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Catalog FAQs

Getting Started

Logging In

My Account Features

Where do I go to see what I have checked out or on hold?

To view your account details:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. Click your username in the upper right corner.
  3. Under My Borrowing, select Checked Out or On Hold.
What is the difference between Shelves and Lists?

Shelves are designed to keep track of everything you’ve read, watched or listened to (Completed Shelf), are currently reading, watching or listening to (In Progress Shelf), or want to borrow in the future (For Later Shelf). Learn more about shelves.

A list is a collection of titles related to a specific topic or idea of your choosing (example: “Favorite Storytime Books” or “10 Best Movies about Baseball”). Lists can be shared with other library users. Learn more about creating listsLearn more about creating lists.

Can I import my existing lists from the classic catalog?

Yes, you can import your existing lists from the classic catalog. Titles will be added to your For Later Shelf:

  1. Log into your account in the new catalog.
  2. Click your username in the upper right corner.
  3. Select the “For Later Shelf” from the upper right-hand menu.
  4. Click the “Import List Items” option.

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How can I edit my privacy and sharing settings?

The new catalog includes optional social features that let you rate, review, and share your favorite titles with other users. If you prefer, you can keep your activity completely private by following these steps:

  • Log in to your account.
  • Click your username in the upper right corner.
  • Click My Settings from the drop-down menu.
  • Under the Privacy section in the left-hand menu, select My Shelves or My Feed.
  • For My Shelves privacy, check the box next to the shelves you want to keep private.
  • For My Feed privacy, check the box next to “Mark your activity feed as private."
  • Save changes.

Other account information—including checked-out items, hold details, and borrowing history—will always remain private.

Will I be able to see my reading history in the new catalog?

Yes, you can enable your reading history in the new catalog. To opt in:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. Click your username in the upper right corner.
  3. Click My Settings from the drop-down menu.
  4. On the My Settings page, under Account Preferences, find the Borrowing History setting.
  5. Click Change.
  6. On the Borrowing History page, click the toggle to turn borrowing history on or off.
  7. Click Save Changes.

Searching and Holds

How do I search materials from all CCS member libraries?

After launching a search, switch the Borrow From facet from your library to the Partner Libraries option. This will display search results from all CCS member libraries.

How do I set a preferred pickup location for holds?

To set or change your preferred pickup location:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. Click your username in the upper right corner.
  3. Click My Settings from the drop-down menu.
  4. On the My Settings page, find the Holds and Pickup Location setting.
  5. Click Change.
  6. Select your preferred pickup location from the list. You can select up to three locations.

Your Materials

Do I have to pick up my holds from Rolling Meadows Library?

No, most items can be picked up at any CCS library location. But, only if you select a different pickup location when you place your item on hold.

Where can I return my materials?

You may return your items to the Rolling Meadows Library using one of the drop off boxes or at the Check Out Desk. Most items can also be returned to any other CCS Library

How do I renew my materials?

Just like with the old catalog, your checked-out materials will auto renew if an item is eligible for renewal.