Mendeley Desktop -

is a legacy reference management software designed to help researchers organize, share, and cite their research papers. While it has been largely superseded by the newer Mendeley Reference Manager , it remains a favorite among many academics due to specific local-storage features and a highly functional interface. Current Status and Availability

Unlike the cloud-only Reference Manager, Mendeley Desktop allows users to store their library and PDFs locally on their computer. Mendeley Desktop

Uses the Mendeley Desktop Citation Plugin to automatically generate in-text citations and bibliographies. is a legacy reference management software designed to

Use the Sync button at the top of the interface to ensure your local changes are backed up to the Mendeley Web Library . Uses the Mendeley Desktop Citation Plugin to automatically

Mendeley Desktop stands out for its robust offline capabilities and organizational tools:

If you choose to move to the new Reference Manager, your library will automatically migrate once you sign in with your Elsevier account. About Mendeley - Library Guides - University of Washington