Tutorials

The FDLP Desktop serves as a centralized resource for the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP), which disseminates U.S. Government information to the American public through libraries across the nation. Stay up-to-date with the latest innovations and progress of the Program and utilize various tools in order to enhance public services.

Libraries, log in with your institution's number and internal password to access depository-only content (e.g., order promotional materials).

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Tutorials

FDLP Desktop ( 5 Articles )

Answers questions about the content, organization, and special features of the FDLP Desktop. Additional tutorials will be added shortly.
New Depository Coordinators ( 11 Articles )

These tutorials provide an overview of the basics of being a depository coordinator, a list of resources with descriptions of what they are and how they can be used, and more. They are intended to help new coordinators learn about their collections and the responsibilities of being a depository coordinator.
Depository Administration ( 2 Articles )

These tutorials provide an overview of general management activities and issues related to a library's participation in the FDLP.
GPO Cataloging ( 1 Article )

These tutorials provide an overview of GPO's cataloging practices and technologies, including Z39.50.
Cataloging Record Distribution Pilot FAQs ( 24 Articles )

GPO has contracted with MARCIVE, Inc. for a pilot project for the FDLP. A small selection of Federal depository libraries will be chosen to participate in this pilot program in which GPO bibliographic records will be distributed from GPO’s Integrated Library System (ILS) to these libraries.
Self-Study ( 8 Articles )

The Self-Study of a Federal Depository Library is an educational, voluntary resource. It may be used to learn more about or self-assess your Federal depository operations and services. Modules may be reviewed in any order.

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