if the chosen OpenAI-compatible endpoint requires one; the endpoint URL and model must always be set.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 30 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 30 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.1 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Citation Generatorahzs645/zotero-cite-gen

Import AI-generated citations from JSON, verify via DOI, and map reasoning into Zotero notes

Slowing downNo commit or release since 16 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv1.0.5 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
zcli Helper for Zoterojianghao-zhang/zotero-cli

Rust CLI for fast local Zotero search, paper recaps, Markdown/mirror workflows, and optional agent integration.

API key optionalWorks without one: Local-first Zotero reads and the helper plugin with no credentials. Needs a key (Zotero Web API): Optional Zotero Web API key for remote library access.
Zotero 7–9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 23 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 23 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
ARecommendedAtlas grade A: Every check of the code came out low.because every code check came out lowv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Copilotkirinhcl/zotero-copilot

AI-powered research assistant for Zotero, inspired by VS Code Copilot

Slowing downNo commit or release since 4 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI, Anthropic and Google AI Studio). What needs it: its AI chat and smart actions need an API key or a ChatGPT/Claude subscription sign-in for the chosen provider.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 3 more findingsv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero LitSynapsexu281530-rgb/zotero-lit-synapse-gpu

Zotero LitSynapse for Zotero 9.0.x with question-driven LLM Wiki memory, independent evidence-linked knowledge storage, cross-paper link candidates with auditable settlement, hybrid keyword/semantic/Wiki retrieval, cursor pagination, and MCP 2025-06-18 Streamable HTTP

API key optionalWorks without one: the built-in MCP server and keyword search over your library. Needs a key (OpenAI, MinerU, Google Gemini and OpenRouter): cloud embedding providers, cloud MinerU PDF parsing, MCP auth token when remote access is on.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 9, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 11 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 4 more findingsv3.3.0 · tested in Zotero 9.0.6We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 9.0.6 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
LLM Metadata Extractorcharliegarfield/Zotero-LLM-Extraction

Use AI to extract and fill citation metadata from PDFs

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 5 Apr 2026Last commit or release on 5 Apr 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could controlv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Wiki Generatorlichong0429/Zotero-LLM-Wiki-Obsidian

利用大模型将Zotero里面的文献直接整理成LLM-Wiki知识库，放在Obsidian库里面

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 7 May 2026Last commit or release on 7 May 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 2 more findingsv1.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
ParaTranslateYogurtToSpring/zotero-pdf-paratranslate

Zotero PDF段落翻译插件，自动识别PDF中的段落，调用Deepseek Api翻译，支持公式渲染、思考开关。A plugin for zotero which can translate a paragraph at a time.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API key is needed for any translation.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 15 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 15 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Hover TranslationTa-Gu/zotero-plugin-hover-translation

Hover-based AI-powered sentence translation for Zotero's PDF reader

Slowing downNo commit or release since 22 Mar 2026: 6 to 18 months ago.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (OpenAI and DeepSeek). What needs it: an API key for the LLM provider (default is OpenAI); a local Ollama endpoint would not need one.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 7–8 · not 10Installs and runs in Zotero 7–8, but not in the current Zotero (10).0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because a zotero:// link (a web page can open one) can make it install add-ons without asking you (from zotero-plugin-toolkit), and 1 more findingv0.1.0 · code checked onlyWe checked its code but haven't run it in a live Zotero yet.
Zotero Superior Intelligenceyunz1110/Zotero-Superior-Intelligence

SI literature reading assistant for Zotero 10 with PDF chat and MinerU extraction

Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 10Installs and runs in Zotero 10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 24 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 24 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv1.0.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Utilslvansnippenburg/zotero-utils

Combined Zotero utilities: annotation translation/export and PDF summarization using Gemini API

API key optionalWorks without one: Export as Markdown, Smart Copy, auto-tagging and annotation color labels. Needs a key (Google AI Studio (Gemini)): Gemini API key needed for Translate and Summarize PDF.
Zotero 7–10, 11 betaInstalls and runs in Zotero 7–10, 11 beta.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 27 Aug 2026Last commit or release on 27 Aug 2026, within the past 6 months.
BUse with careAtlas grade B: Read why before installing.because it launches programs on your computerv1.0.3 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Pronouncetechyangj/Zotero-voice

Pronounce selected text in the Zotero PDF reader with a local OpenAI-compatible TTS endpoint.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.Can use a local modelIt can use a model running on your own computer, such as Ollama, so your text needn't leave it.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 11 Jun 2026Last commit or release on 11 Jun 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.7 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
Zotero Webzhangxincode/zotero_web

Open web pages inside a Zotero sidebar.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.No API key neededNothing in it needs a key you supply.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 3 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 3 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.14 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.
WeChat Article Reference Importer for Zoteronkbaim/zotero-wechat-importer

Extract academic references from WeChat articles, verify them, and import them into Zotero.

Docs in Chinese onlyThe plugin's README and support are in Chinese. Our summary is in English.Needs an API keyNeeds a key you get from the service (DeepSeek). What needs it: DeepSeek API key, needed for the AI step that finds references in the article.
Zotero 9–10Installs and runs in Zotero 9–10.0 downloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.Updated 17 Sep 2026Last commit or release on 17 Sep 2026, within the past 6 months.
A+RecommendedAtlas grade A+: Passed the code checks, and behaved as its card describes installed in a live Zotero.because every code check came out low, and our live test in Zotero found nothing unexpectedv0.1.0 · tested in Zotero 10.0.3We installed this exact release in a fresh Zotero 10.0.3 and recorded what it did, as well as checking its code.

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