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Zotero Web API Global Search

The Zotero Web API provides an interface to search aggregated metadata from the full corpus of public items stored on zotero.org.

Global search is currently in beta, with restricted public access. If you would like to test global search, you can email support@zotero.org to request access.

Performing a Search

GET /global

Search Parameters

Parameter	Values	Default	Description
`q`	string	null	Quick search. Searches all fields.
`doi`	string	null	A document object identifier (DOI)
`isbn`	string	null	An international standard book identifier (ISBN)

Search Syntax

Examples:

/global?q=virtual
/global?doi=10.1016/j.rser.2011.07.104
/global?isbn=1421402831

Getting Public Library Items for a Global Item

GET /global/items?id=<global item id>