Reference Note Fields: Complex Cross References (Tracing and Reference Fields - General Information )
Examples of complex cross reference displays that may be generated from fields 260, 360, 663, 664, 665, and 666 are provided below. Guidelines for applying the content designators for these fields can be found in the specific field.
Complex cross references are carried directly in records as reference note fields. The following description is arranged by the source of the reference instruction phrase: tag related (with subfield $i) and subfield $a.
Tag related reference instruction phrase with subfield $i
Field 260
may be used to generate a display of a cross reference with a reference instruction phrase such as see: or search under:.
Field 360
may be used to generate a cross reference with a reference instruction phrase such as see also: or search also under:.
The text in subfield $i (Explanatory text) augments the tag related instruction phrase.
Examples:
260 Complex See Reference - Subject
360 Complex See Also Reference - Subject
$a - Explanatory text
Subfield $a contains any reference instruction phrase needed in fields 663 , 664 , 665 , and 666 .
Examples:
663 Complex See Also Reference - Name
664 Complex See Reference - Name
666 General Explanatory Reference - Name
See also:
Tracing Fields: Simple Cross References
For return, select:
Tracing and Reference Fields - General Information