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Unit 5: Search Tools: The Online Catalog

Lesson 5: Search by Format


What is the advantage of selecting a format?

If you need to find DVDs only, for example, selecting Audio/Visual from the “Format:” drop-down menu will prevent you from wading through non-DVD resources. This will make your search more efficient, saving you time.

The list below includes a description of each format that you can select from the “Format:” drop-down menu.



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