The document provides instructions for using the ProQuest database. It explains that the advanced search page allows for more search options than the basic keyword search. It describes searching and filtering options as well as how search results are displayed. It also outlines what users will see when full-text articles are available and how to access full-text in PDF or HTML format for viewing, printing and saving.

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IF you see this basic
search page when you
enter ProQuest,
change to the
advanced search page.
(A simple keyword
search can be
performed here, but
choose advanced for
more options.)

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Advanced search
Add keywords to the
advanced search
fields.
Note options for
limiting search as well
for full text, dates,
type of articles and
more.

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Search results screen

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From Search results screen…
Basic article information – links to full text and PDF full
text will appear when available for that article.

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From Search results screen…
When full-text is not available in ProQuest, use the
Find It! Button to check availability in other HACC
Databases.

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From Search results screen…
Narrowing options – box on
the right allows narrowing results
to type of article (including
scholarly), subjects areas, and
more.

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A full-text article - use options at top for printing,
citing help, saving to USB, and sharing via e-mail.
PDF full text, when available, is through an additional
link.

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A PDF full-text article - use icons
at top for saving and printing.

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Some articles may be available
as simple HTML text instead of
or in addition to PDF versions.
Be sure to use the database’s
print option (not your browser)
for best printing results.