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User Guide
This guide outlines how to use the Google Scholar PDF Reader to install the Chrome extension, generate AI-powered article outlines, navigate citations, and export references to personal library. (Access Date: 22 July 2025)
Install Google Scholar PDF Reader Chrome Extension
| a. | Navigate to the website: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/google-scholar-pdf-reader/dahenjhkoodjbpjheillcadbppiidmhp; |
| b. | Click Add to Chrome and then Add extension to install the extension; |
| c. | Click the puzzle piece icon in the top-right corner of the browser after installation; |
| d. | Find Google Scholar PDF Reader in the list and click the pin icon to keep it visible on toolbar. |
Generate AI-Powered Article Outlines
| a. | Open a PDF document in Chrome browser; |
| b. | Locate the AI-generated outline on the left-side panel of the reader; |
| c. | Click on any bullet point in the outline to jump directly to the corresponding section within the paper. |
Navigate and View Citations
| a. | Locate an in-text citation while reading a paper; |
| b. | Click on the in-text citation link; |
| c. | Review the summary of the cited reference in the pop-up window; |
| d. | Access the PDF of the referenced paper from this window if it is available. |
Export to Personal Library
| a. | Click the Cite button in the top toolbar with the PDF open; |
| b. | Select the desired format from the pop-up window and copy it to clipboard; |
| c. | Click the Google Scholar button next to the Cite button to save the article to library; |
| d. | Select a label for the article and click Done. |
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