Library of Texas - Basic Searching
Search multiple Texas library catalogs and subscription-only databases simultaneously.
The Library of Texas searches for books, articles, CDs, videos, and other information resources from over 75 public libraries, 52 academic libraries, 4 special libraries, and 17 subscription-only databases. Library of Texas finds items that have your search terms(s) in their author, title, subject, abstract, or ID-number fields. Choose to search only library catalogs, only databases, or a combination of both. Some resources, especially those found in databases, will be available in full-text online. Other items, such as books, CDs, and videos, can be obtained through inter-library loan. Access the Library of Texas search interface directly at www.libraryoftexas.org or through the home page of your local library.
Simple Keyword Search :
You are looking for information resources about planning a wedding:
1 - Choose the Subject Area in which to search. Each subject area contains a selection of library catalogs and databases that are most relevant to the subject category you have chosen.
2 - Enter your Search Word(s) into the search box. Only items matching all search words will be displayed.
3 - Select in which library catalogs and databases you would like to search. Search !
Search Results:
Click on the library catalog or database name on the left to see the results from that index.
The first 10 results from Austin Community College consist of : 5 books and 5 electronic resources
Results Symbols Key:
 Book - Request a book through inter-library loan or search online bookstores to purchase the item.
 Electronic Resource - Electronic books and articles from databases. Articles may be available in full-text online. If not, request the source through inter-library loan.
 Physical Article - An article that is not available online. Request through inter-library loan.
 Video recording - Video cassette or dvd. Request through inter-library loan or search online bookstores to purchase the item.
 CD - Request through inter-library loan.
Special Feature:
Design your own unique search interface by choosing build a group of favorites under Personal Settingson the left-hand side of the Basic Search page.
Select a group of catalogs and databases you frequently use. Name the group and press Save. Your search group will be listed under My Favorites . You may build up to ten unique search groups.
If you want more help, click “ Help” to get more detailed information about Library of Texas.
This page was revised by Sophronia Bruno in Spring 2007.
INF 382S: Library Instruction and Information Literacy, taught by Dr. Loriene Roy
School of Information, The University of Texas at Austin
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