BibTeX to CSV converter

Do you have a BibTeX file, which you want to convert to a CSV file? Just upload or paste your a BibTeX file below and click Convert.

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How to convert a BibTeX file to a CSV file online

Follow these easy steps to convert a BibTeX file into a CSV file with the BibTeX format converter:

  1. Click the Choose BibTeX file button above, drag and drop a file into the drop zone or copy and paste the content of your BibTeX file into the area above.
  2. Select the desired output format (CSV).
  3. Click Convert.
  4. Download your new CSV file.

Frequently Asked Questions about our bibliographic format converter

How does the BibTeX to CSV converter work?

The BibTeX to CSV online converter uses the same technology that powers the Paperpile reference management app. Your input is parsed, matched against Paperpile's own bibliographic database, and finally converted to your format of choice. All input and output data is deleted 24h after job completion.

What is a BibTeX file?

A BibTeX file contains bibliographic data in BibTeX format and usually has the file extension *.bib. A BibTeX file can be viewed and edited using plain text editors, and many reference management programs support both the import and export of files in BibTeX format.

What is a CSV file?

A CSV (comma-separated values) file has a .CSV extension and can be opened and edited using Microsoft Excel, Apple Numbers, or other spreadsheet software. References can be stored in a CSV file where each row holds an individual reference.