What is OPAC?
OPAC stands for Online Public Access Catalog, and is a term common to libraries. It's what the patrons use when they go online and search our catalog, place holds, manage their account, etc. It's important to know that the OPAC looks and works differently from the staff side of Koha.
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Staff are encouraged to be familiar with the features of the OPAC so they may assist patrons and answer their questions.
Patrons log in with their full library card number and last name. Along with the basics like searching the catalog, placing holds, and renewing their checked out items, patrons can also:
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Staff are encouraged to be familiar with the features of the OPAC so they may assist patrons and answer their questions.
Patrons log in with their full library card number and last name. Along with the basics like searching the catalog, placing holds, and renewing their checked out items, patrons can also:
- Select how long their check out history should be kept - 1) The default 60 days, 2) never, or 3) forever;
- Keep a list of items they've checked out (privacy setting: forever). This info is not available on the staff side;
- Delay (or suspend) a hold to a begin on a date they specify;
- Link to social media to share comments on items they've checked out;
- Submit updates to their address, phone, email information - staff receives a notification and must approve the modifications;
- Keep lists of books - these can be either shared or kept private. It's a good alternative to placing large numbers of holds at once;
- Decide what automatic notices they receive;
- See their fine/fee history.
