Source Types in Beloga
Learn about the different sources you can reference in your Beloga searches using the @ prefix.
Core Sources
@Web
Search across the internet for relevant information.
Common Uses
- Research new topics
- Find recent articles
- Access online documentation
- Discover related content
@Library
Search through your personal and team notes, files and bookmarks.
Common Uses
- Find meeting notes
- Access project documentation
- Review personal thoughts
- Search team discussions
- Search through reading list
- Find previously saved articles
Specialized Sources
@Academic
Search across academic databases and repositories.
Common Uses
- Find peer-reviewed papers
- Access research publications
- Search thesis databases
- Find conference proceedings
@Social
Search across social media platforms and discussions.
Common Uses
- Track social discussions
- Monitor brand mentions
- Find community feedback
- Research public sentiment
@Legal (US)
Search U.S. legal documents and resources.
Common Uses
- Find case law
- Search legal codes
- Access regulations
- Review legal precedents
@News
Search verified news sources and archives.
Common Uses
- Track current events
- Research historical news
- Monitor industry news
- Follow developments
@Patents
Search patent databases and intellectual property.
Common Uses
- Research existing patents
- Track patent applications
- Monitor technology trends
- Analyze innovation landscape
Combining Sources
You can combine multiple sources in a single search to get comprehensive results.
Examples
@Academic @Patents "machine learning"- Research academic and patent landscape@News @Social "company launch"- Track announcements and reactions@Legal @News "regulatory changes"- Monitor legal developments
Source Categories
Research Sources
Research-Focused
- @Academic - Scholarly content
- @Patents - Innovation tracking
- @News - Current developments
Professional Sources
Business & Legal
- @Legal - Legal research
- @News - Industry monitoring
- @Social - Market sentiment
Personal Sources
Your Content
- @Library - Personal/team notes
- @Web - Internet search
Best Practices
Effective Source Selection
Tips
- Start with the most likely source
- Combine sources for comprehensive research
- Use specific sources for focused results
- Consider source freshness for time-sensitive info
Source Context
Understanding Context
Each source provides different context:
- @Academic: Peer-reviewed research
- @Social: Public discourse
- @Legal: Legal framework
- @News: Current events
- @Patents: Innovation landscape
Advanced Usage
Source Filtering
Refine your source searches with additional operators:
Available Filters
#tag- Filter by tag!document- Reference specific document
Source Combinations
Create powerful searches by combining sources effectively:
Example Combinations
- Academic Research:
@Academic @Patents #technology - Market Research:
@News @Social #industry - Legal Research:
@Legal @News #regulation
Tips for Success
Choosing the Right Source
Decision Guide
- Use @Academic for scholarly research
- Use @Social for public opinion
- Use @Legal for regulatory research
- Use @News for current events
- Use @Patents for innovation research
Performance Considerations
Search Speed
- Local sources are fastest
- Specialized sources may require authentication
- Real-time sources may take longer
Search Strategy
Best Practices
- Start with specific sources
- Add complementary sources
- Use appropriate filters
- Consider source authority