CMU Library FAQ

Set up a saved search in Smart Search to receive an email notification when items you are interested in are added to the libraries' collections.

1. Search for your topic in Smart Search.  
   • Get as specific or as general as you want. Don’t forget to add limiters as needed. 
   • If you are struggling to create a search that meets your needs, contact your Subject Librarian for help.
2. Sign in to Smart Search. If you are already signed in your name will appear in the upper right corner of the screen.
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3. Click on the Save query button at the top of the results list.​
   
4. Click the Turn on notifications for this query link that appears in the yellow bar.​ 

If you saved a query without turning on the notifications, you can change notification settings in My Favorites.

1. Click on the thumbtack icon in the upper right side of the page.
2. Select Saved Searches.
3. Toggle the bell icon to turn on notifications.