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Microfilm

This guide provides information on how to use the microfilm readers and finding microfilm content that are available at the UF Libraries.

Available Microfilm Readers

There are STI ViewScan4 microfilm readers available in three library locations on the UF campus. You can view the locations for our library branches on this UF Campus Map

There are microfilm readers available in the Grand Reading Room, in the Latin American & Caribbean Collection, and in Library West

Readers in the Grand Reading Room

In the Grand Reading Room at the Special & Area Studies Collection

The Grand Reading Room offers a workspace with a microfilm reader.

Please note: Viewing microfilm from Special & Area Studies Collection requires an appointment. For information on planning a visit, please visit this website and email the Grand Reading Room reference assistance team at special@uflib.ufl.edu.

A desk featuring a computer and a ViewScan 4 reader.

A desk featuring a computer and a ViewScan 4 reader.

Readers in LACC

In the Latin American & Caribbean Collection (LACC)

LACC offers a workspace that features two microfilm readers. One of the readers is connected to a computer with double monitors. 

A workspace arrangement with dual computer monitors and a ViewScan reader.    A desk featuring a computer and a ViewScan reader. 

Photo on left: A workspace arrangement with dual computer monitors and a ViewScan reader.

Photo on right: A desk featuring a computer and a ViewScan reader. 

Readers in Library West

At Library West

Library West offers a workspace that features two ViewScan readers.

Please note: The readers are located in Library West Room 339. This room is locked and requires a staff member to access, so please visit the Library West circulation desk (2nd floor) for assistance.

A workspace setup with a desk, a computer, one computer monitor, and two chairs, accompanied by ViewScan4 reader. There is also a flat tv screen on the back wall which is connected to the computer.      A second workspace setup with a desk, a computer, one computer monitor, and two chairs, accompanied by ViewScan4 reader.    

Photo on the left: A workspace setup with a desk, a computer, and two chairs, accompanied by ViewScan4 reader. There is also a flat tv screen on the back wall which is connected to the computer. 

Photo on the right: A second workspace setup with a desk, a computer, accompanied by ViewScan4 reader. 

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