Be flexible in your searching. The terms used to describe a specific topic can vary greatly. Another way to access a periodical article is to do a keyword search. Keyword searching is a technique by which you search an index for a word or words. This method can only be used with CD-ROMs and online databases, which vary depending upon the searching interface, so check with a librarian for the exact searching rules.
Some libraries have their periodical holdings listed in the online catalog.
In that case, you would search for a periodical title the same way you search for a book title. Other libraries have a list that shows which particular journals and magazines they have. Return to top of page. The purpose of interlibrary loan is to borrow or obtain copies of materials not found in a local collection or provide copies of library materials requested by other libraries. All types of libraries participate in interlibrary loan.