Evaluate your search results critically

When using an information source, test different search profiles. The same topic may be described with different terminology in different sources, such as the online catalogue ESTER, research databases, or the library search portal Primo.

For example, one database may use a broad term, while another may use a more specific subject heading or technical term. You may need to change your keywords, add synonyms, use subject terms, or create a new search profile.

Once you identify the database or search tool that gives you the best results for your topic, it is usually useful to continue with a more thorough search in that source.