# Find a service

## Steps

{% @mermaid/diagram content="---
config:
layout: dagre
-------------

flowchart LR
B\["Search engine etc"] --> n2\["Service catalogue"]
B1\["Browse topic"] --> D\["Service sheet"]
A\["Kiosk / Service centre / Information poster"] --> D
C\["Direct link <br>(notification)"] --> D
D --> E\["Continue through service"]
n2 --> B1
F\["Handoff within <br>wider service"] --> E
" %}

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<summary><strong>Example user flow</strong></summary>

<figure><img src="https://content.gitbook.com/content/u8moxPbFWK9pTxPYNIyh/blobs/CXCDOaMbvJzA4Hc0LbXM/Find%20a%20service.png" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

</details>

#### 1. Discover services

Users discover services through one or more routes or channels.

This may include:

* browsing a [service or topic catalogue](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3.-step-patterns/service-catalogue) or using the search function
* offline information sources such as posters, leaflet, signage or frontline staff to support [offline services](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/2.-functional-patterns/other-ways-to-access-a-service)
* arriving directly at the service from an external search engine or referral link.

#### 2. Confirm service relevance

Users reach a service page or equivalent with information that helps them confirm they have found the right service for their needs.

This step should:

* confirm what the service is for
* explain who it’s for
* set expectations before starting

Use a [service sheet](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3.-step-patterns/service-sheet) to help users understand what the service is and prepare them to start.

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