research tools and collections: metalib
Metalib
MetaLib is a search portal that enables you to search multiple library databases, catalogs, or other resources simultaneously. You can use QuickSearch to search across a set of pre-defined resources, or you can use PowerSearch to choose up to 10 of your preferred resources. MetaLib also allows you to create a personalized account to manage your searches and research.
Benefits of MetaLib
MetaLib allows you to...
search up to ten databases or catalogs at one time
automatically remove duplicates from result sets
use the same interface to search databases from different vendors
save citations and search histories for future reference
set up email alerts for multiple databases and journals
create your own personal resource lists of e-journals and databases
User Guides
How to Search MetaLib
MetaLib: Finding Full-Text of Articles
MetaLib: Personalized Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use MetaLib?
Anyone on campus may use MetaLib. Hanover affiliated users (students, faculty, and staff) may use MetaLib from off-campus with their Library account sign-in information.
What can be searched in MetaLib?MetaLib is configured to search resources that the Duggan Library subscribes to or that are provided by the state of Indiana. A number of free and licensed article databases, library catalogs, and electronic journals may be accessed through MetaLib.
Why can’t I search a particular database within MetaLib?
Not all resources can be configured to work with MetaLib’s search software. For some resources, all we can do is provide a link to the database producer’s native search interface. We hope that in time, more database vendors will develop their products so that they can work within MetaLib.
What do I do if I can’t search or have trouble searching a particular resource?
If have questions about how to use a resource in MetaLib, or you encounter any difficulties or errors while searching, please contact Heather Loehr at x7170 (loehr@hanover.edu) for assistance.
last updated: 5 August 2009, HBL
