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Tip # 1
The default connector in Ovid is ADJ (meaning "adjacent"),
rather than the AND default used in many other systems.
If two or more words are entered without a connector between them in
an Ovid database, the system therefore retrieves only
citations in which the words appear next
to one another. Adjacency searching is much more restrictive
than using the AND connector. You may, of course, type
AND between search terms in Ovid to override the default
adjacency connector.
Tip # 2
Leave the Map Term to Subject Heading box
checked on the main search page. When active, it allows you to take
advantage of the sophisticated mapping function that automatically directs
you to controlled vocabulary terms (Medical Subject Headings) used in
the database to describe your topic. Note that the mapping option is
offered only in the Advanced Mode of Ovid in databases with a mapping
capability.
Tip # 3
Begin subject searching by entering only a SINGLE word or
phrase at the Enter Keyword or phrase line and click
on the Perform Search button.
Ovid will respond with a Mapping Display page listing up to ten controlled
vocabulary terms most likely to be used for your subject.
Note: Although the words you entered will
appear as the last entry on this list, we advise do
not to check that box if you have checked one of the
other listed terms.
Tip # 4
Select the Focus box if you want to limit your search
to articles in which your subject heading is considered the major
focus.
Tip # 5
Do not use the browser's "Back" button
when the Continue, Return to Main Search Screen, or Return to Tree Display
button choices are available on the Ovid screens. Otherwise, Ovid may
not be able to maintain the continuity of your session.
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