TEI in Libraries

TEI, or Text Encoding Initiative, is a set of guidelines used by libraries and scholars to digitally mark up texts, making them easier to search, analyze, and preserve. It provides a standardized way to represent the structure, content, and nuances of texts, such as chapters, sections, or special features like annotations. By using TEI, libraries can create digital versions of books, manuscripts, and documents that are more accessible and sustainable for research and preservation purposes. Essentially, TEI helps turn physical or digital texts into well-organized, machine-readable data.