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Behind the Paywall: Accessing Articles

This guide provides strategies for accessing full-text scholarly resources when faced with paywalls. Learn about library tools, open access options, and best practices for locating research beyond subscription barriers.

Ready, Set, Go ILL!

Let the loaning begin!

Follow the steps below to get your interlibrary loan:


STEP 1:

Go to https://libkey.io.


STEP 2:

Enter the DOI of the article you need. A page with 'Library Access Options' will appear. Click 'Library Access Options'. 


STEP 3: 

This link will take you to the library catalog. You may need to scroll down slightly to find a button labeled 'Request through Interlibrary Loan'. Click that button.


STEP 4: 

This will guide you through logging into your library account and take you to the ILL page, where all the article information will already be filled in. Review the details carefully, then click 'Submit' at the bottom of the page.


STEP 5: 

You will receive one email confirming that your request is being processed and another when the article is ready. Since the link is only active for a limited time and allows a limited number of clicks, we recommend downloading the article right away.