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EndNote

Reference manager

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategoryProductivity
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version22.3.0.22265,2025Catalog version

What is EndNote?

Reference manager

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask endnote
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How to Install EndNote on Mac

Follow these steps to install EndNote using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask endnote

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask endnote
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm endnote is installed, then try `endnote --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch EndNote

    Run `endnote` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about EndNote

How do I install EndNote on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask endnote. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run endnote from Terminal.
Is EndNote free?
Yes, EndNote is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall EndNote?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask endnote. Homebrew will remove EndNote and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to EndNote?
There are several productivity apps available for macOS. Browse the Productivity category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update EndNote to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask endnote in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does EndNote work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, EndNote can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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