Minuteman Library Network

Minuteman Library Network

by Minuteman Library Network, Inc

109 ratings
55 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 9 Apr 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

Released
September 7, 2016
Updated
March 18, 2025

Features

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About

Access your library's digital resources, search the catalog, place holds, and manage your account. Discover eBooks, audiobooks, and connect with your local library's events and services.

✓Search catalog and place holds
✓Renew checkouts
✓Digital library card
✓Explore digital collections
✓Browse new titles
✓Connect with library services
✓View event calendar
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What users say about Minuteman Library Network

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What's New in Minuteman Library Network

2.0.17

March 18, 2025

Updates for Holliston

User reviews

At least can search

Doesn’t let me book or see my checkouts and holds

at least the card and search functionalities work

would greatly appreciate having it restored to complete functionality

Broken For A While Now

App used to work pretty well, but it’s been broken for a while now. Just crashes every time I open it. Assuming it’ll be fixed eventually, but it’s been at least a couple of months, which is a long time for it to be completely non-functional!

Embarrassingly bad

A library app that displays not even the bare minimum of bibliographic data on things like loan lists is embarrassingly bad. Have to use the browser version to get decent info. Also slow and now is crashing, won’t open without a reinstall. Please try again.

Useless and nonfunctional app

The app doesn’t open any more and hasn’t been useable for weeks. When you click on it it does nothing. When I went to the library and asked if others had a problem, they said people always complain about this app so they didn’t notice. I was able to use a workaround and use Libby to pull my library card up and will do what the librarian suggested - delete this app.
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Crashes

Been using this app for years without a problem. Recently, it crashes. Reinstalled it and it works for a while, but then crashes again. Nothing seems to fix this issue. Very frustrating!

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

19 issues

App crashes on opening

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App crashes when searching

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App crashes when clicking results

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App kicks user out upon opening

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Blurry screen and app exit

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Login issues (spinning wheel, doesn't log in)

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Digital library card not showing

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Cannot book, see checkouts, or holds

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Cannot request items (selection menus don't display, response fields missing)

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Search results show fewer items

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Advanced search keyboard disappears

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Advanced search returns bogus results

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App doesn't scale on newer screens

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Cannot renew items

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App tells you a book has been renewed when it has not

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Fine label shows but no fine amount

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Cannot log in via web link on the app

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Text runs vertically on iPad with keyboard

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App hangs while validating account

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Requested Features

10 requests

Add digital library card to Apple Wallet

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Improve search accuracy and results

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Fix landscape mode for iPads

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Allow renewal of multiple items at once

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Add dark mode

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Improve text size options

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Enable mobile check-out by scanning book codes

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Support for curbside pickup setup

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App for kids to manage their items

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Remember preferred pickup location

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FAQ

What can I do with the Minuteman Library Network app?

The app allows you to search the Minuteman catalog, place holds on items, and renew your checkouts. You can also access your personal digital library card, explore digital collections like eBooks and audiobooks, and connect with your local library's services and events.

Is the Minuteman Library Network app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a free service for library patrons.

What kind of digital content can I access through the app?

You can explore your library's digital collections which include eBooks, digital audiobooks, digital video, and digital magazines. This allows for convenient access to a wide range of reading and viewing materials.

How does the app help me connect with my local library?

The app provides one-touch calling, contact forms, and social media links to easily connect with your library. Additionally, you can view your library's calendar of events directly within the app.

Which libraries are part of the Minuteman Library Network?

The Minuteman Library Network includes a comprehensive list of libraries across various towns and colleges, such as Acton Memorial Library, Arlington/Robbins Library, Brookline Public Library, Cambridge Public Library, and many others listed in the app's description.