Zotero Linter

The Zotero Linter is designed for speed and accuracy. Here's your complete walkthrough:

Enter your data. Validate Citation Style Language (CSL XML) configurations and CSL-JSON. Paste or type the information you want to verify into the input field. The tool accepts a variety of formats and will normalize the input automatically.

Run the check. Click the check button to start the analysis. The tool processes your input against known patterns, databases, and heuristics to provide a comprehensive assessment.

Review results. You'll receive a detailed breakdown showing the analysis results, confidence level, and explanations for each finding. Use this information to make informed decisions about the item or data you're checking.

Available features:

• XML Schema Structure analysis
• Unused Macro warnings
• JSON Library export linting
• Offline parsing protection

Getting the most value from your check requires understanding what the results mean:

Format validation: The first check is whether the input matches expected patterns. Valid formats are necessary but not sufficient — a correctly formatted code doesn't automatically mean the underlying item is authentic or valid.

Pattern analysis: Our tool compares your input against known patterns and conventions. Matches increase confidence in validity, while deviations may indicate issues that need further investigation.

Contextual information: Where possible, the tool provides additional context such as issuing authority, date ranges, regional codes, or other metadata encoded in the checked value. This contextual information helps you understand the bigger picture.

Limitations: Automated checking tools provide valuable first-pass analysis, but they have limitations. For high-stakes decisions (large purchases, legal matters), combine our tool's results with professional verification from qualified experts in the relevant field.

Maximize the accuracy and usefulness of your checks:

• Double-check your input — Ensure you've entered the exact value with correct capitalization, spacing, and special characters. Even small typos can change results.
• Use multiple verification methods — Don't rely on any single tool or check. Combine our analysis with visual inspection, documentation review, and other available verification methods.
• Keep records — Screenshot or copy your check results for future reference. This is especially important for high-value items or ongoing monitoring.
• Stay updated — Verification patterns and conventions change over time. Our tool is regularly updated, but always cross-reference with the latest information from official sources.
• Report issues — If you find a discrepancy between our results and your own verified information, let us know. Community feedback helps improve accuracy for everyone.