This document is about the OVID WWW Chinese User Manual. It introduces the login process, searching, database information, search tools, and storage, printing, and emailing operations.
About this manual
This manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for accessing and using the Ovid database system. It includes details on logging in, selecting databases, and navigating the interface.
The guide also describes advanced search techniques, managing output with the citation manager, and handling duplicate records. It serves both basic and advanced users of the Ovid platform.
What's inside
- Logging In
- Database Information
- Basic Mode
- Advanced Mode
- Search Tools
- Citation Manager
- Removing Duplicates
- Vocabulary Mapping
- Scope Note Display
- Thesaurus
Frequently asked questions
How do I log in to Ovid?
Enter your user ID and password, choose Basic or Advanced mode, and click the "Start Ovid" button.
How can I search multiple databases at once?
Select the "select more than one database to search" tab and choose up to five databases to search simultaneously.
How do I remove duplicate records from search results?
Use the "Removing Duplicates" function in the citation manager to eliminate duplicate entries.
What tool helps manage citations and output?
The Citation Manager allows you to manage output, edit citations, and organize references.