Library Search Tools

iDiscover is a one-stop search tool designed to help users explore resources across and beyond the Library’s holdings. It offers the following search options: 

1. Basic Search - Search for item(s) using any words.

2. Advanced Search - Search for item(s) using words or phrases by specific fields and applying multiple filters/facets. 

On the search results screen, users can easily identify an item's format and availability—whether it is accessible online or physically located in the Library. To refine searches or search results, users can apply various filters, including published date, content provider, source types, subject, publisher, publication, language, geography and library location.

iDiscover enhances the search experience with features like "Research Starter", "More like this" recommendations, “Related items” and “More resources” with related videos.

Locate is a web-based OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) that allows users to search for library resources anytime, anywhere from any internet-connected PC or mobile device. 

ONLINE CATALOGUE

Users can set their preferred language and perform searches using the following options:

1. Quick Search - Search for item(s) using any words.

2. Advanced Search - Search for item(s) using specific words or phrases in designated fields while applying search limiters.

On the search results screen, users can:

1. Refine search results using filters such as item status, format, location, publisher, language, subject and publication year.

2. Sort results by relevance, title, author or year.

3. Select the number of records to display per page (25, 50 or 100).

MY ACCOUNT

By signing in to Locate-My Account and clicking on My bookshelf link, users can view their library account summary and circulation details. These include:

a. On hold items and their statuses.

b. Checked-out (borrowed) items with corresponding due dates.

c. Overdue items and fines (fees).

d. Pickup items.

Users can also perform the following functions:

a. Renew Open Shelf books, Red Spot books and Restricted Loan materials

b. Place holds on checked-out (borrowed) Open Shelf books, Red Spot books and Restricted Loan materials. 

NOTE: Please sign in using your TAR UMT Gmail credentials.