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This chapter describes how to log into the OpenSpecimen and use outlines the procedure for logging into OpenSpecimen and utilizing the general functions available in OpenSpecimen. This chapter includes within the platform. The chapter encompasses the following topics.

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Self Registration

To create a user account in OpenSpecimen -

  1. Click the Sign-Up button on the home page.

  2. Enter the necessary details and click 'Sign up'.

  3. Once signed up, an email is sent to the administrator to review and approve the user.

  4. The user will get an email notification once the user is approved.

Roles

Visit Roles & Privileges to learn more.

Feedback and Reporting Problems

Click on the Image Modifiedicon at the top of the page to open a feedback form.

Navigation Menu

Click the Image Modifiedicon icon on the top-left of the page to open the menu.

Keyword Search

The quick search box in the middle of the top bar allows you to search different types of records using their unique identifiers, e.g., specimen label/barcode, participant PPID, name, CP title, shipment title, etc. Refer to Keyword/Global Search for more details.   
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Access Help Pages

Most pages have a 'Help' button to access the help pages for that module.Image Removed

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Customize Help Pages

If you have your own created custom help pages developed for your local use, you can configure OpenSpecimen to go direct users to those pages instead of the global user manual. As a super admin, go navigate to the "Settings" ‘Settings’ tab, and where you will find options to configure set up the help links.

Which version of OpenSpecimen am I using?

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