How do I add a barcode to a patron record?
Answer
Add the Barcode
Patron records are created based on a user synchronization with PeopleSoft. New student and employee records, will not include their student ID barcode since this information is not stored in PeopleSoft. Library staff should add the barcode from the student ID card to the user record in Alma. This can be done from the User search or from "Manage Patron Services" when assisting a patron.
User Search
On the Alma home page, select the "User" index in the search menu.
Search for the user by name or student ID number. Find the user.
Select the more action button “…” and choose Edit. OR Click on the user's name.
Select the Identifiers tab. Select +Add Identifier. Use drop down menu to select Barcode as Identifier Type.
Scan patron barcode in Value* window. Click Add and Close. Alma closes the window and displays the patron barcode in the identifier tab. Select Save button.
Manage Patron Services
You can also add a barcode if you've searched for a patron from the "Manage Patron Services" screen. Search for the patron by name or ID number.
Select the "Edit User Info" button
Select the "Full Information"
Select the Identifiers tab. Select +Add Identifier. Use drop down menu to select Barcode as Identifier Type.
Scan patron barcode in Value* window. Click Add and Close. Alma closes the window and displays the patron barcode in the identifier tab. Select Save button.