Users must log in with their library card number and PIN to access full features of the catalog like commenting or tagging. They can initially skip login but may be prompted if trying certain restricted actions. When registering, a username can include letters and numbers up to 24 characters long, and an email is optional. The account settings page allows customizing the username, email, preferred pickup locations, and changing the PIN number. Help is available through context-specific help buttons and a FAQ page.

1. Logging OnRegisteringAccount SettingsBPL Catalogue Staff Training 1BPL Apr. 12 2011

2. Logging OnThe Catalogue home page will prompt login from users. The first login is made by typing in the BPL card number And the assigned 4-digit pin number. Users can skip the login step at first, and enter the information later in thesession by clicking the login link at the top right-hand corner of the screen. BPL Apr. 12 2011

3. Logging OnIf a user chooses to not login at the beginning of their session, they may be prompted to login if they try to perform certain actions.i.e. commenting, tagging, or accessing My BPL. BPL Apr. 12 2011

4. Registering A Username can be lettersand numbers, up to 24 characters.Adding an email address is optional. BPL Apr. 12 2011

5. Account SettingsOnce registered, customers can updateTheir account by clicking ‘Account Settings’BPL Apr. 12 2011

6. Account SettingsUsernameWhat other users see (username or name)Email Address Preferred Locations. This shows when your searchresults state “available at”. First is the default pickup location for holds.PIN ChangesBPL Apr. 12 2011

7. Help!On most pages inthe new Catalogue there is a small question mark in a blue circle. Clicking this button will launch a help screen that relates to thecurrent page. These topics can be browsed and searched from this screen.The always helpful “Frequently Asked Questions” appear onthe right hand side of most pages to aid users.BPL Apr. 12 2011