Where a basic search is useful in discovering a number of resources, an advanced search may be more successful in helping one find more relevant resources, or a specific source you have some information about.
1. From the search screen, next to the search bar, click on “Advanced Search” a new search box with multiple options will display.
2. Select applicable fields i.e., San Jose State Collections or Articles, field-where your search will look for your term(s) entered i.e. title or author name, select your material type, and date range.
3. When you have entered all of the criteria applicable to your search click on the green “Search” button in the lower left of the search box.