Enable site-wide content discovery with powerful search features to help visitors find what they need quickly and efficiently.

Squarespace offers three main search options:

• Search Block for customizable placement
• Integrated search page (/search URL)
• Header search bar (available in select version 7.0 templates)

Indexed Content Types:

• Text, Markdown, and Code blocks
• Image captions and Map addresses
• Collection items (blog posts, events, portfolio, products)
• Page titles and descriptions
• Tags and categories
• Gallery and Album content (v7.0)

Tips for Better Search Results:

• Use descriptive titles and accurate descriptions
• Add relevant tags and categories
• Include rich keyword content
• Ensure search terms are within indexed areas
• Clear browser cache if results aren't appearing

Important Notes:

• Password-protected pages are excluded from search
• Unpublished content appears only when logged in
• Member site pages aren't indexed
• Events may show out of chronological order

Search Block Features:

• Customizable placement in any content area
• Option to limit search to specific collections
• Auto-populate results while typing
• Styling options to match site design

Tracking and Analytics: Monitor visitor search behavior through the Search Queries dashboard in Metrics.

Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Clear browser cache
2. Remove site password if applicable
3. Verify content is in indexed areas
4. Try different browsers or incognito mode
5. Contact support if issues persist

For version 7.0 templates (Brine, Farro, Skye), utilize the integrated header search bar for seamless design integration. For version 7.1 or other templates, use the Search Block or create a navigation link to the search page.

Search functionality follows your site's font and color settings, ensuring consistent design across all search-related elements.

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