A permalink is a URL that will consistently link to a specific resource (article, ebook, video, etc.) within a library database.
Permalinks are also referred to as:
Why use a permalink? Simply copying and pasting the URL from a browser's address bar will generally not provide a permanent link to the resource in question. Permalinks offer many advantages to users. These include:
Use the sub-tabs under the Creating Permalinks in... menu to find vendor/database-specific instructions on locating and creating permalinks for different library resources.
Note: The Permalink feature in EagleSearch will not create a permalink directly to the full text of a particular item. Rather, it will create a permalink to the item's record in EagleSearch. Creating permalinks within specific databases is always the best option, if available.