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Zotero2Obsidian Autosync

by meteor0108 · github.com/meteor0108/zotero2obsidian-autosync

Creates an Obsidian paper note for each Zotero paper and syncs your Zotero Pass 2 note into it, following the three-pass method from How to Read a Paper.

Zotero2Obsidian Autosync has Atlas grade A (recommended) because every code check came out low. It works with Zotero 7–9, not the current Zotero 10. Last checked 6 Nov 2026.

Citing & writing
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Downloads a .xpi file (0.02 MB). In Zotero, open Tools → Plugins and install it from the file.
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Atlas gradeRecommended
because every code check came out low
Applies to v2.0.0, released 20 Oct 2026Code checked · not yet tested in a live Zotero
Doesn't work with the current Zotero (10)Works with Zotero 7, 8, 9.
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Code transparencyReadable code, uploaded by the project's automated GitHub buildThe release file was uploaded by the project's automated GitHub build. We haven't yet rebuilt it from the source to compare.LowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
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Powerful capabilitiesWorks with files on your computerLowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
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Works withZotero 7, 8, 9 · not 10, 11 betaDoesn't work with the current Zotero (10)MediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install. One medium finding makes the grade B.
Zotero 7 ✓ worksZotero 8 ✓ worksZotero 9 ✓ worksZotero 10 ✗ doesn't workZotero 11 beta ✗ doesn't work
What you'll needZotero 7, 8, 9Detected automatically from its code
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MaintenanceActive · last release 20 Oct 20261 contributor
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LanguagesDocumentation in EnglishInterface: English and Korean
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What it does

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Creates an Obsidian paper note for each Zotero paper and syncs your Zotero Pass 2 note into it, following the three-pass method from How to Read a Paper.

Keeps paper notes in Zotero and Obsidian from drifting apart. Properties such as authors, year and links are filled in automatically. Templates are in Korean, with English versions included.

What you'll need

Detected automatically
  • Zotero 7, 8, 9Not working with Zotero 10

Where your data goes

We found: no web requests found; its code names known services.

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Install Zotero2Obsidian Autosync
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  1. 1Download the plugin fileDownload v2.0.0.xpi · 0.02 MB
  2. 2In Zotero, open Tools › Plugins
  3. 3Click the gear, choose Install Plugin From File… and pick the file
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