LibAnswers: Primo (CavsSEARCH)

When you search for articles in CavsSEARCH, the results page offers much more than just a title and a link. Each article record is packed with tools and information designed to help you access, evaluate, and manage your research more effectively. Whether you're writing your first college paper or conducting in-depth graduate research, understanding the layout and features of the article results page can save you time and improve the quality of your work.

This guide breaks down each section of the CavsSEARCH article record—like how to get full-text access, generate citations, explore related readings, and more—so you can make the most of every search. Use it as a reference whenever you're navigating your library’s discovery system.

1. Article

This is the main record for the item you searched. It includes the title, authors, journal name, publication date, and sometimes a brief abstract. Use this section to quickly decide if the article is relevant to your topic.

2. Send To

This section provides tools to export, save, or share the article. You can:

• Email the record to yourself or others
• Generate a citation in APA, MLA, or Chicago
• Export to citation managers like EndNote or RefWorks
• Create a permalink for easy future access
• Print the record

It’s a great way to stay organized and avoid losing track of useful sources.

3. Get it from Other Locations

If your library doesn’t have the full text, this section shows interlibrary loan or document delivery options. You can request the item from another library, often at no cost. This is especially useful for accessing hard-to-find or paywalled content.

4. View Online

If the article is available digitally, this section provides direct links to the full text through databases or publisher websites. Click here to read or download the article immediately.

5. Details

This section includes metadata about the article, such as:

• Subject terms
• Language
• Publisher
• ISSN/ISBN
• Description or abstract

Use this to understand the article’s focus and to find keywords for future searches.

6. Links

This area may include external links to the publisher’s site, related databases, or additional resources. It’s helpful for accessing supplementary material or verifying publication details.

7. Citations

This section shows citation relationships:

• Cited by: Articles that reference this one
• References: Articles this one cites

It’s a powerful tool for following the research trail and discovering related scholarship.

8. Related Reading 

Here you’ll find suggested articles or books based on the current item. These are often on similar topics or from the same journal. It’s a great way to expand your research and find more sources without starting a new search.