Advanced Searching in the MHRR | Scribe

    Advanced Searching in the MHRR

    • Monash Health Library |
    • 11 steps |
    • 49 seconds
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    Open the "Research Outputs" page.
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    Use the dropdown to select a specific field to search within.
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    Add your search term to the search bar.
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    When searching within the "Title" field, phrases must be enclosed in quotation marks, e.g. ("antiviral therapy") Single-word search terms, e.g. cancer, do not require punctuation.
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    Click the plus (+) sign to add a new search line.
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    Enter additional search terms as needed.
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    Run your search.
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    To reduce the number of results, click "Add Filters" to further refine your search.
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    Use the dropdown to customise your filter.
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    Select "Equals" to find an exact match for your search term. Select "Contains" if you do not require an exact match.
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    Enter your keyword(s). Click "Add" to run an updated search with this filter.
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    Tip! As you type in a new keyword, an autocomplete may appear. In the screenshot above, the parenthetical number -- "(4)" -- shows the number of matching records. I.e. if you add this search term, you will see 4 results.
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    The "Title" filter does not recognise phrases. Add additional "Title" filters to find multiple keywords in the title field. Use the "Add" button to add each new filter. Alternatively, return to the Research Outputs page and search for a complete phrase within the "Title" field.
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    From the results page, you can also edit the text in your search bar.
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    After removing or amending your search terms, click "Go" to run your updated search.