ISBN to BibTeX converter

Do you have ISBN numbers, which you want to convert to a BibTeX file? Just upload or paste your ISBN numbers below and click Convert.

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How to convert ISBN numbers to a BibTeX file online

Follow these easy steps to convert ISBN numbers into a BibTeX file with the BibTeX format converter:

  1. Click the Choose ISBN file button above, drag and drop a file into the drop zone or copy and paste the content of your ISBN numbers into the area above.
  2. Select the desired output format (BibTeX).
  3. Click Convert.
  4. Download your new BibTeX file.

Frequently Asked Questions about our bibliographic format converter

How does the ISBN to BibTeX converter work?

The ISBN to BibTeX online converter uses the same technology that powers the Paperpile reference management app. Your input is parsed, matched against Paperpile's own bibliographic database, and finally converted to your format of choice. All input and output data is deleted 24h after job completion.

What is an ISBN?

International Standard Book Number or ISBN is an identifier for monographic sources such as books, periodicals, etc. An ISBN usually has 13 digits and contains information such as the title of work, edition, format as well as the registrant.

What is a BibTeX file?

A BibTeX file contains bibliographic data in BibTeX format and usually has the file extension *.bib. A BibTeX file can be viewed and edited using plain text editors, and many reference management programs support both the import and export of files in BibTeX format.