This is handy if you use the same or similar sources in various documents.

Then, just pop them into your document.

Once you kick off the list, the process for adding or editing a source is the same.

Manage Sources on the References tab

You’ll then see the Source Manager window display with your list of sources.

You’ll then see your list in the Source Manager window.

Select it and pick “Copy” to move it to the Master List on the left.

Source Manager in Word on Windows

To add a source, pick “New.”

The fields for the source beneath vary depending on the punch in you pick at the top.

If you do this, you’ll see the recommended fields marked with an asterisk.

Citations on the References tab

After adding the necessary details, click “OK” to include it in your Master List.

This is convenient if you want to find a particular source.

To view a source, select it on the left side in the Master List section.

Citation Source Manager in the sidebar

You’ll see the preview at the bottom.

To make changes to a source, select it on the left and click “Edit.”

When the Edit Source window appears, make your changes and select “OK” to save them.

Source Manager in Word on Mac

On Mac, you’ll find the source in the Citations sidebar.

When you finish adding new sources or editing the current ones, click “Close.”

Copy current source to the Master List

Type of Source drop-down list

Citation style on the References tab

All source fields displayed

Search and Sort options for sources on Windows

Preview of a source on Windows

Window to edit a source in Word

Copy a source to the Current List

Insert Citation drop-down menu on the References tab