How do I place a hold in the catalog?
Answer
Sign In
Before placing a hold in the library catalog (Bibliocommons), you will need to sign in to your account.
- To sign in click on the Log In / My GRPL button in the upper right corner.
- Enter your library card or username and PIN.
If you have already found a title you would like to place on hold and you are not signed in, you will be asked to sign in when you click the "Place A Hold" button.
Place a Hold
On the search results page, you will see 
a list of titles. On each title, you will see the format, call number, and availability. On the right, you will see a "For Later" button and "Place a Hold" button.
- To place a title on hold, click on the "Place a Hold" button.
- If you do not have a home library set in Bibliocommons, you will be asked where you would like to pick up your hold.
- You should see a popup window confirming your hold has been placed. You will be notified when your hold is available for pickup.
On an individual title page, you will see similar buttons on the right side. Simply click on "Place a Hold" to request a title.
To find your active holds, click on the drop down in the upper right and click in "My Library Dashboard". On the left side of the dashboard, you should see a tab for "On Hold". Click this link and you will be able to manage your active holds.
Note about "For Later":
At times you may also see a "For Later" button along with a drop down arrow. This is not needed for placing a hold. This button will allow you to place a title on a personal shelf. These shelves allow you to keep track of books you are currently reading or have read, and books you would like to save "For Later". Books on your "For Later" list on not currently on hold. These lists are for you personal use but are not needed for requesting a hold.