About batch searching

Overview

• The client uses your default authority local save file to store search keys you enter until you run the batch.
• You can change the default local file from the same dialog where you enter the search keys if needed.
• You can import search keys from a text file (*.txt) that contains each search key on a separate line.
• After you run the batch, the search results are downloaded to the same local file.
• In addition to entering LC authority file search keys, you can download records from the authority online save file.

Set up for batch searching

Navigate to Tools > Options > Batch tab to check or change the following options for batch searching:

• Maximum number of search results to download (default: 1 record; maximum: 150 records)
• Retain batch search keys for searches that:
  • Found no matches
  • Found too many matches
  • Produced an error

 Note: By default, all settings are cleared.