This section of the University of Texas Libraries Web site lists a variety of widgets that you may find useful while conducting research.
What is a widget? Widgets bring the Libraries Web services to you. They include Web applications, simple add-ons for your Web browser, and other shortcuts that make researching a little easier. If you would like to learn more about widgets, watch our video demonstration or read this Newsweek article on the topic.
How do I get started? Each of the widgets we've listed on our site includes a description and installation instructions. Click on a widget below to learn more.
Do you know of a great widget that we haven't listed on our site? If so, complete the form below and give us the scoop.
CD/DVD Search Plug-in for the University of Texas Libraries
A Web browser add-on that allows you to search for CDs and DVDs at the University of Texas Libraries.
Facebook App for the University of Texas Libraries
An application you add to your Facebook account that allows you to search the University of Texas Libraries resources from within Facebook.
Google Gadget for the University of Texas Libraries
An application you can add to your personalized Google homepage, Blackboard, or any other Web page.
Google Toolbar Button for the University of Texas Libraries
Add a button to your Google Toolbar for an easy way to search the University of Texas Libaries catalog.
Law Library Search Plug-in
A Web browser add-on that allows you to search the University of Texas Law Library's catalog, TALLONS.
Library Catalog Search Plug-in
A Web browser add-on that allows you to search the University of Texas Libraries catalog.
LibX Firefox Add-on for the University of Texas Libraries
A Web browser add-on that gives you direct access to the University of Texas Libraries resources with toolbars, right-click menus, embedded cues, and more.
OpenURL Referrer
If you are searching for resources on Google News Archive or Google Scholar, this browser add-on will automatically create a "Find it @ UT" link that will take you directly to the resource in our catalog.
Del.icio.us Web Browser Add-ons
Bookmark and organize web sites with http://del.icio.us using these Web browser add-ons.
Flickr Uploadr
Collecting photos from the Web for a research project? Use the flickr uploadr to keep your photos organized on the Web.
Google Notebook
A tool that lets you copy clips of texts, images and links from Web sites all within your browser.
Google Send to Phone
Are you in the library and want to text yourself a call number? This Firefox browser add-on enables you to send selected text from the Internet to your cell phone as a text message.
NoodleBib
An awesome tool that helps you create MLA- or APA-formatted bibliographies online. Save as a Word document to turn in with your paper.
TextMarker
A Firefox browser add-on that highlights text online within your browser window. Then copy and paste as you wish.
Zoho Notebook
A tool that helps you aggregate content from multiple sources or applications.
Zotero
A Firefox browser add-on that “helps you collect, manage, and cite your research sources.”
ClipMarks
A free browser add-on that lets you clip text, images and videos from inside Web pages then save, blog, email and print to share your "clips" with others.
PBWiki
A free wiki tool that is useful for everyone (even computer beginners).
