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Tip of the Week: How to Find the Most-Cited Article Within a Journal

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Have you ever needed to find the most-cited article in a specific journal? You’re not alone—it’s a common question, and luckily, it’s easy to do in HeinOnline. Keep reading or watch this short video to learn more.

Locating the Most-Cited Article in a Journal

Start by heading to the Law Journal Library. You can browse for the journal using the A–Z index.

image of the A-Z in HeinOnline's Law Journal Library

Or, jump straight there using HeinOnline’s catalog search for a faster route.

using HeinOnline's catalog search with the one-box search

Once you’re on the journal’s page, use the dedicated search bar at the top and type an asterisk (*). This simple trick tells HeinOnline to search across all metadata in that journal, giving you a full view of its contents.

an asterisk in a search bar for Harvard Law Review

From the results page, select “Number of Times Cited by Articles” from the sort options. This brings the most-cited article right to the top of your list.

Number of times cited by articles which shows the most-cited articles

You’ll also see ScholarCheck badges and citation metrics displayed next to each result, making it easy to spot influential scholarship at a glance.

And if you ever get stuck or have questions, just click the chat bubble to connect with our friendly support team. We’re always happy to help.

image of HeinOnline's live chat option

Whether you’re doing research, checking influence, or just curious about the most impactful work in a field, this tip will help you get there faster. For more tips and tricks, check out our Tip of the Week series.

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Lauren Mattiuzzo
Lauren has been an employee of the William S. Hein & Co., Inc. for more than 20 years. During her long tenure, she has worked in various departments and developed considerable skills. Most recently, she acts as a lead member of the marketing staff and oversees the HeinOnline support team. Lauren's blog posts focus on tips, tricks, and how to make the most out of HeinOnline tools. She also enjoys writing on topics that are close to her heart, such as social issues, pop culture, and sports.
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Lauren has been an employee of the William S. Hein & Co., Inc. for more than 20 years. During her long tenure, she has worked in various departments and developed considerable skills. Most recently, she acts as a lead member of the marketing staff and oversees the HeinOnline support team. Lauren's blog posts focus on tips, tricks, and how to make the most out of HeinOnline tools. She also enjoys writing on topics that are close to her heart, such as social issues, pop culture, and sports.
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