Always show custom fields while editing a reference
The old version of RefWorks had the ability to always display custom fields in edit mode.
In the new version each one has to be added manually with the “Add more fields…” button, which is cumbersome. We use custom output styles and each reference needs the same custom fields to be applied to them.
Elke
shared this idea
We are happy to announce improvements were completed in January 2025 release.
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Shirley Millar
commented
That is a very disappointing backwards step for RefWorks, especially as the legacy is soon to be withdrawn and users will no longer have the choice of which version suits their needs best.
The templates are supposed to be helpful and prompt users to easily enter the required data.
The particular researcher I was helping came to me as her references looked dreadful - she had been entering data to the limited range of fields in the template and not aware of ability to add further fields. She is now faced with having to add the fields for the majority of references used for her thesis (most are unpublished material and the standard Chicago 17th template does not include Source accession or Source Library!) and is contemplating switching to EndNote or Mendeley - not a good result for RefWorks. -
Liz Kavanaugh
commented
We had an inquiry/feedback request regarding the order of fields that appear in the RefWorks edit pane.
Is it possible to re-order/re-organize the order of the editable fields based on individual personal preference?
I.e., if a user would like to view their Notes field prior to viewing Tags in an individual resource, they would be able to re-sort the fields as appropriate to promote Notes.
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Joe Louderback
commented
It would be helpful if we could hide certain fields for manual input of references. Many of the fields are not used on a regular basis. Could we have the option of moving fields to the "Add More Fields" button?