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14.2. Retrieving MARC Files from Overdrive

Last Updated 03/09/2026

How to Retrieve Your E-Resource Advantage Advantage MARC Files

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Instructions for retrieving MARC Records for e-Resources purchased from Overdrive Advantage are outlined below.

1. Go to https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Account/Login
2. Enter your username and password.
3. Once logged in, choose “MARC Express deliveries” underneath Admin on the top left menu.
   
4. Then select the “CREATE CUSTOM FILE” button.
   
5. This will open a new tab, which gives you two options for creating your MARC records file.
   
6. To retrieve a full set of your MARC records, select the CREATE BACKDATED FILE option. Make sure to select your library system under "Select an account" - to retrieve your system specific records.
    
7. To retrieve records added between a certain date range, select the CREATE FILE option. Make sure to select your library system under "DATE RANGE>Account" - to retrieve your system specific records.
   
8. Once you confirm your choices, the pending request will show up in the list, with a Creation status of “pending.” You will receive an email once the custom file is ready, which you will access through the link provided in the email.