How to create item type search categories

Search categories are an easy way to refine search results. For example, all new titles (New Books, New CDs, New DVDs, New Blu-Rays, New Graphic Novels) can be grouped in one category, such as: NEW. Create a list of authorized values 1 Go to Administration >...

Allow hold request on specific item (from a user account)

You can decide if library users are allowed to place hold on a specific item by simply editing the «item level holds» value in the circulation rules. 1. Go to Administration > Circulation and fine rules 2. Edit each item types and patron categories whom are allowed...

Merging bibliographic item records

Duplicate of a same item record can be merged together. A bibliographic records merge allows you to transfer all the information in one place. Acquisition and item details (e.g. barcode, check out history, item cost)  are all saved in the new record. During the...

Batch item modification tool

The “Batch item modification” tool allows you to edit more than one item records at the time. First, use the catalogue «item search» to extract item record barcodes. Then, go to the “Batch item modification” tool to edit all records at once....