As library collections expanded, these three-figure tables began to show their limitations, leading to an increase in duplicate numbers for different authors. To solve this, OCLC developed an expanded and revised Four-Figure Table. The goal was to "balance the distribution of main entries" and reduce the need for manual adjustments by librarians. Key revisions included:
Enter the author's name or text to be cuttered into the "Text:" field.
: Transforms input text (usually an author's name or title) into a formatted Cutter number. Oclc Dewey Cutter Program V1 10.6
Features a simple "Text" input field and one-click "Copy Cutter" functionality to facilitate fast data entry into cataloging records. Technical Specifications 1.10.6 (commonly referred to as v1 10.6 or v1.10.6). Compatible with most versions; not compatible with Macintosh. Installer File: Typically distributed as cutter110.exe Basic Instructions Dewey Cutter Program download - OCLC Support
Does your library primarily use the or the Cutter-Sanborn table? Share public link Key revisions included: Enter the author's name or
The V1.10.6 release stabilizes the core functionalities required for daily, high-volume data entry. Key features include:
The (version 1.10.6) is a specialized library utility designed to automate the creation of "Cutter numbers" for the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system. It replaces manual table lookups with a streamlined software interface to ensure consistency across library collections. Core Functionality Technical Specifications 1
: Users enter text into a form field, and the program instantly produces the corresponding Cutter number. Integration
To demonstrate the power of V1 10.6, let's walk through three live cataloging scenarios.