"A good index is a minor work of art but it is also the product of clear thought and meticulous care."
An index is an essential roadmap that reveals the hidden gems within a book or document. American Society for Indexing offers a rich array of resources designed to enhance your indexing prowess.
Find an Indexer
When you need an indexer, we connect you to the right one. Choose from two complementary methods: the Indexer Locator and the Jobs Hotline.
Become a Member
By joining ASI, you become part of the nation’s only association dedicated exclusively to indexers and indexing. Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned professional, ASI can help you!
Train in Indexing
Our Training Course provides self-paced learning through four online modules that provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of indexing and related activities.
Learn Online
Webinars from experienced indexers and in-depth online learning courses provide you with the opportunity to enhance your indexing knowledge.
News
ASI initiatives in response to AI indexes
AI chatbots based on large language models (LLMs) do not make adequate indexes. Consequently, our primary risk is not from AI per se but from authors, editors, publishers, and software developers who may lack the indexing skills to adequately/properly evaluate AI-generated indexes and recognize their shortcomings. More »»»
ASI website getting a makeover
Over the next few weeks, you may notice some changes to the ASI website. Soon it will have a fresh new face. A team has been working to make the transition as smooth as possible, but tech happens. We appreciate your patience as we go through the steps to effect this new look and new More »»»
They’re back—the ASI Indexing Awards!
The 2025 competition for the ASI Indexing Awards is now open. You are invited to submit a final PDF version of a book that you indexed with a publication date of 2024 for consideration. The first-place winners will each receive $500. Submissions will be accepted through July 25, 2025. More »»»
Newsletter
See Also—June 2025
In your June See Also ● New members event ● Submit your work for awards consideration ● ASI website makeover ● Key Words survey--business practices ● Summer Key Words soon ● Annual meeting recognizes accomplishments, looks ahead ● Chapters & SIGs ● Protect data from malware, hackers ● Spotlight on Meghan Wagner More »»»
Online Learning Courses
ASI Online Learning Course Replay: Make Your Own Macros—Keyboard Shortcuts to Speed Indexing and Increase Accuracy
Three-Part Course with Elizabeth Bartmess. Macros are like mini-programs that anyone can write. They allow users to perform a longer series of tasks with a quick keyboard shortcut and can speed indexing, increase accuracy, and reduce small annoyances. Macros can invert names, clean text, and do many other useful tasks. Attendees will learn to design and troubleshoot simple and complex macros. More »»»
