Tribhuvan University Central Library (TUCL)

Anti-Plagiarism Software (iThenticate)

User Manual
2024

1. Introduction
1.1. Purpose of the User Manual
This user manual aims to provide comprehensive guidance to Tribhuvan University
Units on using iThenticate, a plagiarism detection software, to help users use the
software, promote ethical writing practices, and maintain academic and professional
integrity.

2. Getting Started
2.1. System Requirements
Ensure your system meets the following requirements:
 Internet connection
 Compatible web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.)

2.2. Installation
iThenticate is a web-based application; no installation is required. Access the platform
through a supported web browser.

2.3. Account Setup

Welcome to the account setup process! Whether you're part of a University unit or an
affiliated unit, follow the guidelines below to get started:

 University Units:

 Submit an official application:

Submit an official application to TUCL, specifying the official's name, position, and
email address of those who will be conducting plagiarism tests.

 Important Note:
- Dean units can request up to 10 User IDs, and other units can request up to 5 User
IDs.
- User IDs are valid for a one-year period.

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  Affiliated Units:

 Submit an official application:

Submit an official application to TUCL, specifying the official's name, position, and
email address of those who will be conducting plagiarism tests.

 Important Note:
- You can request up to 2 User IDs.
- Submit proof of affiliation (it can simply be your official letterhead mentioning
affiliation or any other legal documents).
- Make a deposit of 20,000 with the University.
Account Details:
Bank Name Nepal Bank Ltd., Kirtipur
Account Name T.U Central Office, Kirtipur
Account Number 045-001-000-98976-000001

- User IDs are valid for a one-year period.

- You can test only 100 documents during this period.

Important Notes for ALL:

- You can submit your application along with all necessary documents (if any)
either by visiting TUCL or by mailing. [Mailing Address: plagiarism@tucl.tu.edu.np]

- Once TUCL receives your application, it begins the verification process. If

everything is in order, you will receive an email at the address you provided in the
application, containing your software login details.

If you have any problems or need more information during the process, just visit or
contact TUCL.

2.4. Login Process

Go to the https://app.ithenticate.com/en_us/login and use your credentials to log in.

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3. Dashboard Overview
Familiarize yourself with the dashboard layout, featuring key navigation elements:

3. 4.

2. 1.

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1. New Folder Section:
This is the section where you can create Folder Groups and new folders.
1.1. Folder Group:
Before creating any folders, you must establish a Folder Group. Later, when
creating new folders, you will choose a folder group to categorize them.
1.2. New Folder:
By default, in iThenticate, there is a single folder called "My Documents,"
visible on the left side panel. You can create multiple folders to better organize
your documents. To create folders, click on the "New Folder" option. A window
will open, and you should set it according to TU anti-plagiarism settings or your
department rules (if any). Please refer to "ि .िव. ए टी लेजा रजम स टवेयर यव थापन तथा
स चालन स ब धी िविनयम २०८०" for more details. Download it from the "Download"
menu on the TUCL website.

Below, the table mentions TU anti-plagiarism settings, and the picture

illustrates the process of setting up a folder accordingly.

 Quotes - Exclude
 Bibliography - Exclude
 Phrases Exclude
 Words Matches - Exclude by 10 words
 Sources Matches Exclude by 1%
 Abstract - Include
 Methods and Materials - Include
 Repositories - Include all

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2. My Folders Section:
This section displays the folder groups and folders that were previously created in
the "New Folder Section." Click on the specific folder to which you want to upload
the document.

3.
3. Documents Section:
This section displays the documents contained within the folders you selected in the
"My Folders Section.

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4. Submit a Document Section:
This section allows you to select documents for uploading into iThenticate for
plagiarism checks.
To upload a document, click on the "Upload a File" option. This action will open a
window below, where you can add the author's name, document title, select the
supported file, and, finally, click on the "Upload" button.

After you upload a document, the system starts to check for plagiarism, and you can
see the progress and results in the "Documents" section.

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4. Downloading and Printing Report
To download and print a report, first, click on the percentage displayed just right of the
document title or under the report heading in the Document section.

After clicking on the displayed percentage, a new window will open called the Document
Viewer Window:

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Document Viewer:

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5. 6.

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1. Document title bar
This section displays the document title and author's name.

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2. Document Preview
This is the section where you can preview your plagiarism-tested document. Here,
different color highlights indicate matches, with each color representing a distinct source.
3.
3. Total Similarity Index:
Here, you can see the total similarity index of your document

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4. Total Match Overview
This is the section where you can see all the different sources of matches for your
document, exactly in the same colors as indicated in your plagiarism-tested document or
on the left side in the document preview window. This helps you identify which source
contains a higher similarity index for the document.

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5. Printer Button
This printer button allows you to download a PDF copy of the plagiarism-tested document
exactly as shown in the preview.
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6. Text Only Report Button
By clicking on this button, you will be prompted to the text-only report window, which
allows you to view the Similarity Report without the document formatting. The text-only
report can be viewed in three different modes:
 Similarity Report
 Content Tracking
 Summary Report

Also shown in the picture below.

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1. How to Use Each Report
 SIMILARITY REPORT
The similarity report reveals what iThenticate algorithm identifies as the most
relevant matches. Matches are arranged from the highest to the lowest amounts of
matched text. Highlighted areas in the uploaded manuscript indicate sections that
match one or more sources in iThenticate's databases. This report provides a clear
indication of whether the paper contains significant portions of duplicated text

 CONTENT TRACKING REPORT

The content tracking report lists all matches between the iThenticate database and
the submitted document. Since iThenticate regularly updates its database, there may
be multiple matches from the same source. The report specifies when these matches
were copied from the Internet.

 SUMMARY REPORT
The summary report displays a clear overview of matched sources, which is printable
and downloadable so that you may share the results. This is a good report to share
with colleagues or peers who want a high-level report on a given document.
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2. Printer Button
After selecting the desired report mode, click on the printer button to print or download
the report.

Thank you for taking the time to read this manual. To learn more, please visit or contact TUCL.

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