Koha Configuration – Global System Preferences
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The document details the configuration process for global system preferences after installing Koha, emphasizing that it is a one-time setup that can vary according to institutional needs. It outlines specific changes to parameters in various modules, including acquisition, administration, cataloguing, circulation, enhanced content, patron, and serial preferences. Additional configuration options exist based on library policies, and a video guide is available for further assistance.
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Koha Configuration – Global System Preferences
After successful installation of Koha, it is required to set some parameter in the administration
module in order to use Koha. This configuration is a one-time job and is not fixed. The se ings may
vary from institute to institute as per the requirements. But some of the parameters in every module
is same as these are like basic configuration. So, let’s see those common parameters.
Login to Koha client–> Administration Module–> Global System Preferences
Here you can see different modules listed on the left side and the provisions are listed on the right
side. Click on each module to change the provisions.
In the Acquisition preference, we need to change the add item into a new entry while cataloguing
(optional).](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/kohaconfiguration-190916141257/85/Koha-Configuration-Global-System-Preferences-1-320.jpg)
Koha Configuration – Global System Preferences
- 1. The Co-Professionals [LIS] Koha Configuration – Global System Preferences After successful installation of Koha, it is required to set some parameter in the administration module in order to use Koha. This configuration is a one-time job and is not fixed. The se ings may vary from institute to institute as per the requirements. But some of the parameters in every module is same as these are like basic configuration. So, let’s see those common parameters. Login to Koha client–> Administration Module–> Global System Preferences Here you can see different modules listed on the left side and the provisions are listed on the right side. Click on each module to change the provisions. In the Acquisition preference, we need to change the add item into a new entry while cataloguing (optional).
- 2. In the Administration preference, we need to change the e-mail address preferences. REPORT THIS ADREPORT THIS AD In the Cataloguing preference, we need to turn off the advance MARC editor (optional).
- 3. In the Circulation preference, we need to change the following preferences. Some of them are optional. You can change more preferences or may skip this one as per your need.
- 5. In the Enhanced Content preference, we need to turn on the Amazon cover photo showing in both the client and OPAC end. In the Patron preference, we need to allow to add user photo and turn off the required strong password (optional). In the Serial preference set the number of last issues showing in the catalogue search both for client and OPAC end.
- 6. You can also configure further as per your library/ institute requirement and policies. You can also go through the video guide of Koha Configuration- Global System Preferences (h ps://youtu.be/YLv6YAqZtFA). Powered by WordPress.com. REPORT THIS AD REPORT THIS AD Advertisements