WOS Format Converter 📝

Welcome to the WOS Format Converter! This tool allows you to convert Web of Science files between tab-delimited, Excel, and plain-text formats. Whether you're working on bibliometric analysis, systematic literature reviews, or reference management, this converter simplifies your data handling tasks.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Installation
• Usage
• Supported Formats
• Contributing
• License
• Contact

Features

• Easy Conversion: Convert files quickly between tab-delimited, Excel, and plain-text formats.
• User-Friendly: Designed with simplicity in mind, making it accessible for everyone.
• Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Data Cleaning: Streamline your data for analysis.
• Supports Multiple Formats: Handle various file types with ease.

Installation

To get started, download the latest release from our Releases section. After downloading, follow these steps:

1. Unzip the File: Extract the contents of the downloaded file.
2. Install Dependencies: Make sure you have Python installed. You can install required libraries using:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Run the Script: Navigate to the folder where the script is located and run:

   python wos_converter.py

Usage

Using the WOS Format Converter is straightforward. Here’s how to use it:

1. Open the Command Line: Access your terminal or command prompt.
2. Navigate to the Script Location: Use the cd command to go to the directory where the script is located.
3. Execute the Script: Run the script with the required parameters. For example:

   python wos_converter.py --input yourfile.txt --output outputfile.xlsx --format excel

Command-Line Options

• --input: Specify the input file path.
• --output: Specify the output file path.
• --format: Choose the desired output format (tab, excel, text).

Supported Formats

The WOS Format Converter supports the following formats:

• Tab-Delimited: Ideal for importing into databases or other software.
• Excel: Perfect for analysis and sharing.
• Plain Text: Useful for quick edits and reviews.

Contributing

We welcome contributions! If you would like to help improve the WOS Format Converter, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the Repository: Click on the fork button at the top right of the page.
2. Clone Your Fork: Use the command:

   git clone https://github.com/YOUR_USERNAME/wos-format-converter.git

3. Create a Branch: Make a new branch for your feature or bug fix:

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

4. Make Your Changes: Implement your feature or fix the bug.
5. Commit Your Changes: Use clear commit messages:

   git commit -m "Add feature or fix description"

6. Push to Your Fork: Push your changes to GitHub:

   git push origin feature/your-feature-name

7. Create a Pull Request: Go to the original repository and create a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Contact

For questions or support, please reach out to the repository maintainer:

• Name: Your Name
• Email: your.email@example.com
• GitHub: Your GitHub Profile

Additional Resources

• Web of Science
• Bibliometrics
• Systematic Reviews

Conclusion

The WOS Format Converter is a valuable tool for researchers and academics who need to manage and convert bibliographic data. By simplifying the conversion process, it helps you focus on your research rather than data handling.

To get started, visit our Releases section and download the latest version. Happy converting!