Ways to Search in Ely Library Online Catalog
There are several options for searching using the Ely Library QuickSearch, In this section of Searchpath, we'll learn about the Simple Search, and Advanced Search. 
 
Type of Search What It Does
Simple Keyword (or Boolean) Search Searches the entire catalog by keyword for Books, Articles in Databases, Videos, or Everything. Also does Command searches using Boolean connectors (and , or).
Advanced Search   Finds records with words anywhere or in specific fields (Subject, Author, Title, and Journal Source) of records. Searches for keywords and phrases using Boolean connectors. Limits (see below) are available.
Popular Limits   Limits Searches to full text articles and peer-reviewed articles.
Limits Limits Keyword, Subject, Author, Title, Journal Source, and some Heading searches by: Year of publication, Audience, Format, Language, Content Type.
Course Reserve Finds course materials placed on reserve by an instructor.

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