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Organize a research paper with citations

I use this flow every time I write something with references — it keeps sources, notes, and the actual paper connected and easy to update.

Polina Fomenkova

Content Creator, Blogger

Date published

September 23, 2025

Setapp Apps used
Step-by-step process

Step 1

Plan the structure in MindNode or TaskPaper.

Step 2

Collect sources and organize notes in SideNotes.

Step 3

Draft sections of the paper in Ulysses.

Step 4

Insert citations manually or using a reference manager.

Step 5

Edit and refine for clarity.

Step 6

Export to Word or PDF for submission.

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