While you can easily use Mendeley while you browse in your favorite places on the web, it also has a built in feature where you can search works that have been added to Mendeley Web Libraries throughout the years. Our recommendation at IU Libraries would be to use this function in tandem with other databases and websites, as it may miss works in under researched topical areas.
The Mendeley Reference Manager online does not have the literature search option included. Instead, you will have to start from the Mendeley website.
One benefit of making a Mendeley account is the ability to connect with and work with other users. The main issue is they also have to have a Mendeley account for full functionality.
You can create a new group in your Mendeley Desktop by right clicking "Groups" in the left menu bar, and then selecting "New Group" from the drop down menu.
You can create a new group in Mendeley Reference Manager by clicking "New Private Group" or "New Public Group" in the left menu bar.
Citation managers have their own 'language' in the form of a file format that most of them will recognize.
If you already have a library in Zotero, and want it in Mendeley:
If you already have a library in Mendeley, and want it in Zotero: