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Lean library: easy access to BUas library collection: Help & FAQ

BUas library contact information


If you have any questions regarding the use of Lean Library please contact library staff by sending an email to: Library@buas.nl 

How does Lean Library work?

Lean Library pop-ups

If the book  you found while browsing the internet is available in the BUas Library, the following Pop-up will appear on the right side of the webbrowser screen. Click on the "Go to ebook" button to access the ebook in the BUas library collection or  click on the "check for print" link to check if BUas Library already has a paper edition available of this book.

Please note after clicking on this button you might be asked to log in with your BUas account.

 

If the article you found while browsing the internet is available in the BUas Library, the following Pop-up will appear on the right side of the webbrowser screen. Click on the "Access Article" button to access the article in the BUas library collection.

Please note after clicking on this button you might be asked to log in with your BUas account.

 

 

Whenever you access a website or database, while browsing the internet, to which BUas offers you access, the following pop-up will appear on the right side of the webbrowser. Click on the " Get access" button to access this website or database. Please note after clicking on this button you might be asked to log in with your BUas account.

 

 

FAQ

Does using Lean Library cost money?

No, the Library has made this extension available to all BUas students and staff. You therefore do not need to pay a fee for using this extension. You can download it for free at: https://download.leanlibrary.com/buas

On which browsers can I install Lean Library?

The extension can be installed in the following browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera and Safari. For a current overview of browsers that can integrate this extension, check this overview: https://leanlibrary.com/download/ (where you can also download the extension).

Is using Lean Library mandatory? 

No, you can choose to use Lean Library or to not use Lean Library. If you would like to make searching for articles, books and reports easier, we do recommend using it. BUas Library staff have used the extension during an extensive trial period and we are very enthusiastic about the benefits it offers. 

Do I need to be on BUas campus to use and/or install the extension?

No, you can download and install the extension wherever you are. After you have installed the extension you can use Lean Library 24/7 wherever you are. 

Where can I download the Lean Library extension?

You can download it here: https://leanlibrary.com/download/buas

How do I temporarily disable/remove the Lean Library extension?

If you would like to pause the Lean Library extension, you can temporarily disable the extension, by following the simple steps that are explained in this article.