Library Google Gadgets
There are several different libraries using Google gadgets to help their patrons search. If you do not have a gadget for your library yet, take a look at these gadgets and see which one would most closely match your needs. Often, gadgets can be adapted from existing ones quite easily. Once you find a gadget you like, contact the author via the Google information page.
To submit your gadget email gadgets@gadzi.com
Public Libraries:
British Library
Basic Library Search
Search the British library inventory or extend your search to different departments and resources.
British Library: gadget page
Google: Description page
Denver Public
Library Search
This gadget allows you to search the inventory of the Denver Public library by keyword, author or title.
Denver Public Library: gadget page
NY Public Library - Events
Upcoming Events and Classes
This gadget shows four tabs of information. Displays upcoming NYPL events for adults, teens, children, and also shows upcoming classes.
Google: gadget page
University Libraries:
University of Nevada
Great design, functionality
Quick Search with pop up Help window. Search the library Catalog, Articles in Academic Search Premier and Masterfile Premier, UNR Library webs, and Google or Google Scholar.
U of N Reno Library: gadget page
Google: description page
Portland Community College
PCC Library gadget
This gadget searches by material type and collection.
PCC Library: gadget page
Google: description page
