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Getting full text copies of articles

Once you have completed your search and want to read an article, there are a few ways to get access:

LibKey Nomad Install the LibKey Nomad browser extension and the extension will automatically look for full text access to any articles you find. This is the easiest way to find full text for most items. libkey nomad provided by library pop up.
Use the HSCLink If you start from the library website, every citation should have the HSCLink embedded in it. This is the next best option if LibKey does not work, or you have not installed LibKey. HSCLink button.
Use the eJournal Locator If the HSCLink doesn't work, navigate to the library's homepage and search for the journal by title.

ejournal locator with appropriate areas highlighted for searching ejournals.

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Find a free copy Use Google Scholar to see if it is freely available by copying and pasting the title. Be sure to check the version.

search results in Google Scholar with links to freely available pdf versions of the full text.

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Use Interlibrary Loan If the full text article is not available by any of the methods above, you can ask the library to get a copy for you using the interlibrary loan (ILL) service. This is free for students! Interlibrary loan button.

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LibKey Nomad

LibKey Nomad is the quickest way to connect to UT Health San Antonio Libraries subscriptions. See the LibKey Nomad Guide for detailed help installing and using this browser extension.

PubMed Results screenshot showing "Full Text Links".Use the links to find full text

PubMed does not attach full text to its citations. You may need to use the publisher's link, the HSCLink, or one of the free links.

  • Publisher's link - when you are using LibKey Nomad
  • HSCLink - when you have already logged in through the library website
  • Use the "open" or "free" links

Full text links: BMJ Free Full Text, and PMC Free Full Text.

If HSCLink doesn't bring up the full text you have a few other options.

ILLiad Login button.

Use Interlibrary Loan

If the library doesn't have access to the article you can request it through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).

  • We will order a copy for you and send you a digital copy.
  • This service is free for students in most cases.
  • This service is usually quick, but can take 2-3 business days.