Library Search Tools

iDiscover is a one-stop search tool that helps library users to easily search across and beyond the Library’s holdings using the following searches: 

1. Basic Search - Search for item(s) using any words.

2. Advanced Search - Search for item(s) using words or phrases by specific fields and applying multiple filters.

In the search results screen, library users can easily identify if the item is a book or journal article and if the item is available online or located in the Library. They can also get an idea of the impact and popularity of an item by looking at the Scopus and Altmetric indicators. iDiscover also recommends specific databases in which users can find more information on their subject area.

In addition, library users can refine their searches by format (full-text online, scholarly & peer-review, open access, library catalogue), content type, publication date, discipline, subject terms, language and library location. Users can also see all relevant results by checking the “Add results beyond your library’s collection” check box.

Check out the overview video for a walkthrough of the features and functions of iDiscover.

Library InfoWeb is a web-based OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue). It is easy to use and is accessible at anytime, anywhere from any Internet-connected PCs or mobile devices. The URL for InfoWeb is https://infoweb.tarc.edu.my/.

ONLINE CATALOGUE

Users can perform searches using any of the following :

1. Quick Search - Search for item(s) using any words.

2. Advanced Search - Search for item(s) using words or phrases by specific fields and applying multiple filters.

In the search results screen, users can perform the following functions:

• Refine search with additional terms or facets.

• Sort the list of titles.

• Save the list of titles to cart for later viewing, saving, printing or emailing.

• Email search results and share links to social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, etc.)

By logging in to Library InfoWeb, users are able to: 

1. View library account summary and the following circulation information:

   • Requested item(s) and statuses

   • Checked-out/ borrowed item(s) and corresponding due date

   • Overdue item(s)

   • Pickup item(s)

2. Perform the following functions:

   • Renew Open Shelf books and/or Red Spot books and/or Restricted Loan materials online

   • Place requests on checked-out (borrowed) Open Shelf books and/or Red Spot books and/or Restricted Loan materials

   • Change password

   • Request/reset password

   • Rate book(s) and other materials

   • Create and save booklists

   • Save a search for subsequent login to Library InfoWeb

   • Deactivate library account due to loss of ID card