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1. Does the library have access to eBooks and eAudiobooks?

• The library offers eBooks and eAudiobooks through the cloudLibrary app.
• Information on how to access these can be found on our eBooks and More page.
• Staff at mckinneyref@mckinneytexas.org can assist you with eContent questions.

2. How can I suggest an eBook or eAudiobook purchase?

• You can suggest purchases of eBooks and eAudiobooks in the cloudLibrary app or on the library’s cloudLibrary website. Making your suggestions directly in cloudLibrary will mean that the item goes on hold for you if the library decides to purchase it.
• Please see these instructions.

3. Does the library have fax and scanning services?

• Each library has a Document Station that can send faxes as well as scan documents to various formats.
• Faxing is $.25 per page.
• Faxes cannot be received at the library.
• Documents can also be scanned to email, USB, or Google Drive at no cost. Formats include PDF and images files. You can also scan documents into editable Word format.
• More scanning/fax information
• More information on public computers

4. Does the library offer Internet access and computer programs?

• Each library provides access to computers with internet access and commonly used programs. Log on with your McKinney Public Library card number. Day passes are available for anyone without a library card.
• All Internet computers offer:
  • JJGL: Windows 10 operating system
  • Hall:  Windows 8.1 operating system - upgrade to Windows 10 forthcoming
  • Adobe Reader
  • Flash
  • USB ports
  • Internet access via Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Google Chrome
  • JJGL: LibreOffice (Suite of Microsoft-compatible programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.)
  • Hall:  Microsoft Office 2010- upgrade to LibreOffice forthcoming
  • RealPlayer, QuickTime Player
  • NVDA screen reader for the blind and vision impaired
• Both library locations have free WiFi access. The network name at both locations is Library Public, and no password is needed to connect to the WiFi.
• Printing from in-house workstations and remote printing is available.
• Public Computer Policy
• Póliza para Computadoras