Match and merge records
The records in the search queue are searched
against the SILO Locator. The search is performed using a standard number as a
match point first, or if no standard number is present, a title search is
performed.
The search results are displayed along with a statement about how many matching records were found.
The search results are displayed along with a statement about how many matching records were found.
- Carefully review the records in the results list. Look for a record that matches the item described by your record. Pay close attention to, and look for matching standard number, title, author, description, copyright date, publisher
- If a record is displayed that matches your item, select it by clicking in the radio button beside the record. The first record is always automatically selected.
- Click Add
Submission to Locator
- If no record in the results list matches your item you can choose from these options:Discard Submission – this action removes the record from the Exception List. The record is NOT added to the SILO Locator. Search Again – this option allows you to perform a different search in the SILO Locator. For example, if a standard number search yielded unsatisfactory results, try searching by title. Follow the steps above to select a matching record on which to attach your library’s holding.
- Add as New Title – This forces the record to be added to the SILO Locator as a new title. These records will appear in the SILO Locator after the 10th day of the next month.
Deadline to File E-Rate Form 470
