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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the genre information located within Alexandria?
Genre information is pulled from the 655_a MARC tag. You can view and modify the data in the Items module using the Items Editor or MARC View Editor.
Can I enter more than one 655_a genre field to my Item records?
Yes! Add as many genre fields as you need for your patrons to find the item in Search. Keep in mind that only one genre will be displayed in the Items module, but you can click on the pencil icon to open the Genre Editor and view the rest.
How do I get genre information into my item records?
The easiest way is to ask your vendors to include genre information in the 655_a field of the MARC record, so it's added upon import. You can also add it by editing your records manually or by using the MARC editing tools, such as certain Utilities or Authority Control.
What does text-unmediated-volume mean?
Text-Unmediated-Volume is the RDA medium format for books. We suggest creating an alias within your Authority Control for the RDA medium types so they do not confuse your patrons.
Where should my series information be located?
Whether adding series information manually or automatically via an Import or Utility, check your records to make sure the series is being cataloged in the 830 MARC field so the item displays and sorts correctly in Search.
