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I am trying to get an article but only see an option to "Get it for me from other libraries." What does that mean?

Under an article title you might see an option to "Get it for me from other libraries."  This means that CSUSM does not have access to the full-text of the article.  Clicking on that link will give you options to get the article from somewhere else.

1. First make sure that you're logged in with your CSUSM ID and Password. 

image showing how to view an item's availability by signing-in. There is a callout box pointing to Sign in for more options that reads, "Make sure to sign in with your CSUSM ID/Password to view an item's availability."image showing how to view an item's availability by signing-in. There is a callout box pointing to Sign in for more options that reads, "Make sure to sign in with your CSUSM ID/Password to view an item's availability."

 

2. Once you're signed in, if there is no full text available "Get it for me from other libraries" will be displayed under the article.  Click on that link.

Image highlighting the location of the Get It link

 

3. You will be taken to a results page with different options, such as:

  • Look for Open Access Version.
  • Get a digital copy
Image highlighting the location of the Get a digital copy link

 

4. Clicking on the link "Look for Open Access Version" to see if the article is available through the open web.

5. If the full text of the article isn't available through Open Access, you can request the article by clicking on "Get It", located under "Get a digital copy."

  • Fill out the form and click "Submit Request."

6. Then you're done! In about a day, you should receive the article at your CSUSM email address.

Answered by: Amanda Kalish CSUSM | Last updated on: Jan 06, 2025 | Views: Views: 79

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