The value of archive utilization lies in the authenticity of the original attributes of the archives. This original attribute is reflected in the demand content of archives utilization and the demand form of archives utilization. The original attributes of paper archive utilization requirements are always divided into drafts and printed manuscripts, and there are differences between originals and copies. Just like this, the demand for the use of paper archives reflects the content and formal characteristics of the original recordability and voucher function of archives. For example, the autographed manuscripts of the parties and the autographs of the leaders show originality and function as legal documents. The original attributes required for the use of electronic archives, from the drafting, modification, issuance of electronic documents to the formation of electronic archives, are all carried out on computers. The original recording characteristics that need to be reflected in the use of archives no longer exist. It is precisely the characteristics of electronic archives that are easy to modify and can leave no trace after modification, which makes it difficult to define the original; because the content of electronic archives is not only easy to change, but also loses its fixed form. Electronic archives can often be stored in electronic computer memory or converted into hard copies for storage or copying and forwarding. It is impossible to distinguish which of them is the "original" and the "copy", whether it has the function of legal certificate, etc. This has become a series of new issues in the archives industry.

Whether it is electronic archives or paper archives, the purpose is to make full use of archives, and both provide services to users of society. The needs for the use of electronic files and the use of paper files vary widely depending on their own occupations, qualities, hobbies, etc. Therefore, the social nature of the demand for archives utilization is reflected in its extensive social role and social value. The social role of archive utilization demand lies in the historical process of realizing the full social sharing of information resources and promoting social progress. Both electronic archive utilization and paper archive utilization play a positive role.

The social value of archives utilization lies in the original recordability of archives utilization information resources, which provides reference for future work