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Many libraries offer free access to digitised historical newspapers via user. After an initial period of search and filter options as the only, the availability of more advanced tools and the desire for more among users has ushered in a period of interface development. However, raises a number of open questions and challenges. For example, how can we interfaces for different user groups? What tools should be available on and how can we avoid too much complexity? What tools are helpful and can we improve usability? This paper will not provide definite answers to questions, but it gives an insight into the difficulties, challenges and of using interfaces to investigate historical newspapers. More, it provides ideas and recommendations for the improvement of user and digital tools.
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