User Guides

The following User Guides provide a wealth of information to all users on the features and functionality of the various product interfaces. They cover such topics as training, searching, account administration, and pricing. In addition, the New User Guides offer an introduction to help you get started using Dialog or DataStar.

New users are also encouraged to explore the Search Aids for in-depth tips and techniques to help you refine your search strategies.

Dialog & DialogLink

• Dialog New User Guide
• Successful Searching with Dialog Command Language
• Dialog Pocket Guide
• DialogLink 5 User Guide [PDF 2.14MB, 112pp]
• Dialog ERA^SM Quick Guide
• Dialog Database Selection Guide [PDF 646KB, 68pp]

Dialog@Site

• Dialog@Site Administrator's Guide [PDF, 2.1MB]
• Dialog@Site Appropriate Copy Guide [PDF, 464KB]
• Dialog@Site Group Administrator's Guide [PDF, 779KB]
• Dialog@Site User Guide [PDF, 1.7MB]

Dialog OnDisc

• Dialog OnDisc Search Guides & Quick Reference Cards [index]
• Dialog OnDisc Books User Guide for ASM Handbook [PDF, 1.1MB]
• Dialog OnDisc Books User Guide for Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia [PDF, 374KB]
• Dialog OnDisc for DOS User Guide [PDF, 828kKB]
• Dialog OnDisc for Macintosh User Guide [PDF, 358KB]
• Dialog OnDisc for Windows User Guide [PDF, 1.2MB]

DataStar

• DataStar New User Guide
• DataStar Quick Guide
• DataStar Search Guide [PDF, 2.6MB]

KnowledgeBase

If you need further assistance, search KnowledgeBase, a reference database that provides answers to many frequently asked questions. Produced by the Dialog Knowledge Center, KnowledgeBase draws from the extensive expertise of product, technical and subject specialists from around the globe.

Search KnowledgeBase for FAQs, product information, search tips and training materials covering all Dialog product lines.

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