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Patron search options
Button Description
Search using the patron's last name.
Example: Schmidt, Betty or Schmidt
When you're not sure of the spelling, start the search with a name that sounds like
the patron's last name. Type at least the first two letters for a truncated search.
Example: To search for a patron named Nowles, type
No or Noles
Search using the patron's barcode.
Example: 70900934532110
Search using the patron's ID number, which is often the social security number or
student number.
Example: If you are using social security numbers for the ID, type 630-98-1823
How to search for a patron record
1. On the Patron Maintenance toolbar, click one of the search buttons or select a
search option, such as by Name, from the Search menu. A Patron Search
dialog appears, similar to the following example:
It's okay to enter partial
names, but numbers must
be exact.
2. In the text box, depending upon which method you chose, type the last
name, barcode number, ID number, or the soundsĆlike" version of the name,