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Explore: Finding books, journals and more

A guide to searching Explore and managing your UCL library account

Working with your results

In this section you will find information on working with your results, including more detail on using Explore functions such as:

Personalize results

At the top of the results list, next to the number of results, you will notice a Personalize button. This button lets you choose your preferred area of research and by adjusting the ranking algorithm it focuses your search on specific disciplines. The Personalize button does not replace topic filters or act as a filter.

Explore personalize button

Click on Personalize to see a list of disciplines, you can focus on a broad area of research or sub-discipline(s). When you are happy with your selection click personalize it!. At the top of the filters panel you will see your choice(s), you will also have the the option of prioritising newer material.

Explore personalize options

Explore personalize new materials