02 Getting Started

02. Getting Started

Following is the information you will need to know to get started with LibCode Suite… What you need to know before installing LibCode Suite Methods or Different Setup Options for Installing LibCode Suite How to customise LibCode Suite What to do to prepare for Data Entry How the menus, toolbars & shortcut keys work

02.01 Before installing LibCode Suite

LibCode Suite is provided for use on an annual basis under the following conditions: That you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the Licence & Support Agreements. Your software will function for a period of 12 months from the initial date of purchase.  After this time has elapsed you will receive an on-screen message requesting that you […]

02.02 Methods of Installation

What suits you? There are several setups of the LibCode Suite possible, you need to decide how you will use the software initially but don’t lose any sleep over it… it’s very easy to change at a later date! LibCode does not use Registry Entries or any Special files installed in the System path.  The […]

02.03 Installation Requirements for the Libcode Suite

Installing Libcode Suite is easy! See the following documents for details: http://data.libcode.com.au/download/lc_tech.doc Note that there is no need to pre-install the software before we get your data, but if you wish to pre-install the software into the CMEPlus folder, the address is: http://data.libcode.com.au/download/LCSSetup6790a.exe – Check for the latest version If you are having problems with exe’s, […]

02.04 Setting up – Customising LibCode Suite

Customising Libcode Suite Setting up Circulation / Borrower Details… Before you can start Lending and Returning resources you’ll need to enter some Borrowers into the system.  This is done via the Circulation module… Customizing Software settings and lists… The program’s functions can be customised to suit your specific needs. Go into LibCode Suite > Utilities > Setup (as shown below) to make changes to […]

02.05 Preparing for Data Entry

The biggest expense and effort involved in setting up a library management system is Data Entry. Existing data can be transferred from most existing systems so please get in touch with us if you are starting from scratch and already have data in a spreadsheet or other database! Things to consider… Cull before you start […]

02.06 Menus, Toolbars and Shortcut Keys

Tool bars and Shortcuts A number of tool bars and shortcut keys have been incorporated into the LibCode Suite to speed up various processes and assist in database management.  Throughout this guide you will be shown a number of specific shortcut keys to use during specific tasks.  The availability of functions and shortcuts varies depending […]