Welcome to the advanced search guide! 🔍 Whether you're looking to refine your search results or explore complex query syntax, this tutorial will help you master the art of efficient searching.
Key Features of Advanced Search
Search Syntax
Use operators likeAND
,OR
, andNOT
to combine keywords:example search term
example AND search
example NOT search
Filter Options
⚙️ Apply filters to narrow results:- Date range
- File type (e.g.,
.pdf
,.docx
) - Source (e.g., official documentation, community forums)
Sort Criteria
📊 Sort results by:- Relevance
- Date
- Alphabetical order
Tips for Effective Searches
- Use quotes for exact phrases:
"exact phrase"
- Exclude terms with
-
:search -unwanted
- Combine multiple filters for precise targeting
For more basics, check out our Search Basics Tutorial.