How to search the catalogue by keywords

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How to search the catalogue by keywords

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When to search by keywords

Keywords are individual words and phrases taken from different fields in the library’s catalogue records. E.g. The author, title, subject or notes field.

Use keyword search if you are looking for items on a particular topic or if you know some details of a title or author but not all.

If you know the exact title, then prefer a TITLE search.


Modifying your search

If you don't find what you are looking for, try changing your search words and limit options. Click on the MODIFY SEARCH button on the search result screen to return to the original search screen. Make some changes and try again!