FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • If you are off campus and can't reach https://srv03500.soton.ac.uk/admin, try loggin into Global Connect (instructions for which are on the Library website).
  • Once logged in, if you aren't sure how to do something, consult the Omeka S documentation (the search works well!).
  • To avoid losing you work, save regularly. If you can't save because you need to complete a required field, put in some nonsense for now, then save.
  • Always start editing a new item by a) changing the resource template to 'FILM2022' and b) adding a 'Dublin Core Type' Class  that makes sense.
  • Use the 'eye' icon on the top right to make your item private whilst your work is in progress. When you are happy with your entry, click it again to make the record public.
  • If you can't log in or forget your password, email filmdmtech@soton.ac.uk. Note that the password reset button does not work.
  • For help with using the site, ask Sam.
  • For help with what sort of things to write in your entries, ask Malcolm.