Computers and WiFi
All 14 local libraries accept appointments for PC use during the individual library's opening hours.
Computers
All libraries offer free access to computers, with sessions bookable in one hour slots. You can book online here (opens new window), in person or by calling or emailing the library you wish to visit. Pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment. Sessions can be extended on the day if the PC remains available.
Contact details for each library can be found in the individual library webpages here.
When using the Public computers, you are not a library member, you will be asked to sign up to the library. If you have ID on you (passport, driving licence or something with your current West Lothian address on it) then a full membership will be created. This means you will be able to borrow our physical and digital stock and use our public computers.
If you do not have ID a digital membership will be created for you. This will allow you to only borrow our digital stock and use our public computers.
Photocopying and printing services are available in all West Lothian libraries. Prices are displayed on the following document: Library printing charges (PDF, 137 KB)(opens new window) Please note we are unable to accept card payments.
Boardmaker Plus v.6 software is now available in every library, (on 2 pc's in larger libraries and 1 in smaller libraries). It is advisable to book your Boardmaker session in advance to ensure the pc is free, you can do this online here: here (opens new window), by calling the library you wish to visit or in person. Resource boxes and instructions are available from library staff.
Large Key Keyboards - are now installed permanently on one pc in each library.
Help with digital skills - If you would like to learn how to use computers or to improve and up-skill your existing digital skills, library staff can direct you to free tutor led classes provided by Adult Learning in your area. Please email adultlearning@westlothian.gov.uk (opens new window) or Freephone 0800 731 1831.
Computer Guides
Digital Unite
Easy to use guides to help you make the most of modern technology and improve your IT confidence and skills. Simply visit the Digital Unite (opens new window) website and discover how to create documents, email and Skype, and how to get the best from the Internet and much more.
My World of Work
Help to choose a career, find a job and tips on creating successful CVs and interview techniques. My World of Work (opens new window)
WiFi
Free WiFi is available at the following libraries:
- Almondbank Library (Craigshill)
- Armadale Library
- Carmondean Library @ Livingston North Partnership Centre, Carmondean, EH54 8PT
- East Calder Library
- Fauldhouse Library
- Linlithgow Library
- Simpson Library (Bathgate)
- The Lex Davidson Library (formerly known as Broxburn Library)
- Ian Tennant Library, Whitburn
To access free WiFi in these libraries please select Public Network and agree to the Terms & Conditions.
3D printing
West Lothian libraries currently have an Automaker 2+ and Exegete A20M 3D printers which can be booked to print your compatible 3D design projects. 3D printing charge is £2.00 per hour.
If you wish to use this resource you must book in advance and be prepared to wait while your design is printed (printing times can be quite lengthy). For further information or to book this resource please contact library.info@westlothian.gov.uk (opens new window) in the first instance.
