Write-N-Cite is available for Windows and Mac users (click here for compatibility).
Windows users have the option to install for a single user or multiple users. For information on installing Write-N-Cite for multiple users, click here.
Installing Write-N-Cite for Windows (Version 2 and III)
To install Write-N-Cite III for a single user for the first time:
Note: Do not install Write-N-Cite with Microsoft Word running.
1. Click on the file called WNCInstall that you have saved to your computer. (click here to download Write-N-Cite)
Note: If you have an older version of Write-N-Cite on your computer, you will be prompted to say “yes” to have that version uninstalled before the new version is installed.
2. Follow the instructions in the set-up wizard and designate a location to save Write-N-Cite (by default, RefWorks will create a new directory which you can use or change)
3. You will be given the option to install for “all users of this computer” or just a specific user. Select the appropriate option.
4. Select Allow Working Offline if you want to be able to take advantage of the offline capabilities (Write-N-Cite for Windows III Only).
5. By default, Write-N-Cite will install a toolbar in Word for easy launching of the software. Deselect this option if you do not want this toolbar.
Note: The toolbar only installs for a single user. If you are using a computer with multiple users, you must go to Programs/RefWorks and select Install Write-N-Cite plug-in for Word to add this toolbar.
6. Follow the remaining instructions to finish installation.
Once you have completed installation, RefWorks gives you three options accessible from Programs/RefWorks :
- Install Write-N-Cite plug-in for Word – allows multiple users of a single computer to add the Write-N-Cite icon to Word.
- WNC Proxy Configuration Utility – allows you to configure Write-N-Cite for off-campus use via a proxy server (click here for details).
- Write-N-Cite – alternate way to start Write-N-Cite
For installation on computers in a networked situation, click here.