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ZotLit

Install ZotLit

Install the ZotLit plugin in Obsidian.

Available sinceZotLit 2.0.0

ZotLit is a desktop-only Obsidian plugin. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux; mobile is not supported.

Update the Obsidian installer first

ZotLit needs Obsidian 1.13.4 or newer, and your installer version must also be 1.13.4 or newer. Obsidian's in-app update does not replace the installer. Check yours in Settings > About, then read how to update the Obsidian installer. If the installer is older, ZotLit does not load.

Install the plugin

Stable2.0.1 · Aug 5, 2026
RequiresObsidian ≥ 1.13.4 · desktop only

You can find ZotLit in the Obsidian community plugin directory: View ZotLit.

Open the plugin listing

Click the link above, or open Settings > Community plugins in Obsidian, select Browse, and search for "ZotLit". You can also use this deep link:

Show ZotLit in Obsidian

Install and enable

Click Install, then Enable.

Next steps

ZotLit works best with the companion Zotero add-on. Install the companion to connect your Zotero library, then follow the tutorial to create your first literature note.

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