What is a Permalink?
by Rachel Walters on 2020-08-03T00:00:00-04:00 in Databases, Research | 0 Comments
What is a Permalink?
Do you need a permalink for your paper reference?
Do you want to save a link to an article so you can read it later?
You need a permalink!
So copy the URL or link in my browser window, right? Not exactly.
When you are using OCLS databases, the link in your browser window changes each time you log in. If you save this URL or link, you will not be able to get back to the article.
The permalink is the permanent "address" for the article and will take you there every time.
The permalink can be found in different places, depending on which OCLS database you are using.
EBSCO Databases and OCLS QUICKsearch
- Click Permalink in the Tools menu.
- A Permalink box will appear above the article title.
- Select this URL and Copy (CRTL + C) it.
- Paste (CRTL + V) it into a document to save it for later.
ProQuest Databases
- Click the All Options button.
- A save options window appears.
- Click the link, and it will automatically be copied.
- Paste (CRTL + V) it into a document to save it for later.
Other Databases
Permalinks are located in different places in each database.
If you have any questions about locating or saving a permalink, contact OCLS by filling out the OCLS Request Form.
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