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Library Search: Help

A guide to using the search tool Library Search.at Rowan University Libraries.

The Library Search Screen

The Library Search screen displays after you enter a search from the library home page. This screen has a number of functions available. From left to right, top to bottom (click to view larger image):

  1. New Search: This is the "Home" button for Library Search. Click this option to return to the main search screen, if you have navigated to a different view.
  2. Journal Finder: Search for a journal to see if Rowan University Libraries have access to it, online or on the shelf.
  3. Browse: Search for an author, title or subject and also see materials that are close to it alphabetically.
  4. Citation Search: Look up a specific article, book, or journal using its citation information.
  5. Newspaper Articles: Search specifically for newspaper articles
  6. Search History (clock icon): View everything you have searched for in this session (or log in to save searches long-term).
  7. Favorites (pushpin icon): View materials or searches you have saved in this session (or log in to save items long-term).
  8. Sign In: Sign in to access your library account features.
  9. Menu: When you are logged in, use these options to control your library account.
  10. Search Options (drop-down menu): Choose specific locations to search.
  11. Advanced Search: Includes advanced options like searching by title or author, searching only for certain types of materials, searching only for materials in certain languages or from certain dates, and more.