Elsevier

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12 answers found

  • Where are the videos?

    Last updated on April 11, 2024

    Some eBooks contain videos throughout the text. Some eBooks collect the videos into a separate chapter linked within the table of contents.

  • How do I cite content?

    Last updated on June 01, 2022

    Book content should be cited according to the American Medical Association's Manual of Style, 10th edition. Here is an example: Davis PJ. Special characteristics of pediatric anesthesia. In: Davis PJ,...

  • Can I download videos?

    Last updated on June 01, 2022

    No. All videos are streaming only, with no option to download them locally. We did this to provide a better user experience and to avoid using a lot of space on your device. 

  • How do I use notes and highlights?

    Last updated on June 01, 2022

    To highlight text in your eBook on the VitalSource Bookshelf App, follow the steps below: Online BookShelf App Click and drag your cursor until you have the desired area of text selected. Upon releasing...

  • How do I get my Elsevier eBook+ to read to me?

    Last updated on June 01, 2022

    The VitalSource Bookshelf application can utilize your computer's ‘text-to-speech’ voice to read your book to you. How To have your VitalSource book read to you, follow the steps below depending on your...

  • I don’t like the layout of the app

    Last updated on August 23, 2023

    Users may experience less-than-optimal performance when using mobile devices other than iPads or screens smaller than 12”. To help with mobile viewing, rotate the device to landscape view. Elsevier plans...

  • Can I use content from Elsevier eBooks+ in a presentation, poster, publication, or for any other similar use?

    Last updated on August 19, 2025

    Downloading figures and images for offline use is not permitted and has been blocked, apart from some specific ancillary content.If you’d like to use a figure for non-personal, non-commercial use, such...

  • How do I search for a book?

    Last updated on August 19, 2025

    If you have ebooks on eBooks+ you can search within your Bookshelf, as follows:Go to your Bookshelf (top left icon) on the black bar.On the right of the black bar there is a Search field.Start typing the...

  • How do I change the font size?

    Last updated on April 11, 2024

    Use the “AA” symbol top right of your screen for user preferences. The Elsevier eBook+ platform features a flexible text display that easily adjusts and reformats to fit various screen sizes, from a large...

  • How do I search for content within a book?

    Last updated on August 19, 2025

    If you have an ebook on eBooks+, you can use the magnifying glass icon, top right of the page, once you have opened the book and type in your search term.For more information view the article on VitalSource...

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