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by Yoel Kortick Ex Libris February 4, 2026

How to view the PNX record in Primo VE using showPnx=true

What is a PNX Record?PNX stands for "Primo Normalized XML".It is the standardized format that Primo uses internally to store and index bibliographic records from various sources.A PNX record is the underlying data structure that powers how resources are displayed and searched in the Primo interface.Note: PNX historically stood for "Primo Normalized XML" because the…

by Uri Beladev February 3, 2026

Library Open Workflows - How to copy a workflow from Sandbox to Production

When working with Library Open Workflows, it is common to design and test workflows in a Sandbox environment before moving them into Production. This allows you to experiment safely, validate logic, and confirm results without impacting real users or data. Once a workflow is ready, you can copy it from Sandbox to Production by exporting…

by Marcus Jun February 3, 2026

Alma import profiles: how to use indication rules to filter records by bibliographic level (monograph, serial, integrating resource)

Audience You are a cataloger or e-resources person who loads bibliographic records into Alma. You have experience configuring import profiles (requires Catalog Administrator role) and creating indication rules in Metadata Editor. Scenario Your vendor provides all bib records in one file but you’d like to load the records separately by bibliographic level (monograph, serial, and…

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