This section lists a variety of widgets that you may find useful while conducting research. Widgets bring the Libraries Web services to you. They include Web applications, simple add-ons for your Web browser, and other shortcuts that make researching a little easier. Each of the widgets we've listed on our site includes a description and installation instructions. Click on a widget below to learn more.

Collaboration Widgets

• Google Docs: Create documents, spreadsheets and presentations online.
• Google Sidewiki: A free browser add-on that lets you contribute helpful information to any web page.
• PBWorks:A free wiki tool that is useful for everyone.

Information Organization

• Del.icio.us Web Browser Add-ons: Bookmark and organize web sites with http://del.icio.us using these Web browser add-ons.
• Flickr Uploadr: Collecting photos from the Web for a research project? Use the flickr uploadr to keep your photos organized on the Web.
• NoodleBib: An awesome tool that helps you create MLA- or APA-formatted bibliographies online. Save as a Word document to turn in with your paper.
• Readability: A simple tool that makes reading on the Web more enjoyable by removing the clutter around what you're reading.
• TextMarker: A Firefox browser add-on that highlights text online within your browser window. Then copy and paste as you wish.
• Zoho Notebook: A tool that helps you aggregate content from multiple sources or applications.
• Zotero: A Firefox browser add-on that "helps you collect, manage, and cite your research sources.