Developing a library toolbar

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to review the toolbar creation service, Conduit™ and provide instruction for configuring the toolbar search box.

Design/methodology/approach

This article is based on the experience of the Dulaney‐Browne Library while developing a library toolbar using Conduit™.

Findings

Conduit™ is a free service for creating toolbars to use with Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. Conduit™ is user‐friendly and initiative. However, there is a compatibility issue with the internet explore version and the Ebrary Reader ActiveX Control.

Originality/value

This paper offers helpful tips on developing a library toolbar.

Citation

Jones, E. (2008), "Developing a library toolbar", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 25 No. 9, pp. 7-9. https://doi.org/10.1108/07419050810946187