PubMed On Tap is a comprehensive educational application designed for iPhone users, focusing on the field of medicine. It enables users to search through PubMed and PubMed Central to locate, display, and import reference information and full articles, provided that access privileges are granted. The application supports personal reference library searches and offers organization features, allowing users to categorize references into both static and smart groups.

In addition to its robust searching capabilities, PubMed On Tap includes advanced features such as boolean searches and options to filter results for full text or free full text articles. Users can recall their recent searches and easily email references in a format conducive to reading or importing into other reference management applications. This tool is particularly useful for medical professionals and researchers aiming to streamline their reference management process.