Rapido Basics
To begin submitting interlibrary loan (ILL) requests, be sure to sign in to your library account
When you locate an item in Mason Libraries Search that is not available at George Mason University Libraries, you will be able to submit an ILL request without leaving Mason Search!
Physical book records will provide an option to obtain the entire book or just a chapter. When the information is available, a delivery estimate will be provided. Please note that these are only estimates and may change if the original lender is unable to supply the material.
Once you click "Get It," you will see a request form that allows you to add the specific volume needed, and any notes that may help the ILL department to fill your request. For chapter requests, you will also need to add the pages needed. Adding additional information like the chapter title and author can also help the ILL department fill your request.
Requesting articles is just as easy! When you click "Get It" you will see a request form that allows you to add any relevant notes. You will also need to read the copyright statement and agree that you will abide by U.S. Copyright law for your request.
When your requested item arrives (whether physically or digitally), you will receive an email from the ILL department.
You can also now check your library account to view your interlibrary loan requests. Physical Material will be located in the Loans tab and digital requests can be viewed in the Requests tab. When your item is ready, you can download the file directly from your library account .
For items that you cannot locate in Mason Search, you can submit a request using the George Mason University Libraries Interlibrary Loan Request Form .