How can I improve my search?

If you got too few results try one or more of these tips:

• Use an OR with synonyms to broaden your search

• Consult a thesaurus or index for more search terms

• Reduce the number of concepts

• Use more general terms

• Use truncation to get variations or alternate spellings of your term

• Use the broadest search possible (usually Keywords in most databases)

• Check your spelling

• Check to see if you used AND and OR properly

• Check to see if you are using the best database for your topic

If you get too many results try one or more of these tips:

• Use an AND to narrow your search

• Use more precise terms

• Use subject headings instead of Keywords

• Consult a thesaurus or index for more narrower terms

• Remove truncation

• Search in a specific field, such as the Subject or Title field, instead of searching Keywords

• Use limits such as language, years or document type.