Question
How can I set EndNote as the default app to open the .ris files downloaded?
Answered By: Research Support (LIB) Last Updated: 09 Feb 2026Views: 625
Answered By: Research Support (LIB)
Last Updated: 09 Feb 2026Views: 625
For Windows user:
- Right-click on the .ris file downloaded.
- Select Open with.
- Click on Choose another app.
- Select EndNote.
- Click on More apps if you cannot see EndNote in Step 4.
- Check the box of Always use this app to open .ris file.
- Click on OK.
For Macintosh user:
- Right-click on the .ris file downloaded.
- Select Get Info.
- Select EndNote. If you cannot see EndNote, click on Other..., browse for EndNote in the Applications folder.
- Click on Change All...
Notes: Please do not maximize or minimize the EndNote Mac application when importing the .ris file.


