Paperpile - Chrome Extension
A no-fuss reference manager for the web that helps manage research libraries, add citations to Google Docs, and access PDFs from anywhere.
Score
30
User Rating
3.0
Free/Trial Support
Supported
Starting Price
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Last Updated
Apr 24, 2026
Overview
What is Paperpile?
Paperpile is a reference management tool designed for academic and research purposes. It integrates with Google Docs, allows users to collect, organize, and annotate PDFs, and provides citation and bibliography features directly in the browser.
What is Paperpile used for?
User Groups
Top Features
- Manage references in browser
- PDF annotation and highlighting
- Google Docs integration
- Sync across devices
- Team collaboration tools
How to use Paperpile?
Sign up with Google, install the Chrome extension or mobile apps, import PDFs, organize them in your library, and use the Google Docs plugin to insert citations and generate bibliographies seamlessly.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Intuitive interface
- Strong Google integration
- Cross-platform sync
- Time-saving for academic writing
Cons
- Limited to Chrome for sign-up initially
- Beta for Safari and Firefox
Use Cases
- Academic thesis writing
- Research paper management
- Team collaboration on projects
- Personal PDF library organization
Paperpile Pricing
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