Fast ISBN entries by a handheld Laser Barcode Scanner
I have discovered how to use a handheld laser barcode scanner to enter ISBN numbers (and full citations) quickly and without additional software.
Simply position the cursor in the Add Item(s) by Identifier pull-down box, aim the scanner at the ISBN number and pull the trigger. Within a couple of seconds, Zotero enters the ISBN, looks-up it up online, and enters the full citation.
(I'm using a WoneNice USB Handheld Laser Barcode Scanner purchased for $21 on Amazon. Listed as an Amazon's Choice. Using a PC with Windows 10. Have not checked other configurations.) Would be useful to include this method when Documentation is revised.
LE
Simply position the cursor in the Add Item(s) by Identifier pull-down box, aim the scanner at the ISBN number and pull the trigger. Within a couple of seconds, Zotero enters the ISBN, looks-up it up online, and enters the full citation.
(I'm using a WoneNice USB Handheld Laser Barcode Scanner purchased for $21 on Amazon. Listed as an Amazon's Choice. Using a PC with Windows 10. Have not checked other configurations.) Would be useful to include this method when Documentation is revised.
LE
https://www.zotero.org/blog/
This is very handy, indeed.