A complete beginner-friendly guide for Overleaf + LaTeX users
This repository provides a concise, step-by-step tutorial on how to manage references in LaTeX using .bib files.
It is written for students, researchers, and professionals who want to automate citations and bibliographies in Overleaf or any LaTeX environment.
The tutorial explains:
- What a
.bibfile is and how it works - How to connect it to your main
.texfile - How to use
\cite{}and compile references - Common bibliography styles (ACS, RSC, Nature, etc.)
- Bonus tips on organising large
.bibfiles and generating entries automatically