LibGuides: Using Gimlet: Tags

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**When recording your questions in Gimlet, please select the tag(s) that most closely represent the question.**
TAG NAME	DEFINITION	EXAMPLES	MOST OFTEN USED WITH
Archive	Use when you refer a patron to the library's archivist, Frances Marshall (Rhonda or Denise, in her absence).	Can I see a book from the WV Archive/Shepherd Archive? Can I look at a book from the Rare Book Collection? Do you have materials about Jefferson County? Do you have books about Shepherd University?	Reference
Catalog	Use when you look up information in the library's online catalog (WorldCat Discovery).	Title Search Author Search Keyword Search	Reference
Citation	Use when asked how to cite an article or publication.	How do I cite something in APA (or MLA, Chicago/Turabian)? Is this citation done correctly?	Reference
Computer_Hardware	Use when there are issues with computer hardware.	Screen freezes Keys don't work	Technology
Computer_Software	Use when there is a problem/question regarding software.	Do you have Canva? How do you indent in Microsoft Word? How do you insert columns in Microsoft Excel? How do you create a Power Point? How do I send emails?	Technology
Databases	Use when someone needs assistance with searching databases.	How do I search for something in EbscoHost? Where can I find peer-reviewed articles? Which database to use for (subject)? Do you have Lexis Nexis?	Reference
Equipment	Use when someone needs assistance with library equipment.	How do you use the microfilm reader? I need help with the Scantron machine. How do I scan and send a document to my email?	Technology
Events	Use when someone asks about events in the library or on campus.	What time will the artist talk begin? Where is the art show? (this question should also use the tag 'Where Is') When will the coffee and cookies event begin?	Directional
Google_Scholar	Use when you direct a student to search in Google Scholar	How do I get to/use Google Scholar?	Reference
Hours	Use when you are asked the library hours.	When does the library close today? What are the weekend/holiday hours? Where can I access the library hours calendar?	Directional
Interlibrary_Loan_(ILL)	Use when you direct a patron to request an item we do not own from another library.	What is interlibrary loan? How do I request an ILL? Can I renew an ILL? How long does it take to get an ILL?	Reference Directional
Journals	Use when asked if the library carries a particular journal.	Where are the current periodicals? Do you have the journal, (title)? (also use the tag for 'Databases' and 'Catalog', since you will be searching to see if we own this title). How can I tell if a journal is peer-reviewed? (also use 'Databases' and 'Catalog' for this question.)	Reference Directional
LibGuides	Use when you refer a patron to the library's LibGuides.	How do I know which databases are for (subject)? Where can I get information about copyright? Is there a guide to the LC call number system?	Reference
Login	Use when you help someone login.	How do I logon to the library computers? How do I login to RAIL? Where do I find my username and password?	Technology
Mobile_Printing	Use when asked about (or suggesting) mobile printing.	How does mobile printing work? Can I print from my laptop? Can I print from my phone?	Technology
Printing	Use when dealing with issues/questions regarding printing.	How do I print this document? The printer is jammed How much does printing cost?	Technology
Ready_Reference	Use when answering basic reference questions.	Which book would help me with APA citations? (also use tag, 'Catalog') Do you have a world atlas? (also use tag, 'Catalog') Do you have a dictionary? (also use tag, 'Catalog') What is the tallest building in the United States? What is the longest river in the world?	Reference
Room_No_Vacancy	Use when there is no room available.	Do you have a room? Can I get a study room now?	Directional
Where_Is?	Use when you direct someone to a physical destination.	Where is I.T. Services? Where is the Reference Desk? Where can I get my Rambler card replaced?	Directional
Wifi	Use when you answer questions regarding Shepherd's Wifi.	Can community members connect to Shepherd's Wifi? How can students connect their phones to Shepherd's Wifi? (also select 'Where_Is?', since you will be directing student to I.T. Services).	Technology
Other	Use when nothing else works.	Why is the carbohydrate count different in two sacks of potatoes?	Reference Directional Technology

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