Section III, Chapter O
Completing Cataloging
To complete cataloging after editing bibliographic records:
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- In Control tab, change Created By to cataloger’s logon and Date Created to TODAY.
- After checking to make sure all descriptive information is correct and editing where appropriate, enter the barcode in the ITEM ID field. If barcode is wanded in, the edit item record is automatically updated. If barcode is keyed in, update the record manually.
- Generally affix barcode to lower right corner inside back cover (for exceptions see Barcoding Library Materials). Pencil call number in middle of title page. Pencil system control number in lower right corner of title page (see Book Preparation for details and exceptions)
- Place hardcover and shelve-as-is paperbacks on cataloged book truck (see Binding Guidelines for Paperbacks and Scores for exceptions for paperbacks)
- Hand Rush items to staff member at Marking Table. If no staff person is at Marking Table give Rush item to a designated alternate staff member for immediate processing.
- Place Notify, Reference, and BIC materials on special truck near the Marking Table.
- Place WRC and LSC-SPECL items on designated shelf near Marking Table.
Index Terms: Call number, authorities, barcode, paperbacks