Google Scholar Results

Google Scholar results refer to the data output provided by the Google Scholar software tool and service when a user searches for scholarly literature. The results are primarily sorted by relevance, but users have the option to sort them by date by selecting either "Since Year" or "Sort by date" in the left sidebar. Sorting by "Since Year" filters the results to show only recently published papers, while "Sort by date" presents the newest additions to the Google Scholar database.

Most articles within Google Scholar results include freely available abstracts, although accessing the full text of an article may require a subscription or be available through various access links such as library links, PDF links, or "All versions" links. These access links encompass a range of sources, including subscribed articles from libraries, open-access articles, preprints, and articles in repositories. For users off-campus, Google Scholar provides off-campus access links that expire after 30 days and can be disabled in the settings.

Google Scholar results are not only comprehensive, including journal and conference papers, theses and dissertations, academic books, pre-prints, abstracts, technical reports, and other scholarly literature from all broad areas of research, but they also encompass court opinions and patents. However, Google Scholar is limited to showing a maximum of 1,000 results per search query and exclusively searches through academic papers from credible websites.

As a service, Google Scholar facilitates the discovery of scholarly literature, allowing users to search for and identify the most relevant research from a single location. It also provides features that enable users to explore related works, view citations, discover authors and publications, locate full documents, and keep abreast of recent developments in their field of research. Additionally, users can see who is citing their publications and create a public author profile, fostering an academic network and enhancing visibility within the scholarly community.

Exporting Google Scholar Results to CSV

Using Publish or Perish

To export Google Scholar results to a .csv file using Publish or Perish, run keyword queries within the tool. Once you have obtained your results, use the export feature to save the data in a .csv format. This file can then be opened in Excel for further analysis or storage.

Running a VBA Code in Excel

Another method involves using VBA code in Excel. Start by opening Excel and entering your search queries in the first column of a new worksheet. Afterward, press Alt+F11 to open the VBA editor, then insert a module. Copy the VBA code provided into this module. Before running the code by clicking the play button, make sure to open Internet Explorer, as the code uses the InternetExplorer object to navigate Google Scholar. For the initial run, set Browser.Visible = True. Be patient as the code runs and processes the data.

Exporting from Google Library

If you have saved articles in your Google Library, you can export them to a .csv file. With a Google Account, save the articles you are interested in by clicking the star link. Access these articles from the "My Library" link, where you can also edit bibliographic information, delete articles, or create labels. From your library, you can export the selected articles into a .csv format.

Streamline Your Research with Sourcetable

Discover the smart way to manage your academic research with Sourcetable, which offers a seamless method to import Google Scholar results directly into a dynamic spreadsheet. By utilizing Sourcetable, you bypass the cumbersome process of exporting data to CSV and then importing it into another spreadsheet application. This integration not only saves valuable time but also ensures that your data remains up-to-date with live syncing capabilities.

Sourcetable stands out by providing an intuitive spreadsheet interface that is familiar to most users, combined with the powerful ability to automatically pull data from various sources including Google Scholar. This means your research is always at your fingertips, ready for analysis or review. Moreover, Sourcetable's emphasis on automation and business intelligence transforms the way you handle academic data, allowing you to focus more on insights and less on the process.

Common Use Cases

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  Analyzing search result trends over time
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  Creating a personal database of relevant literature
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  Sharing comprehensive search results with colleagues
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  Performing statistical analysis on citation data
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  Backing up a large set of search results for future reference

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I export Google Scholar keyword search results to Excel?

You can use the Publish or Perish tool to run keyword queries on Google Scholar and then export the results to a .csv file, which can be opened in Excel.

Is there a way to export Google Scholar search results directly to Microsoft Word?

Publish or Perish allows you to export Google Scholar results to a .csv file, which can then be imported into Excel. However, importing directly into Microsoft Word is not directly supported, but you can copy and paste the data from Excel into Word.

Can I use VBA code to export Google Scholar results to a CSV file?

The VBA code provided uses the InternetExplorer object to navigate to Google Scholar and scrape the results. It can be used in Excel on Windows to export results to CSV, but scraping Google Scholar violates the Google Scholar terms of service and is not recommended for getting many results.

Why is my code to scrape Google Scholar results being blocked?

Scraping Google Scholar results too frequently can lead to being temporarily blocked from Google Scholar as it violates their terms of service. The code waits after getting the results to avoid this, but caution is advised.

Can I use other tools besides Publish or Perish to export Google Scholar results?

Web of Science allows you to export query results as a tabulated text file, which you can then import into Excel.