Mendeley Desktop has different features to the online version. Download the Mendeley Desktop by visiting the following page:
Kindly note that we still strongly recommend using Mendeley Desktop instead of the newer Mendeley Reference Manager. Mendeley Desktop has some features that are not yet available in Mendeley Reference Manager.
When creating a Mendeley account, it is very important that you do not use the “Sign in via your institution” option, as SU does not have this integration with Mendeley. Also, when prompted to create a password, do not use the same password that you use for your SU accounts, as this may prevent you from logging in to the desktop applications.
To register for a Mendeley account, click here
The Web Importer allows you to save references while you are searching for information on any database such as ScienceDirect or even Google Scholar. Download the web importer for any web browser, by following the instructions you will find at:
https://www.mendeley.com/reference-management/web-importer/
You need the Mendeley plug-in to be able to do 'in-text citations' and automatically add your bibliography based on your preferred referencing style. To install the Mendeley plug-in for Word or other devices go to "Tools" on the Mendeley Desktop and click on "Install"... and select the plug-in you wish to add.