How do I access and use Altmetric Explorer?
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What is Altmetric Explorer?
Altmetric Explorer is a platform which provides access to alternative metrics. These provide a record of how your research has been shared and discussed online. They can help you to understand:
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Who is talking about a piece of research
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How often they are discussing that research
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What's being said about that research
You can use this platform to provide insights into the online visibility and engagement of research outputs such as academic articles, books, and datasets. Altmetric Explorer tracks mentions, shares, and discussions across various online sources, including social media, news outlets, blogs, and more.
How do I access Altmetric Explorer?
Access Altmetric Explorer via the log-in link from Altmetric.
You will need to create an account using your University of Manchester email address in order to use the platform. Please contact us if you have any difficulties creating an account or accessing the platform.
How do I use Altmetric Explorer?
There are a range of guides produced by Altmetric which cover many of the basics of using popular features available using the links below. For specific questions relating to the data provided within the product please contact us.
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How to search Altmetric Explorer: an introductory guide (text) (video)
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Saving searches and creating reports using Altmetric Explorer (text) (video)
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Altmetric Explorer resource library: Altmetric provide guidance on a number of specialist topics these include guidance on the social media tracking features and how to promote your research online.
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Altmetric Explorer and Research Explorer: discover more about how Altmetric Explorer interacts with the University of Manchester's research database Research Explorer.