Search Manager Parameters
Welcome to our tutorial on how to make the most out of the Search module in BiblioTECH. In this guide, we will show you how to effectively utilise the powerful search capabilities of BiblioTECH to find resources quickly and efficiently. Whether you're an administrator, librarian, or a regular user, these tips will help you navigate your database with ease. Let's get started!
Accessing the Search Module
- Begin by logging into your BiblioTECH account.
- Once you're logged in, locate and click on the 'Search' button to access it or simply type the search word on the quick search bar to initiate the Search module. This is where you'll perform your searches.
Exploring Search Filters
- Within the Search module, you'll find a range of filters to help refine your search. Let's explore these options:
- Search Options:
- "Hide copies": This option hides duplicate copies of resources.
- "Hide lost resources": It conceals resources marked as lost.
- "Hide ordered": Resources that are on order but haven't arrived yet are hidden.
- "When sorting by title list exact...": Prioritises exact title matches in search results.
Search Mode:
- "Whole word": Searches for complete words.
- "Start of the word": Looks for words that begin with your search term.
- "Anywhere": Searches for your term anywhere within words.
- Sort results by (any field):
- You can choose to sort results in ascending or descending order by any field, such as title, author, or publication date. Additionally, use the Direction option to sort results in ascending or descending order.
- Collections and Genres: You can filter results by specific collections or genres.
- Advanced Search:
- This allows you to create more complex searches by selecting specific fields to filter by, display in results, or include in the detailed view.
Customising Filters
- Adjust the filters to meet your specific search criteria. Admins or librarians can save these customised settings as defaults for all users.
Performing a Search
- Once your filters are set, type your desired search term(s) into the search bar.
- Click the 'Search' button to initiate the search.
Viewing Search Results
- A list of corresponding resources will be displayed.
- Each resource has a "+" symbol next to it, which, when clicked, opens up the details of that specific resource.
- Each resource also has a tick box that you can use to add the selected resource to the Bibliographic List.
Managing Search Results
- At the top of the results list, you'll find three buttons:
- "Clear Selected": This button clears all the tick marks from the results list.
- "Add List": Use this button to add selected results to the Bibliographic List.
- "Bibliographic List": Click here to display the results previously added to the list. You can also print this list for reference.
Congratulations! You've learned how to make the most out of the Search module in BiblioTECH. Whether you're searching for books, articles, or any other resources, these search tips will help you find what you need efficiently. Thank you for choosing BiblioTECH for your library management needs, and stay tuned for more informative guides!