Convert to plain text

It is possible to remove the dynamic connection between a Word document and its EndNote library. As a result, a stand-alone Word document will be created that contains no EndNote connection/field codes, but still retains all the citing and referencing formatting, as if you'd typed it in manually. 

This is highly recommended when submitting a journal article or thesis to a publisher or printer, as there will be no problems when their publishing software imports your Word file.

To convert a document to plain text:

1. Save any desired changes to the original document as a backup document, still connected to EndNote.
2. Save a new copy of the document to modify (in Word, use File menu > Save As).
3. In Word, select the EndNote tab then click Convert Citations and Bibliography. In the pull-down menu select Convert to Plain Text.
4. A warning message will appear. Click OK to proceed.
5. The new unlinked (and unsaved) document will open. Save this document with a new name.