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Library Search User Guide

Instructions for using BGSU's new library search.

Library Search is a great place to start your research

Library Search is the library's main search interface. It defaults to searching billions of citations for articles, book chapters, and other materials, along with the millions of items in BGSU's University Libraries. 

Why Sign In?

  • See all access and request options.
  • Renew books and materials.
  • Create favorites lists.
  • Export citations to RefWorks or other citation managers.
  • View full search results (some databases only show results when you’re signed in).

Manage Library Account

Sign in to your library account to:

  • Renew items you have checked out or view current requests
  • View favorites.
  • View recent loans, and other details. Use the drop-down menu that appears next to your name once you have signed in.

Need help?

  • Library Search FAQs - how-tos, troubleshooting, etc.
  • Ask a Librarian - search advice specific to your research topic

This research guide was based on the Hollis User Guide Template designed and shared by Harvard University.