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Linking to Library Resources

Create shareable links to library databases and resources.

Link to a Resource

To create a shareable link to a specific resource in Kanopy, open the database using the link on the Libraries' A-Z Database List, locate the resource, then:

  1. From the detailed record for the specific resource, click Share.
  2. Copy the URL that appears in the Link field.

Share this link with Georgia Southern students, faculty, and staff. This link should work on or off campus.

 

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Link to a Resource in Folio

As of July 2022, Kanopy's video embed feature does not support using select mobile devices via Folio. The Libraries do not recommend embedding Kanopy videos in Folio. Instead, link to the video using Kanopy's Share Link feature (see example).  

To link to the record and video using the Share Link, open Kanopy using the link on the Libraries' A-Z Database List, locate the resource, then:

  1. From the detailed record for the specific resource, click Share.
  2. Copy the URL that appears in the Link field.

    First, from the detailed record for the specific resource, click "Share". Second, highlight and copy the URL that appears in the Share Link field.
     
  3. Next, navigate to the module in Folio where you want to include the video and follow the steps to create a link in this video:


     
  4. Kanopy requires mobile and TV users to download and install their mobile app to watch videos on their device. Be sure to include instructions for your students to download the Kanopy app if they will be using a mobile device or TV. The Libraries recommend that students download and configure the app in advance. Instructions for supported devices are available here:

 

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Link to a Result List

To create a shareable link to a specific list of results in Kanopy, open the database using the link on the Libraries' A-Z Database List, conduct your search, then:

  1. From the list of results, copy the URL that appears in the Address Bar of the browser.

 

From the list of results, copy the URL that appears in the Address Bar of the browser.

Share this link with Georgia Southern students, faculty, and staff. This link should work on or off campus.

 

For more information, Ask Us!