Q. Will library search save my search history?

Great question, however, the answer is a little more complex!

Many browsers will retain your search history automatically. If you use our library search while not logged into your library account, a history of searches may appear due to your browser’s (e.g. Google Chrome) autofill/auto complete function. These searches are saved within the browser and may disappear if you clear your browser cache.

To save your search history within library search: 

1. Go to the Seneca Libraries homepage.
2. Sign into your library account.
3. Select the “New Search” tab to begin searching. 

Each search will automatically be saved and can be retrieved by navigating to the top-right corner of the search page and either selecting the pin icon beside your name, or by clicking your name and selecting Search History in the drop-down menu.

Why save searches? 

Saving your search history means you can easily recall past searches and then check for updated results. Terms you've searched before will appear with a clock symbol beside them.

Our library search will maintain a history of your latest 100 searches queries. Search history is saved between sessions and is used for recent search suggestions. At any time, you can delete entries from the search history by selecting the delete option.