With those databases, like Primary Search , that support subject searching a divided search screen appears. This screen offers a field for keyword or natural language searching, or links for subject-specific searching. The narrower subjects, when clicked, launch a search and retrieve a range of related articles. For those databases that do not support subject searching, users are presented with a search screen that offers keyword or natural language searching. In addition to keyword, natural language and subject searching, users may select to search by hot topics from the Searchasaurus map.
Hot topics enable users to view articles that cover current events or issues.
Throughout the search process, the Searchasaurus dinosaur accompanies users and offers a link to a new search or, via his compass, a link back to the Searchasaurus map, making it easy for young users to navigate through their searches. From the result list, users can access complete articles from magazines, encyclopedias, books and more. Users can also access a list of Web sites related to their searches to retrieve additional information. These interfaces will showcase features specific to middle and high school, academic and public library markets. Like Searchasaurus , each new interface will have a look and feel that caters to the specific user group.