Reading Lists Support for Staff

If an item (a book, journal or journal article etc.) is available through Primo, you should use this method of adding resources to ensure that your students are correctly authenticated when accessing the item through your list.

1. Click on the  button at the top of the list and select New item > Search the library.

2. This will open a new window. The search box defaults to Books, journal titles, etc. Type in the book details and do your search.

3. From the list of results you can either:

• Drag and drop the item directly into the list by hovering over your required item and using the drag icon  

OR

• Click the  button and choose the section to which you wish to add it (see below). Then click Add & Edit or Add. This can sometimes be an easier option if you have a list with a lot of sections.

N.B. If several results for the same item are found, e.g. different editions, or print items and an eBook, make sure you choose the record you wish your students to see. If it indicates that additional versions are available, always click to see - you might otherwise miss an eBook version or a later edition.

4. You will see the newly selected item on your list. Continue if you wish to add more. Once you have finished adding items, click the X to close the search window.