Biblioscape consists of several modules and the software is sold in different editions. The Lite edition can be used to organize references, import bibliographic records from different sources, generate a reference list, etc. If you need to use Biblioscape to convert a document with temporary citations into a formatted document with citations and bibliography properly generated according to a particular output style, you need to purchase the Standard edition. For users who want to go beyond what traditional bibliographic software can do, the Professional edition offers 4 extra modules. The Task module is for managing your ToDo lists related to your research. The Chart module can be used to build all kinds of flow charts, organization charts, and link a chart object to references, notes, etc. The Categories module is for tagging records from other modules, as well as building a knowledge base according to the principles of Topic Maps. The Composition can be used to compile your notes into a final draft with table of contents and index automatically generated. The Librarian edition can be used to manage a small library. It includes the following sub-modules: Catalog, Serials, Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Borrowers, Lenders, and Suppliers. Both the Professional and Librarian editions include the BiblioWeb server, which allows you to publish your reference database on the Web. All versions except the Lite edition include the BiblioRemote server, which allows you to open a Biblioscape database that resides on a remote machine.
Here is a detailed feature list available in different editioins.
| Features | Lite | Std | Pro | Lib |
| General | ||||
| Folder: Organize records into folders. A single folder tree for all modules. Any query can be added to the folder tree as a search folder. A link folder can be created to make records reside in more than one folder. | x | x | x | x |
| Search: Full text fast search returns results instantly. Search words are highlighted in result record display. Advanced search is available to query against individual fields with logical operators. Any search can be saved as a search folder. | x | x | x | x |
| Cross links: Link a record to any record from other modules, as well as Web URL, file, or free text. | x | x | x | x |
| Preview: Live preview panel can be used to edit records without openning it. Formatted preview is also available with hyperlinked search words. | x | x | x | x |
| Field lookup: Lookup Lists display all unique values of a selected data field, along with the number of occurrences of each unique value. Relevant records can be retrieved by double clicking a list item. | x | x | x | x |
| Delete and restore: Recycle bin holds all deleted records. Deleted records can be restored with a single click or to be permanently removed from the database. | x | x | x | x |
| BiblioRemote: Open a remote database through BiblioRemote server. The remote database can reside on another computer in the same building or in another country. | x | x | x | |
| References module | ||||
| Import filter: Bibliographic data from any data sources can be imported with a proper import filter. The user can create new or edit existing import filters. | x | x | x | x |
| Output style: References can be displayed in any any style, for example MLA, APA, etc. A large number of styles are provided for different journals. Users can also create new ones. | x | x | x | x |
| Capture references: Search Web-based bibliographic databases from inside Biblioscape, and click a button to capture search results into a Biblioscape database with the right import filter. New import filters can be created by users. | x | x | x | x |
| Global edit: The content of a data field can be changed at once for all selected references. | x | x | x | |
| Eliminate Duplicate: Duplicate records can be found and removed. Fuzzy search is supported for finding duplicates. | x | x | x | |
| Citation and bibliography: Format manuscript to convert temporary citations into formatted citations and bibliography according to the selected style. | x | x | x | |
| Word processor: Integration with Microsoft Word and Corel WordPerfect. | x | x | x | |
| Natural citation: Use words or phrases to uniquely identify a reference in a temporary citation instead of using a Reference ID. If references are moved to another database, temporary citations don't need to be changed. | x | x | x | |
| Notes module | ||||
| Take notes and organize notes in a tree structure. The text in your note can be formatted with all the standard options, including fonts, color, background color, superscript, subscript, paragraph alignment, bullet list, number list, etc. Notes can be used to organize captured Web pages. All the graphics and hyperlinks of captured web pages can be properly displayed. | x | x | x | x |
| Categories module | ||||
| Categories tree: Organize categories in a tree structure. | x | x | x | x |
| Tagging: Classify records from other modules like references and notes with categories. | x | x | x | x |
| Linking: Link a category to records from other modules. | x | x | ||
| Topic maps: Build topic maps like structure using categories. | x | x | ||
| Tasks module | ||||
| Create and organize tasks in a tree structure. Group tasks by Priority, Status, Date Created, etc. Track the progress of a task by marking its percentage completed. | x | x | ||
| Charts module | ||||
| Draw a flow chart with an easy to use chart editor. Link chart objects to records from other modules including references, notes, etc. Organize your charts in a tree structure. The position of each chart in the tree can be rearranged by drag and drop. | x | x | ||
| BiblioWeb | ||||
| Publish databases on the Web with BiblioWeb server. No other web server required. Runs on any Windows machine. Full text search runs fast returning results instantly. Search words are highlighted. Users with a Write account can add new references to the database using a Web browser. Import references over the Web with the right import filter, so you don't need to enter references one by one. Marked references can be displayed in any of the output styles that exist in Biblioscape. | x | x | ||
| Composition module | ||||
| Organize notes into an outline. The same note can be reused in multiple outlines. Drag and drop references to cite or added to the suggested reading list. Drag and drop records from categories module as index terms or glossary terms. Compile the notes into a final draft with table of contents, index, suggested reading list, glossary, plus formatted citations and bibliography. | x | x | ||
| Library module | ||||
| Manage library collection data using 56 data fields, organized into several groups including Bibliographic, Holding, Request, Order, Serial, and General. Manage serials and related activities including tracking, routing, etc. Display circulation activities by borrower, status, subject, etc. Checks out books for library patrons, add notes, easily change due dates. Checks in books returned by borrowers. Automatically reminds librarian about Hold status. Puts a hold on a checked out book. Shows a reminder when that book is returned. Manage inter-library loan requests, track loan status, log shippings, etc. Manage borrowers, lenders, and suppliers. | x | |||