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🗂️ articleOrganizer - Easily Group Your Research Exports

📘 Overview

articleOrganizer helps you manage RIS exports from academic databases. This tool organizes your references into grouped Excel files, making your research process smoother and more efficient. It supports various academic sources like IEEE Xplore, PubMed, ScienceDirect, and many more.

🚀 Getting Started

1. System Requirements

To run articleOrganizer, you will need:

• A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux.
• Python 3.6 or higher installed on your system.
• Basic familiarity with command line tools.

2. Installation Instructions

Follow these steps to get started:

1. Visit the Download Page: Go to the link below to download the application: Download articleOrganizer

2. Choose the Latest Release: Look for the latest version. It will usually be at the top of the page.

3. Download the Application: Click on the file that suits your operating system. It might be listed as a .zip or similar file.

4. Extract the Files: Once downloaded, locate the file in your Downloads folder. If it’s a zip file, right-click on it, and select “Extract All.” This will create a new folder containing the necessary files.

5. Open the Command Line: Open the command line interface on your computer.
   • For Windows, search for “Command Prompt” in the Start menu.
   • For macOS, open “Terminal” from Applications > Utilities.
   • For Linux, use your preferred terminal emulator.
6. Navigate to the Folder: Use the cd command to navigate to the folder where you extracted the files. For example:

   cd path/to/your/extracted/folder
   

7. Run the Application: To start the application, enter the following command:

   python main.py
   

3. Using articleOrganizer

1. Import Your RIS Files: Drag and drop your RIS export files into the application window. You can also use the “File” menu to import them.

2. Arrange Your References: Use the tools provided to categorize and group your references as needed. This could include tagging, sorting, and filtering options.

3. Export to Excel: Once you finish organizing your references, you can export them to an Excel file by clicking the “Export” button. Choose your preferred format and save the file.

🛠️ Features

• Easy Import: Quickly import RIS files from common academic databases.
• Custom Grouping: Create custom groups for better organization of your references.
• Excel Export: Seamlessly export your organized references to Excel for further processing.
• Multi-Source Support: Works with multiple academic databases, ensuring versatility in managing your references.

📢 Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while using articleOrganizer, consider the following tips:

• Python Not Installed: Ensure you have Python 3.6 or higher installed. You can download it from the official Python website.
• File Not Found Error: Double-check the path and ensure you are in the correct folder.
• Dependencies Missing: If you see errors about missing modules, make sure to install them using the following command:

  pip install -r requirements.txt
  

📄 Documentation

For detailed documentation, visit our wiki page. It includes guides on advanced features and how to leverage articleOrganizer to its full potential.

📬 Support

If you have questions or need help, feel free to open an issue on our GitHub page or contact us through the support section linked in our repository.

🔗 Useful Links

• Download articleOrganizer
• Documentation
• Report an Issue

🎉 Acknowledgements

Thank you for using articleOrganizer! We hope this tool helps you streamline your academic research and organize your references with ease.