MarcEdit 5.1

MarcEdit is a free and open-source software designed by Terry Reese. It is a cross-platform metadata editing tool that is widely used by librarians, archivists, and other information professionals. The software provides several features for working with MARC records, such as converting files between MARC formats, resolving conflicts in duplicate records, and editing field and subfield data.

With MarcEdit, users can not only create new MARC records but also extract data from existing ones. The software allows users to extract and manipulate data based on various criteria, including specific fields or subfields. One of the most well-known function of MarcEdit is its ability to automate batch processing tasks, which can save hours of manual work for users.

Another useful feature of MarcEdit is its integration with library databases such as WorldCat and Library of Congress Online Catalog (LOC). Users can search and retrieve bibliographic information from these databases directly from within the MarcEdit interface.

MarcEdit is a powerful and user-friendly metadata editing software that has become an essential tool for librarians and archivists worldwide.