Abstract：The literatures are the basis of scientific researchers in conducting research. As there are lots of information and literatures related to metallurgical analysis on internet, how to rapidly and effectively acquire useful information has become a challenge for analysts. In this paper, the common literature resources about metallurgical analysis were classified. The main sources of literature information such as journals, works, patents, conferences, news, standardization information and laboratory management were introduced, as well as the comprehensive search resources at home and abroad. In addition, the retrieval approaches and retrieval strategies of literature resources about metallurgical analysis were systemically discussed using “the determination of elements in ores by inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry” as an example.
