# How to use SNEWPapers

Short walkthroughs for the things you’ll use most. Pick a tutorial below.

## General Search

## Creating a Collection for Newspaper Search

### Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to create a collection for searching newspaper articles effectively.

### Key Steps

**Step 1: Create a Collection** 0:01  
- Navigate to the collection creation section.  
- Create a new collection based on your search needs.

**Step 2: Conduct a General Search** 0:11  
- Perform a general search to see what results appear.  
- Note the peak time or relevant period for your search.

**Step 3: Refine Search Results** 0:41  
- Zoom in on the relevant time period to filter results.  
- Use label filters to narrow down to specific types of content, such as 'story'.

**Step 4: Focus on Specific Stories** 1:08  
- Identify specific stories of interest, such as the 'showdown in the barn'.  
- Review the number of results available.

**Step 5: Review Story Details** 1:20  
- Click on a story to view its details, including:  
  - Location on the page  
  - Summary of the story  
  - Clippings  
  - Full text extracted from the newspaper.

**Step 6: Explore Related Content** 2:01  
- Use the component page to see other articles from the same issue.  
- Check the overall quality of the extraction and links to sources.

**Step 7: Add Stories to Collection** 2:45  
- Once you find a relevant story, add it to your collection.

**Step 8: Manage Your Collection** 2:52  
- To keep your collection organized, hide items that you have already saved.

**Step 9: Verify Collection Updates** 3:03  
- Return to your collection to ensure that the new stories have been added.

### Cautionary Notes
- Ensure that you are saving relevant stories to avoid clutter in your collection.  
- Regularly review your collection to maintain its relevance.

### Tips for Efficiency
- Use specific keywords related to your search to get more accurate results.  
- Regularly update your collection to keep it organized and relevant.

## Label Search

## Standard Operating Procedure for Label Specific Search

### Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to perform a label specific search and save queries for future reference.

### Key Steps

**1. Select a Specific Type of Label** 0:00  
- Begin by accessing the label specific search feature.  
- Choose the specific type of label you want to focus on (e.g., crime stories).

**2. Zoom In on the Desired Year** 0:21  
- Refine your search by selecting the year relevant to your query (e.g., 1865).

**3. Identify the Relevant Theme** 0:35  
- Look for themes related to your selected label (e.g., crime and punishment for the Lincoln assassination).

**4. Find and Save the Story** 0:48  
- Search for specific stories (e.g., 'captured in the barn').  
- Once found, save the story for future reference.

**5. Use Advanced Search for Specific Phrases** 1:04  
- If needed, switch to advanced search to find specific phrases (e.g., what Booth said during the assassination attempt).  
- Enter the phrase you want to search for.

**6. Retrieve Full Text of the Event** 1:51  
- After finding the relevant story, navigate to the component page to access the full text of the event.

**7. Save Your Query** 2:10  
- If satisfied with your search query, click on 'save query'.  
- Assign a name to your query and choose where to save it (your account or general).

**8. Clear and Retrieve Saved Queries** 2:19  
- Clear your current query if needed.  
- To access saved queries later, navigate to the saved section to view and add more items to your collection.

### Cautionary Notes
- Ensure that you are selecting the correct label and year to avoid irrelevant results.  
- Double-check the saved queries to confirm they are named appropriately for easy retrieval.

### Tips for Efficiency
- Familiarize yourself with the themes and labels to speed up the search process.  
- Regularly review and organize saved queries to maintain an efficient workflow.

## Collection Search

## Public Collection Search SOP

### Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to search for and interact with public collections effectively.

### Key Steps

**Step 1: Access Collection Searches** 0:01  
- Navigate to the collection search feature.  
- Understand that public collections allow visibility of shared findings.

**Step 2: Conduct a Search** 0:13  
- Enter a search term related to your interest (e.g., 'Titanic').  
- Review the search results for relevant public collections.

**Step 3: Explore Collection Details** 0:24  
- Click on a collection to view its contents.  
- Note the number of items in the collection for context.

**Step 4: Engage with AI for Insights** 0:41  
- Start a new chat with the AI to inquire about the collection.  
- Ask specific questions to receive detailed responses and citations.

### Cautionary Notes
- Ensure that the collection you are accessing is indeed public to avoid privacy issues.  
- Be mindful of the accuracy of the information provided by the AI; verify citations when necessary.

### Tips for Efficiency
- Use specific keywords to narrow down search results effectively.  
- Keep a list of useful collections for future reference.

## Using Collections

## Creating a Collection for Research

### Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to create a collection for research purposes, specifically focusing on the invention of the bicycle, and how to engage with the collected articles.

### Key Steps

**Step 1: Create a Collection** 0:02  
- Navigate to the collections section.  
- Click on 'Create a Collection'.  
- Name your collection (e.g., 'Invention of the Bicycle').

**Step 2: Search for Articles** 0:32  
- Use the search function to find articles related to your collection topic.  
- Specify the time frame if necessary (e.g., before 1850).

**Step 3: Add Articles to Your Collection** 0:50  
- Review the search results.  
- Select interesting articles and add them to your active collection.

**Step 4: Review Your Collection** 1:05  
- Click on 'My Collections' to view the articles you have added.  
- Ensure that the articles are relevant and organized.

**Step 5: Engage with AI Chat** 1:14  
- Once your collection is ready, initiate an AI chat.  
- Discuss the articles and gather insights.

**Step 6: Edit Collection Details** 1:41  
- Go back to your collection.  
- Edit the collection to choose a category (e.g., 'Everyday Life').  
- Set the collection to public to allow others to access it.

**Step 7: Allow Others to Engage** 1:49  
- Other users can now view your collection.  
- They can also engage in AI chat about the articles you collected.

**Step 8: Utilize Citations** 2:02  
- Use the citations provided by the AI to reference the articles in your discussions.

### Cautionary Notes
- Ensure that the articles you add are credible and relevant to your topic.  
- Be mindful of privacy settings when making collections public.

### Tips for Efficiency
- Regularly update your collection with new articles as you find them.  
- Use specific keywords when searching to narrow down results effectively.  
- Engage with the AI chat frequently to enhance your understanding of the topic.

## The Sleuth

## Using the Sleuth AI Research Assistant

### Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to effectively use the Sleuth AI research assistant for both collection-specific chats and general inquiries.

### Key Steps

**1. Accessing the Sleuth** 0:02  
- Identify the Sleuth as your AI research assistant.  
- Understand that it can be used in two main ways.

**2. Using Collection-Specific Chats** 0:12  
- Refer to the collections tutorial for guidance on accessing collection-specific chats.  
- Search for public collections made by others and join their chats.

**3. Engaging in General Chats** 0:28  
- Use the Sleuth for general inquiries to find information on any topic.

**4. Adjusting Settings** 0:35  
- Go to the settings menu.  
- Select desired personas and thinking levels for the conversation.

**5. Initiating a Chat** 0:54  
- Return to the Sleuth chat after adjusting settings.  
- Ask any question you have.

**6. Analyzing Responses** 1:06  
- Review the detailed responses provided by the Sleuth.  
- Look for the blue analysis, follow-up questions, and citations.

**7. Exploring Search Queries** 1:20  
- Go back to the search feature to see generated queries.  
- Explore similar results that may enhance your research.

**8. Building Collections** 1:29  
- Use the insights from the search queries to expand your collections.

**9. Continuing the Conversation** 1:41  
- Feel free to dig deeper into topics and change your inquiries as needed.

### Cautionary Notes
- Ensure that you are using the latest version of the Sleuth for optimal performance.  
- Be mindful of the accuracy of the information provided; always verify with credible sources.

### Tips for Efficiency
- Familiarize yourself with the settings to customize your experience.  
- Keep a list of common questions to streamline your research process.  
- Regularly check for updates or new features in the Sleuth.