A ResearchRabbit map is a clear way to show readers how you searched the literature, how the papers in your review connect, and how ideas have developed in your field. Adding one to your paper, thesis or presentation also makes your search strategy transparent to reviewers. Here’s how to save a map as an image and credit it correctly.
How to save a map as an image
Open the collection or search with the map you want to use.
Arrange the map the way you'd like it to appear, for example by zooming in on the papers that matter most.
Take a screenshot:
Mac: Shift + Command + 4
Windows: Windows key + Shift + S
Save the image, then add it to your document or slides.
How to credit ResearchRabbit
Many publishers ask you to name the tools used to create figures. Most researchers mention ResearchRabbit in two places:
In the figure caption: note that you made the map with ResearchRabbit, for example: "Citation map created with ResearchRabbit (researchrabbit.ai)."
In your methods section: explain how you used it, for example: "I used ResearchRabbit to visualise citation relationships between papers and to explore additional relevant literature for this review."
For full citation formats in APA, Harvard and MLA, see How to cite ResearchRabbit in your paper or presentation.
Common questions
Can I share ResearchRabbit maps in my paper or presentation?
Absolutely, your maps are yours to use. It’s good practice to mention that you made them with ResearchRabbit, and many publishers expect it. How to cite ResearchRabbit in your paper or presentation shows you how.
Can I make the map look clearer for print?
Zoom in so the labels are readable, and keep only the papers you want to talk about. A smaller, focused map is usually easier for readers to follow than your whole network.