Author searches are entered last name then first name, such as Michener James. You do not have to capitalize and you do not have to enter a comma between first and last name. Subject searches must use the terms used in the Library of Congress subject heading books available near the reference desk. Here subject, title, author, etc. To select a search option, use the arrow keys to move the cursor until the option you want is highlighted.
Correct spelling is essential.
If you mistype, use the backspace key to erase and type over. If you have mistyped the search word, you can reenter the correct spelling or browse forward or backward through the list. A feature not found in traditional catalogs is call number searching. You may search for items in shelf order by entering a call number such as QA76.5 P or j fic Kel or PE Sec. Workman to find out what other items the Library owns with similar call numbers.