An index card cabinet, also known as a card catalog cabinet, is a piece of furniture designed to store and organize index cards. It consists of a sturdy and typically wooden structure, designed in a way to accommodate a large number of cards in an orderly manner.
The main purpose of an index card cabinet is to facilitate efficient and systematic retrieval of information when needed. The cabinet features several drawers or compartments, each one specifically crafted to hold a stack of index cards securely. These drawers are usually labeled or numbered, aiding users in locating the desired information quickly.
Index card cabinets are commonly used in libraries, research centers, and offices to store catalog records, book titles, archival information, or any other form of data that is organized using index cards. It provides a physical and tangible system for organizing information, allowing users to browse through the cards easily.
The cards stored in the cabinet are typically standard-sized index cards that contain concise yet essential details about a specific item, such as title, author, subject, and call number. The cabinet itself serves as a centralized location for organizing and maintaining a large collection of index cards, providing a compact and space-saving solution. With the cards neatly arranged and easily accessible in the cabinet, users can efficiently locate and retrieve information in a systematic manner.
