You can download metadata for any textbook in Engage using the Meta option on the book’s asset page. This is useful for librarians, institutions, and anyone who needs citation data in different formats.


Where to Find the Metadata Option

  1. Open Engage and search for the book you need in the Library or the Store.
  2. Select the book to open it's information page.
  3. Look to the right-hand side of the screen. You’ll see a Meta button (next to the Share button).


Screenshot of a book information page in Snapplify Engage showing the 'Meta' button

Downloading Metadata

  1. Select the Meta button.
  2. A dropdown list will appear with the following citation and metadata formats:
    • Marc21
    • Citations (BibTeX)
    • Citations (RIS)
    • Citations (EndNote)
    • Citations (CSL)
      “Dropdown menu under the Meta button showing metadata download options: Marc21, Citations (BibTeX), Citations (RIS), Citations (EndNote), and Citations (CSL).
  3. Choose your preferred format from the list.
  4. The file will automatically download to your device.


These files can be used to integrate the books details into your library management system or citation tools.


Need Help?

If you're unsure which format to use:

  • Marc21 is commonly used in library catalogues.
  • BibTeX and RIS work with citation managers like Zotero and Mendeley.
  • EndNote and CSL are suitable for academic writing software.
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