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Logging Into the New My Account for the First Time
When you log into your My Account the first time after we have updated our system, your pin will be the last 4 digits of your library card. Once you have logged in, you can change it in your account to the 4 digit pin of your choice. Instructions for how to do so are below.
- Log Into Your New AccountHow to log in, change your pin, and set your preferences in the new and improved My Account.
General FAQs
How do I log in?
- Click Log In from the menu bar at the top of your screen.
- Provide your library card number and pin at the prompt.
- Click Log In.
How do I get a library card?
- You must apply for a library card in-person at an ABQ-BernCo Library branch.
- Bring your current photo I.D. and proof of your mailing address on your first visit to the library.
- Your card is good right away at all branches of the Public Library, and for accessing all our eResources and eBooks.
Where do I find details about my library?
You can see a list of all 19 branches of the Public Library, along with each branch's hours, location, and contact information by clicking on Hours & Locations.
How do I change the language?
Hover over Select Language in the menu bar at the top of your screen, and select the desired language from the list to change the language for text in the catalog.
How do I enable Accessibility Mode?
Click Enable Accessibility Mode (
) in the menu bar at the top of your screen.
Can I request an item my library doesn't have?
Can I request an item my library doesn't have?
There are two ways to get items that the Public Library does not currently have.
- Interlibrary Loan (ILL): Interlibrary Loan is a cooperative service among libraries for obtaining materials not available in local library systems. Items requested are located, ordered, and, if available for loan, shipped by mail or other delivery services to your local library. ILL service is available to New Mexico residents with full accounts in good standing. To submit an ILL, submit a signed Interlibrary Loan application form in person at any branch of the the Public Library Albuquerque/Bernalillo County.
- Suggest a Purchase: You can suggest that the library purchase materials via this form. We will consider purchasing titles suggested through this form, but we can't guarantee that they will be purchased. If you are requesting that we purchase an eBook or eAudiobook, please log into Libby either in the Libby app or on the Libby website and recommend the title there.
How does the Select an Action menu work?
How does the Select an Action menu work?
The Select an Action drop down menu is found on the search results page, on an item's detail display, and in My Lists. From the search results, set the checkbox next to the desired item or items. For example, if you want to place a hold on two items at the same time, set the checkboxes for each item, click Select an Action, and select Place Hold from the list.
The following options are available in the Select an Action menu:
- Place Hold(s): This option lets you place a hold on a selected item.
- Add to My Lists: This option lets you save selected items to a list.
- Email: This option lets you email item information.
- Text It To Me: This option lets you text item information to a cell phone.
- Print: This option lets you print item information.
The following options appear only in the Select an Action list on the My Lists page:
- Delete Selected: This option lets you delete selected titles from a list within My Lists.
- Move: This option lets you move selected titles from one list to another within My Lists.
- Copy: This option lets you copy selected titles from one list to another within My Lists.
