Edited 2-26-2026 to reflect changes in the interface.
You may have already noticed that the Upper Hudson Library System has launched a new online library catalog. The new version is more modern, looks great on any device, and has more features. You can find the new catalog at: http://libr.info/catalog. In this post, we’ll explore the basic functions available in the new interface.
If you prefer video instruction, we’ve creating a playlist of how-to videos.
This post is quite lengthy, so here is a table of contents to help you navigate to the section you need. Use the dropdown arrows to see subtopics:
Search
You don’t need to be logged in to search, so let’s start with that. Look for the orange search icon at the top of the page. If the menu at the right is left on “All”, the keyword will be searched for in all fields.
If you choose Author, Title, or another option, it will only search that particular field for the keyword that you enter.
Refine Your Search
As with the previous catalog, you can refine and sort your search results. To refine your search, look in the left menu of the search results page.
Check as many boxes in as many of these categories as you like. Each time you do, the search will automatically update with the new parameter.
Sort Your Search
You can sort search results using the drop down menu just below the right side of search box on the search results page.
Select one and the search results will update automatically.
When you are logged in, you can also save your search. We will delve into saving searches in more detail later in this article.
Item Details Page and Placing a Request
Select an item title from the search results for more information. The item details page will show all of the formats the item comes in, and whether they are available. Note that available means “available in one of the owning libraries”, but not necessarily the one where you are a resident.
Note the icons to the left of the library names. A red X indicates it is currently unavailable in that location. If you want to see all owned copies, click the Find a copy link.
Click on a format tab to see which libraries currently have a copy available. When logged in, you can place a request (hold) from the format tab by clicking Request Any Edition. (Edition is different from format.) If you click this button while you are logged out, you will be prompted to log in.
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My Account
Sign In and Out of Your Account
Most catalog functions require the user to log in. To do this, click Log in at the top right of the screen, then click the blue Sign in button.
If you used our previous catalog, you will recognize the login screen. Enter your card number (no spaces) and your PIN. Unless you’ve changed it, your PIN is the last four digits of the phone number you used when you created your library account.
If you have an email associated with your account, you can use the Forget your PIN? link below the “submit” button on the login page. Otherwise, contact library staff for assistance..
To log out later, click your name in the top right of the screen and click the blue Sign out button.
View Checkouts
Click on your name in the upper right, and then click Account Portal.
From here you can either click the “manage books” link under checkouts on the overview page, or click Checkouts & Requests from the left menu.
The list includes information about the checkout and due dates, as well as the number of times it has been renewed. Click on the title for more information about the book.
View Holds
In the Checkouts & Requests submenu, select Hold Requests to see a list of the items you have requested. This screen shows your place in line, your pickup location, and the request expiration date.
Use the blue button on the right to cancel or freeze (click the arrow) your request for the item. You can also change the pickup location.
Freezing a request maintains your place in line, but will not deliver the book until the hold is unfrozen.
Fines
Click Bills and Fines in the left menu to see a list of charges on your account and the reasons for them. Here is an example of a fine that I added manually:
If the fine or fee was related to a library item, an image of that item and information about the checkout would also be visible.
To pay fines, check the box of each fine to pay, and click the blue Pay Fine button at the bottom. Minimum charge is $1.
Account Info and Reading History
Click Account in the left menu to see your account information. If you don’t see this option, try clicking on your name in the top right of the screen, then click it again in the box that appears.
Most profile items can only be edited by library staff. To edit nickname, pickup location, and whether your reading history is saved, click the pencil icon next to your name.
Scroll to the bottom of the edit account screen and check the box to save your reading history.
Note: if you uncheck the box in the future, your reading history will be deleted.
Lists
Use lists to group items for future use. For example, by default the catalog creates a “For Later” list as your first list. You can arrange and name your lists in a way that works best for you.
Create a List
Search for an item to add to a list. In the top right of the item details screen, click the bookmark icon. 
Select “New List” from the bottom of the dropdown and name it. The item will automatically be added to the list.
Add Items to a List
Just like creating a list, click the bookmark icon on an item’s details screen to open the list dropdown menu. Select a list to add the item.
Delete Items from a List
Click on the bookmark icon from the sidebar:
Select the list:
Then select the item and click the trash icon:
Request an Item from a List
- Click on the bookmark icon from the right sidebar to access your lists
- Select the list, then the item
- Click on Place a Hold“at the bottom
Rename or Delete a List
Click the bookmark icon in the right sidebar.
Click the three-dot icon to the right of the list to rename, delete, or share the list.
Saved Searches
Save or Update a Search
You can save searches for later use. When the search is complete, with desired refinements and sorting, click on “Save Search” in the top right.
On the next screen, enter a name for your saved search or update an existing search. Click “Save.”
You can also edit a saved search from the Saved Searches area in the bottom menu. We’ll explain more about that in the next section.
Find a Saved Search
To retrieve a saved search, click on your name in the upper right, then Account Portal
Click on Saved Searches in the left menu/
Click the run search to see search results.
Edit or Delete a Saved Search
Click the three-dot menu on a saved search for options to edit or delete the saved search.
Summary
We love the new features and intuitive, modern interface of the new catalog, and we hope you do, too. Change can be frustrating, but this article should help you navigate the new catalog like a pro.
For how-to videos, check out this playlist of how-to videos.
