Get one-click article access with LibKey Nomad

News | Posted on Tuesday 1 October 2024

LibKey Nomad is a University-approved, free browser extension that delivers one-click access to the full-text articles of library-subscribed journals, as well as open access journals or any open access versions of articles.

A student with a laptop which has the LibKey Nomad button on the screen

This tool works in the background, automatically detecting when you're on a page with open access materials or with a library-subscribed journal article, and flagging available links to full-text PDFs. We'd highly reccomend all students and staff download the extension: it's simple but incredibly useful - especially when you're working off campus.  

Installation

LibKey Nomad is easy to install and is available for major browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. This is a University approved browser extension, and safe to use. 

  1. Visit ThirdIron's LibKey Nomad Download Page
  2. Select your preferred browser and click the download/install button
  3. Follow the prompts: type 'York' in the box to get a short list and then click on 'University of York' to complete the installation 

LibKey Nomad will then configure itself to provide access based on the library subscriptions at the University of York. 

For more information see the LibKey Nomad page of our site. 

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