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Q. What does Personalize do in OneSearch?

Answered By: Beth Juhl
Last Updated: Jun 28, 2024     Views: 89

One way to focus your results in OneSearch is to use the Personalize button. 

OneSearch Personalize Button

After conducting a search, switch the Personalize button on to limit your results to up to five subject areas. 

Personalizing search results in OneSearch

If you wish to prioritize recent results, you can click the Prefer Newer checkbox, as well. 

Prefer Newer checkbox in OneSearch

How Long does Personalize Last?

Personalize is persistent through your search session and will filter any new searches, as well.

If you are signed in to your library account, the Personalize settings will persist across search sessions until you turn them off.

What's Included in Personalize Results? 

A search limited with "Personalize" will generally include mostly online materials.  For a more comprehensive search that includes physical materials, you may need to edit your search terms and turn Personalize off. 

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