Helpful tips for navigating our online resources.
Whether you are new to the library, navigating our online resources for the first time, or just need a little extra help, we are here for you.
- Tips for downloading popular magazines
- Learn how to use our ebook and audiobook platforms
- Tutorials for using online newspapers, classes and research tools
Ebooks & Audiobooks
OverDrive / Libby
- What is OverDrive / Libby?
- Getting Started tutorial, with tips for device set up and site navigation
- Access our collection using saclibrary.overdrive.com or by searching for Sacramento Public Library on the Libby app
- If you don’t have a library card, sign up for an ecard or enter your phone number in Overdrive or Libby and get instant access to our collection
- Start borrowing and enjoying ebooks, audiobooks and videos
Hoopla
- Getting started tutorial
- Visit Hoopla or download the mobile app by searching for “Hoopla Digital” in your app store
- Create an account using your library card
- Items in the Hoopla collection are always available as there are no holds. You can check out up to 5 items per month
- Start borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, videos, TV shows, music or comics
Magazines
Flipster
- Getting started tutorial
- Start borrowing digital magazines from the comfort of your home
Newspapers, Online Classes, Research, Resources for Kids and More
- Getting started tutorials, for help across a myriad of resources for all ages
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