A search begins at the search screen, which contains one or more fields for entering search terms and selecting search options. EBSCOhost offers two different search screens:
Each search screen provides different options and techniques to help you focus your search. When you make your selections on a search screen, EBSCOhost searches the databases you selected for results that match your search terms.
Your library administrator determines which search options are available.EBSCOhost provides three toolbars to help you navigate through search screens and take advantage of its features:
The Tabbed Toolbar
The Sub-Toolbar
The Utility Toolbar
The Tabbed Toolbar is always available. From the Tabbed Toolbar, you can select a different search screen; click the tab you are on to clear any terms on the screen and start over; or choose other databases for searching. If available, you may also be able to select other EBSCO services to which your library subscribes.
The Sub-Toolbar is available from the search screens, and will vary depending on the database and which features your library administrator selects. Keyword, subject, and publication search modes are displayed on the sub-toolbar on both the Basic and Advanced Search Screens.
The Utility Toolbar appears in the top right corner of your browser window. From the Utility Toolbar, you can: start a new search; view the items you have saved to your folder; change display preferences; and access online help. Your library may also provide an exit link from the Utility Toolbar (or a "home library" icon).