Use a reference manager like Zotero to collect references. Aside from easily (most of the time) capturing references, it is also easy to create and copy reference entries to embed in your papers through Zotero.
References
Ahrens, S. (2017). How to Take Smart Notes: One Simple Technique to Boost Writing, Learning and Thinking – for Students, Academics and Nonfiction Book Writers. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.