OpenURL

OpenURL is a standardized system used primarily by libraries and online databases to connect users to specific digital resources. When you click a link with an OpenURL, it contains detailed information about your request—such as your institution, the resource you want, and other identifiers. This information allows the library’s systems to find and deliver the most appropriate version of the resource, like adjusting for access rights or subscriptions. Essentially, OpenURL acts as a digital connector, ensuring that users are directed to the appropriate, authorized resource quickly and accurately.