Site search increases content discoverability by allowing visitors to find information quickly. Here's how to implement and optimize search functionality:

Search Implementation Options

1. Search Block: Add a customizable search field to any page
2. Built-in Search Page: Access via yourdomain.com/search
3. Header Search Bar: Available in select Version 7.0 templates (Brine, Farro, Skye)

Indexed Content Types

• Text, Markdown, and Code Blocks
• Image captions
• Quote Blocks
• Audio titles
• Map addresses
• Amazon item titles
• Collection items (blog posts, events, portfolio pages)
• Product details
• Video items
• Tags and categories
• Page titles and descriptions
• Gallery and album content

Optimizing Search Results

1. Use descriptive titles and descriptions
2. Add relevant tags and categories
3. Include keyword-rich content
4. Write clear excerpts
5. Use specific search terms for better results

Important Notes

• Noindex tags and [no links] content are included in site search
• Unpublished content appears only when logged in
• Member site pages are not indexed
• Search results are sorted by relevance
• Past events may appear in results unless hidden

Troubleshooting Tips

1. Clear browser cache
2. Remove site-wide passwords
3. Verify search terms exist in indexed content
4. Try different browsers or incognito mode
5. Disable browser extensions

Search styling follows site-wide font and color settings. Track visitor searches through the Site Search Queries panel in analytics.

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