findit@flinders is our library search tool that allows you to search across the Library's online and physical collections in one place. We would recommend it as an excellent starting point for most research projects.
Handy Tip: Log in to Findit at the top right-hand corner of any page using your FAN and password. This will ensure you can access all online collections as well as your active loans, due dates, and item requests.
Here are some simple ways to search for resources using findit@flinders
Type in some keywords
Use quotation marks " " to search as a phrase
Advanced search enables you to define your search scope with greater precision. In line one, the first dropdown box options include title, author/creator, or subject. The second dropdown includes contains, is (exact), or starts with. The search can also be limited by material type, language and publication date.
Search results are records for physical or online items that match your search terms. The basic view of a record will include information such as the title, author, publication date, edition, and where you can find it (in the library or online). It also indicates the resource type, e.g. book, article, journal.
Physical items will have a location number and the library branch where it is held. For eBooks, journals and articles, click the ‘Available Online’ link. If a physical item is at another branch or on loan you can place a hold request.
The Library can have several versions of an item.
Click ‘versions/editions of this records exists. See all versions’ to expand the record to see edition and location information.
Save searches, add records and set up notifications.
Log in to save searches and records.
From the results list you can save individual items by clicking the PIN icon on the top right.
To save a complete search, click ‘Save Query’ at the top of the results page.
You can arrange individual saved records into labels, and set up notifications to be alerted when new items are added to a saved search.
To use the app as a Flinders student you must enter a token number directly into the app.
Follow the instructions below to retrieve your token:
- Request a token using your Flinders email address here (login with FAN and password if prompted)
- Check your email for the token number
- Download the eTG app (Apple Store or Google Play)
- Open the app and choose "Institutional login"
- Login using your Flinders email address and token number
- The app will need to be renewed each year, a reminder will be sent to your Flinders email address
If you do not receive a token/renewal email, contact eTG at support@tg.org.au with details of your problem. Ensure that you send this email from your Flinders email account and provide your name and student/staff number.
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