

The Miscellaneous section has the option to download the keyword and tags used in databases. You can change this to select the reader that is the default on your computer (select 'Default') or another reader (select 'Custom'). This is a useful feature as it is difficult to search through a list of files called FULL TEXT. For example, if the file downloads with the filename 'FULL TEXT', Zotero will rename it with the Author's name, date and first few words from the title, e.g. Zotero will automatically rename a PDF.Zotero will automatically retrieve metadata (bibliographic information) and rename attachments using the bibliographic information.

Zotero will automatically attach associated PDFs when saving a reference.This is because web pages are regularly updated and this ensures you have evidence of a resource existing on the web at the time you accessed it. If you are using a lot of resources that are from the web, it is advisable to check this box. Zotero will automatically take snapshots when creating items from web pages.

The File Handling option allows you to select the following options: There are three sections to the General preferences in Zotero: File Handling, Miscellaneous and Groups. To save time, it is advisable to set your preferences in Zotero.
