Library FAQ: Research Help
How do I find the permalink in Academic Search Premier?
Answer
A permanent link, or permalink, is a link that allows users to retrieve resources for future use. Specifically, a permalink is a web address that consistently points to a specific information source such as an eBook, an article, a record in the library book search, a video, or a database.
There are multiple methods for getting a permalink in Academic Search Premiere. Below are two of the methods.
- Method One
- From the results page, click on the three horizontal dots by the article you would like the permalink for. This is the tools menu.
- Once that opens click on Create link.
- On the next page copy the URL (permalink) to the clipboard.
- Method 2
- Click on the article from the search results list which will take you to the detailed record.
- Look to the right-hand side of the detailed record and you will see options to click on, one of which is a rounded arrow (Share).
- Click on the rounded arrow (Share).
- Once that opens click on Create link.
- On the next page copy the URL (permalink) to the clipboard.
