These instructions will step you through creating a buffer file from any Circulation Report. Once this buffer file has been created it can be used to bulk lend, return and extend items, move to different locations or even write off.

1. Load the Circulation report of your choice.
2. Filter the report to show the loaned resources that you would like to create a buffer file with. These items may be on loan to a particular borrower, class or room.
3. Once you have selected only the resources you would like in the buffer file, click ‘Export’ across the top.
4. When prompted click ‘No’ which is the option to export only the barcodes to a buffer file.
5. Save this file with a memorable name in a memorable location.

 Now that the buffer file has been create you can use it how you would like.

• What is a buffer file?
• Lend by Buffer File
• Return by Buffer File
• Extend by Buffer File
• Catalogue update by Buffer File
• Barcode update by Buffer File

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