ILL Protocols

ILL (Interlibrary Loan) protocols are the standardized procedures libraries use to share resources, like books or articles, with each other. When a patron needs an item not available in their own library, the library follows ILL protocols to request it from another library, ensuring accuracy, proper communication, and timely delivery. These protocols include specific steps for checking item availability, requesting, handling copyright restrictions, and returning items. Overall, ILL protocols facilitate efficient and reliable resource sharing, expanding access to materials beyond a single library’s collection.