Put the library in your pocket with two apps designed to simplify your library experience: the new SWAN Libraries + for account management and the Meescan app for mobile self-checkout. Read more about functionality and how to get started below. Questions? Ask us anytime »
SWAN Libraries + app: For account management
The SWAN Libraries + app—available for iOS and Android—makes finding and requesting items easy. With the app, you can:
- Manage your account, and see your checkout history and lists.
- View your library barcode and access cards linked to your account.
- Place holds and scan and search ISBN barcodes.
- View recommendations and see what your Oak Park librarians suggest. Personalize these “browse categories”—displayed on the app’s homepage—to your tastes.
Discover how to use the app: Get an overview of the app and features or explore more how-to instructions on the SWAN website.
Please note: A new app was released in December 2023. If you are using the old version of the app, please delete and reinstall the new app. The old app will not include your most recent account information and other features.
Meescan app: For mobile self-checkout in the library
Check out library items from anywhere inside the library with the Meescan app. To find it, search “Meescan” in your app store. Available for Android and iOS.
Things to note
- Install the app from anywhere, but activate only in the library (once you visit the library and use the app, it will not ask for a code).
- If you open the app anywhere outside of the library, it will say “Checkout is only available while in the library and with location services enabled.”
- You must set the Meescan app to allow for location use.
- Be sure to scan the library barcode, not the publisher barcode.
