This page holds resources and tools, such as browser extensions, that might aid students and faculty with further research. These items are open access and should not require authentication, so there is a higher probability that someone could use these resources if they are having continuous issues access our authenticated resources.
Please note that the following plugins are developed and maintained by third-party groups and your use of them is governed by their terms of service. Stafford Library & Columbia College have no control over and limited ability to troubleshoot these resources:
When you’re viewing an article page, click on the Google Scholar button in your toolbar. If you can download the article for free, there will be a link to the PDF in a pop-up dialog box. Works in Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
When you’re viewing an article page, click on the Open Access Button icon in your toolbar to download a PDF of the article. If unavailable, the OA Button helps you send a request for access to the author. Works in Chrome and Firefox.
When you’re viewing an article page, the Unpaywall padlock icon appears on the right-hand side of your screen, green if freely available, grey if not. Click on the padlock to download a PDF of the article. Works in Chrome and Firefox.