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LibGuides for Library Staff: LibGuides Help

Guidelines for library staff for creating and maintaining research guides.

Set up Your Profile

  1. Log in to LibApps.
  2. Click on My Profile in the yellow bar.
  3. For Box Title, enter your job title, e.g. Reference and Instruction Librarian
  4. Enter your preferred Pronouns.
  5. For Profile Image, Upload a new profile image.
  6. Contact Info - In the Address box, list your liaison areas, e.g. Liaison to English, World Languages, and Science
  7. Contact Info - Enter your phone number and email address.

You can view All Profile Pages to see what other staff profiles look like.

LibGuides Help & Ideas

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  • Chat Smarter: How to Make the Most of Your LibAnswers ChatbotThis link opens in a new window When your patrons visit your library’s website with a question, the last thing they want is a confusing experience or a dead-end chatbot. That’s why LibAnswers Chatbot is designed differently. This isn’t artificial intelligence – it’s librarian intelligence. Jun 10, 2025
  • Too Many Shifts, Not Enough Time? Try LibStaffer’s Auto SchedulerThis link opens in a new window Managing library staff schedules can often feel like solving a complex math equation, with numerous variables such as different departments, diverse positions, varying skill sets, and multiple buildings to consider. This task can be overwhelming, but LibStaffer is here to simplify the process and help you reclaim valuable staff time. With the Auto Scheduler, you can effortlessly create the ideal schedule you've been dreaming of.   Jun 6, 2025
  • Shake Up Your Summer with Exciting New Products from SpringshareThis link opens in a new window Whether you're catching up on projects between semesters or ramping up for the ultimate Summer Reading Program, you'll want to carve out time in the coming weeks to learn about some exciting new products from Springshare! We're passionate about helping libraries thrive in a digital-first world, so we are thrilled to announce some shiny new tools designed to elevate your outreach and put you in full control of your website: LibConnect Pro and LibSites with Personalized Patron Portal. Jun 3, 2025
  • LibCal, LibAnswers, LibGuides, LibInsight, and LibWizard Features Coming Your Way!This link opens in a new window These releases are on their way to you next week, and will be live in all regions by the end of the day on Friday, June 6, 2025. May 30, 2025