LibrarySkills@UCL: Searching for information

If your search doesn't find the results you were hoping for, don't get disheartened! Searching is an iterative process - meaning you will need to revise and revisit your search a number of times to try to improve your results. This is an important part of the process.

• Using filters and limits: One simple way to refine your search is to use limits or filters available in the database or resource you are using.
• Improving your results: For some tips on how to refine and edit your search, see our page on how to improve your search.
• Checking your search strategy: For systematic, comprehensive and / or complex search strategies, we recommend you check your strategy against standard criteria.