Understanding Usage Transfer from Print Resources to Electronic Resources: A Survey of Users of Chinese University Libraries

► We explore the exact nature of usage behavior in Chinese university libraries. ► We explore ease of use and usefulness of print and electronic resources. ► Users are undergoing a transfer of usage behavior from print to electronic resources. ► Among 273 respondents, only 12.09% of patrons used electronic resources first. ► Librarians should provide personalized services for their users more appropriately.