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Find an Open Access copy
OneSearch indexes open access content from numerous repositories like the Directory of Open Access Journals. See Finding an article in OneSearch.
Check Google or Google Scholar to see if the article is available for free.
Tip: In Google Scholar, it can be tricky to differentiate between content that is open access and that which requires a library subscription. One solution is to use a browser plugin like LibKey Nomad described below. This tool ensures you are properly authenticated to access content licensed by the library and helpfully locates open access copies of articles.
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LibKey Nomad This link opens in a new window
Browser extension that seamlessly connects users to full-text scholarly resources provided by the University of Montana Missoula Library. Once installed, you'll see a LibKey Nomad button appear on supported websites, giving you instant access to available full-text articles. It integrates smoothly with popular research platforms like PubMed and Scopus, and even helps you start your research directly from citations found in Wikipedia articles. Nomad is compatible with all major browsers with no registration required. Simply click the link above, download Nomad, and choose ‘University of Montana Missoula’ as your organization.
Other online tools can help you find free and legal open access versions, including preprints deposited into repositories by authors.
- EndNote Click Formerly known as Kopernio.
- Open Access Button (OA Button) Browser plugin
- Unpaywall Search their database or install a browser extension.