Manually add an item
If you cannot find a resource through the Library Search option, you can add the details manually by following the steps below.
Caution: Any PDFs or documents must be sent to LibOnlineReadings.HQ@acu.edu.au for copyright compliance.
Library staff will check:
- Provenance and source details.
- That the scanned quality meets ACU standards for accessibility.
- If the resource is published online by predatory publishes, for example, Academia.
- If the resource is available on a legitimate website.
Step one
Click +Add and select Manual entry.
Step two
1. Select an option from the Type drop-down menu.
2. Add the Title.
3. Click Next.
Step three
4. Paste the URL into the URL field.
If you are adding an ACU subscribed library resource to your list, you must use an OpenAthens URL. If you do not, students off campus will not be able to access the reading. See how to on the Link to library resources guide - generate an OpenAthens link.
5. Complete the other fields, such as Publisher and Publication date. Click Next.
Step four
6. Select where the resource is to appear in the reading list from the Add to section drop-down menu.
7. Type in a Note for students.
8. Add any Tags from the drop-down menu and click Add.