Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the GUtech Digital Library: signing in, searching, full text, citations and room bookings.
Getting Started
What is the GUtech Digital Library?
The GUtech Digital Library gives students, faculty, and staff access to academic resources, including journal articles, eBooks, research papers, and other learning materials, all in one place.
Who can use the GUtech Digital Library?
The library is available to GUtech students, faculty, and staff with a valid GUtech email account.
How do I access the Digital Library?
Visit the GUtech Library website and sign in using your GUtech email account. Once signed in, you can search for academic resources and use the available library services.
Do I need to sign in to search for resources?
Yes. You must sign in using your GUtech email account before you can search for resources or book library rooms.
Can I access the library from outside the campus?
Yes. The Digital Library is accessible from anywhere. Simply sign in with your GUtech email account to access the available resources, even when you are off campus.
Searching for Resources
How do I search for articles, books, or research papers?
Sign in to the library and enter a keyword, topic, article title, or author's name in the search box. Click Search to view the available results.
How can I narrow down my search results?
Use the filters on the search results page to refine your results by publication date, resource type, subject, or other available options.
Can I search for a specific article or book?
Yes. Enter the title of the article or book in the search box. You can also search using the author's name or relevant keywords.
What is Advanced Search?
Advanced Search allows you to combine multiple keywords and search by specific fields, such as title, author, or subject, to find more relevant results.
How can I find peer-reviewed articles?
After performing a search, use the Peer Reviewed filter, if available, to narrow your results to articles published in peer-reviewed academic journals.
What should I do if I cannot find what I am looking for?
Try different keywords, check your spelling, or remove some search filters. If you still cannot find the article you need, you can submit an article request through the Contact Us page.
Accessing and Downloading Resources
How do I read the full text of an article?
Click on the article from your search results and look for a PDF, HTML Full Text, or another available full-text link. Some articles may open directly on the publisher's website.
Why can’t I access the full text of some articles?
Some articles may not be included in GUtech's current library subscriptions. If the full text is unavailable, you can request the article through the Contact Us page.
Can I download articles and eBooks?
Yes, many resources are available for download. Download options may vary depending on the publisher and the type of resource.
Do I need to pay to access articles?
Resources included in GUtech's library subscriptions are available to eligible users at no additional cost. If an article asks for payment, contact the library team for assistance.
Can I request an article that is not available in the library?
Yes. If you cannot find or access an article, visit the Contact Us page and submit your request. Include the article title or link to help the library team identify the resource.
Research Tools and Citations
Can I generate citations for articles?
Yes. You can use the citation option available in the search results to generate references in different citation styles, such as APA or MLA. Always check the generated citation before using it in your research.
What is My Library?
My Library is your personal page on the library website. It shows the articles you saved, your last five searches (to run them again) and your upcoming discussion room booking, which you can also cancel there. Open it from the menu under your name after signing in.
Can I save articles to read later?
Yes. Press Save on any search result to keep it in My Library. There you can open the full text again, create citations and export the citations of several articles at once (APA, MLA, Harvard, Vancouver or BibTeX).
Can I share articles directly from the library?
Direct article sharing is not currently supported within the library platform.
Library Room Bookings
Can I book a room through the GUtech Library website?
Yes. You can book available library rooms through the room booking feature on the website here.
Do I need to sign in to book a room?
Yes. You must sign in using your GUtech email account before making a room booking.
What should I do if I have trouble booking a room?
Use the Help option on the right side of the library website or contact the library team through the Contact Us page.
Help and Technical Support
What should I do if I cannot sign in?
Make sure you are using your correct GUtech email account. If you are still unable to sign in, use the Help option on the website or contact the library team.
What should I do if an article or resource link is not working?
Try opening the resource again or using a different browser. If the problem continues, report it through the Contact Us page. Include the article title or link so the team can investigate.
Where can I find help while using the library?
You can click the Help option located on the right side of the library website for assistance.
How can I contact the library team?
Visit the Contact Us page to send your questions, report technical issues, or request articles that are not available in the library.
Still have a question?
The library team is happy to help with access, searching, articles and room bookings.