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File Utility

by HansJoakimPersson · github.com/HansJoakimPersson/zotero-file-utility

The Zotero File Utility Plugin is a lightweight extension designed to enhance your Zotero experience by offering functionalities that address limitations in the default Zotero 7 behavior.

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Downloads a .xpi file (0.01 MB). In Zotero, open Tools → Plugins and install it from the file.
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Atlas gradeRecommended
because every code check came out low
Applies to v1.0.0, released 28 Aug 2024Code checked · not yet tested in a live Zotero
Doesn't work with the current Zotero (10)Works with Zotero 7.
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Code transparencyReadable code, uploaded by the project's automated GitHub buildThe release file was uploaded by the project's automated GitHub build. We haven't yet rebuilt it from the source to compare.LowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
Updates
Doesn't update automatically: the update address is copied from Zotero's sample plugin
Where your data goesNo web requests foundLowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
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Powerful capabilitiesWorks with files on your computerLowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
Works with files on your computerlowLow concern.
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Works withZotero 7 · not 9, 10, 11 betaDoesn't work with the current Zotero (10)MediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install. One medium finding makes the grade B.
Zotero 7 ✓ worksZotero 9 ✗ doesn't workZotero 10 ✗ doesn't workZotero 11 beta ✗ doesn't work
What you'll needZotero 7Detected automatically from its code
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MaintenanceDormant · last release 28 Aug 20241 contributor
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LanguagesDocumentation in EnglishInterface: English
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What you'll need

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  • Zotero 7Not working with Zotero 10

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Install File Utility
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  1. 1Download the plugin fileDownload v1.0.0.xpi · 0.01 MB
  2. 2In Zotero, open Tools › Plugins
  3. 3Click the gear, choose Install Plugin From File… and pick the file
Step-by-step guide with pictures