Referensändamål
Referensändamål is a Swedish term that describes the intended use of information, materials, or data for reference purposes. It denotes that the primary aim is consultation, verification, or citation rather than redistribution, publication, or commercial exploitation.
In libraries, archives, and museums, referensändamål commonly refers to materials that are available for on-site use
In academic and professional settings, referensändamål guides how information is handled when creating notes, bibliographies, or
Examples of referensändamål include examining an archive record to verify a date, viewing an atlas on-site
Etymology: the term derives from referens (reference) and ändamål (purpose). See also related concepts such as