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Westlaw Classic - Create an alert for journal updates

This guide details how to set up alerts to receive the latest journal updates on Westlaw Classic.

Alerts,

Secondary Sources

FAQ

When I create an alert the “But Not” field is greyed out. Any idea what I am doing wrong?

The “Additional Terms” search box only becomes active when a Smart Term is selected.

Alerts

FAQ

What is OPML in Alert Settings?

OPML is a file format used by feed aggregates.

Alerts

FAQ

How long is the alert history available for?

90 days.

Alerts

FAQ

Is there a remove duplicates option like in Westlaw Watch when searching or creating alerts?

Westlaw will automatically de-dupe when searching or alerting on multibases. If individual news sources are selected and searched, results will not be de-duped from the individual sources.

Alerts,

FAQ

Is there a remove duplicates in Newsletters?

No, alerts can not be de-duped against each other.

Alerts

Guide

Westlaw Classic - Alert Center User Guide

This guide provides information relating to the creation and management of alerts and newsletters in Westlaw Classic.

Alerts

Westlaw Classic

Westlaw Classic - Create an alert for journal updates

When I create an alert the “But Not” field is greyed out. Any idea what I am doing wrong?

What is OPML in Alert Settings?

How long is the alert history available for?

Is there a remove duplicates option like in Westlaw Watch when searching or creating alerts?

Is there a remove duplicates in Newsletters?

Westlaw Classic - Alert Center User Guide

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