Most of the activity within the application takes place on the Main form. The form is divided into several sections.
The top-area of the form displays the name of the active user. To switch between basic patrons and administrative users, click the Login button to access the Change User form. You can also use the F12 key to display this form.
The left area of the form provides buttons used to access the different activities available on the Main form.
The Library Item button provides access to item lookup features. Use the F2 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Patron Record button provides access to the current status of the patron's record. Use the F3 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Help button lets you access the assistance features of the application. Use the F4 key as a shortcut for this button. You can also press the F1 key at any time to access on-line help.
The Check Out Items button lets patrons or administrators check out library items. Your workstation may or may not provide access to this button when in patron mode. Use the F5 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Check In Items button lets administrators check in library items. Use the F6 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Administration button provides access to various system management features. Use the F7 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Daily Processing button provides access to features that must be performed regularly. Use the F8 key as a shortcut for this button.
The Print Reports button allows you to print reports and barcode labels. Use the F9 key as a shortcut for this button.
Most of the main form is used to display fields related to the currently selected activity.
To exit the application, click the Close (x) button located in the upper-right corner of the form.