Last Updated: May 19, 2026     Views: 180

GENERAL

Yes, when searching databases, keep an eye out for the Get VText link, get vtext button. If you see it, you should be able to get your results transferred into an ILLiad request form by following the directions from the Get VText page, get vtext button. Select the "Request from Interlibrary Loan" link to direct you to the ILLiad sign in page. The item information will auto-populate once you are logged in.

DISCOVERY SEARCH

When searching Discovery Search (www.lib.vt.edu) look up your item and on the results page sign in to your library account.  Here you will also see Get VText, typed out and the link to "Request from Interlibrary Loan".

If the library does not own a copy, under Tweak your results, click on Expand My Results.  This will show you additional item records and give you the option to "Request from Interlibrary Loan".

 

Please also visit our Off Campus Access page for information about Accessing Library Resources Off Campus.

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