ARCHCAPS Help Center

Your complete guide to search, view, bookmark and download capstone projects

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Introduction

Welcome to ARCHCAPS Help Center.

This page will guide you on how to use the system to search, view, bookmark, and download capstone projects. Follow the sections below for step-by-step instructions and support.

Section 2

Searching Projects

You can search for capstone projects using the search bar located at the top of the page or use the searc icon at the navigation bar.

You may search by:

  • Project Title
  • Author Name
  • Year
  • Categories
  • Course
  • Tags/Keywords
Pro Tips:
  • Use specific keywords for better results.
  • Combine filters and tags to narrow down your search.
  • Selected tags will appear inside the search bar.
Section 3

Tags & Filters

Tags help categorize projects based on topics or keywords.

How to use:

  1. Click a tag to filter related projects.
  2. Multiple tags can be selected.
  3. Remove tags by clicking the "x" button.

Filters include:

Year Category tags
Section 4

Viewing Projects

ARCHCAPS provides an in-system PDF viewer.

  • Click a project card to view details.
  • Open the file using the built-in viewer.

Access Levels:

  • Visitors: Can view abstract only.
  • Guest Users: Can view full document.
  • Logged-in Users: Can download and bookmark.

Note: Some documents are restricted for security purposes.

Section 5

Bookmarking Projects

You can save projects for later using the bookmark feature.

Steps:

  1. Click the bookmark icon on a project.
  2. Go to "My library" to view saved items.

Note: You must be logged in to use this feature.

Section 6

Account & Access

To access full features, you need to create an account.

◎ Requirements

  • ● Valid student ID or teacher ID
  • ● Correct personal details

✧ Features for Logged-in Users

  • ◎ Full project viewing
  • ◎ Bookmarking
  • ◎ Download access

Having login issues?

  • Check your credentials
  • Kindly seek the librarian for assistance
Section 7

ID Verification

During account registration, you may be required to verify your identity.

Make sure:

  • Your ID is clear and readable
  • Your name matches your registration details
  • Make sure you are using your CCDI ID
Important: Unverified accounts may have limited access.
Section 8

Rules & Restrictions

To protect academic integrity:

  • ⊗ Do not copy or redistribute documents without permission
  • ⊗ Respect intellectual property of authors
  • ⊗ Use materials for academic purposes only
Warning: Violations may result in account restrictions.
Section 9

FAQ

Quick answers to common questions

?Why can't I view full documents?

You may be logged out or not authorized.

?Why is my search not showing results?

Try using simpler keywords or remove filters.

?Can I download all capstone projects?

Download access are for logged-in users only.

?How do I know if a project already exists?

Use the search and tag system to check related works.

Terms and Conditions

By creating an account and accessing the ARCHCAPS: CCDI Capstone E-Library, you agree to the following terms:

Purpose of Use

All capstone projects and materials available in the system are provided strictly for academic purposes such as research, reference, and learning.

Intellectual Property Rights

All documents remain the intellectual property of their respective authors and the institution. Users must respect ownership and proper citation when using any material.

Prohibited Actions

Users are strictly prohibited from:

Account Responsibility

Users must provide accurate and truthful information upon registration. Any false or misleading information may result in account suspension or deactivation.

Download and Activity Monitoring

All downloads and user activities within the system may be logged and monitored. Suspicious or abusive behavior may lead to account restriction.

Administrative Rights

The system administrator reserves the right to review, restrict, or deactivate accounts that violate these terms or pose a security risk.

Acceptance of Terms

By using the system, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions. Failure to comply may result in loss of access.

Note: All downloaded materials are subject to academic integrity policies.

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ARCHCAPS: CCDI Capstone E-Library respects the privacy of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use the system.

By accessing and using ARCHCAPS, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following information from users:

Personal Information:

Account Information:

Verification Data:

System Usage Data:

3. How We Use Your Information

The collected information is used for:

4. Data Storage and Security

ARCHCAPS implements security measures to protect user data:

Uploaded IDs and personal data are stored securely and are only accessible to authorized administrators.

We take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of data.

5. User Access and Permissions

Access to system features depends on user roles:

User data is only used within the system and is not publicly displayed without permission.

6. Data Sharing

ARCHCAPS does NOT sell, trade, or share personal user data with third parties.

Information may only be accessed by:

Data may be disclosed if required by school policies or legal obligations.

7. User Responsibilities

Users are responsible for:

Misuse of the system may result in account suspension.

8. Data Retention

User data is retained as long as the account is active or as required by the institution.

Verification data (such as IDs) may be stored for validation purposes and system security.

9. Your Rights

Users have the right to:

10. Changes to This Policy

ARCHCAPS may update this Privacy Policy when necessary.

Users will be notified of significant changes through the system.