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    Default how to use the search function well

    ive been on the mobile for a long time now and now that I have internet this websites way better! but I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to use the search function better. when ever I search things I normally just get tons of peoples progression threads which are nice but not what I searched for. any advice is appreicieated. P.s. if theres already a thread on this my bad I couldn't find it in the search

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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    Try searching for word combinations rather than single keywords by using the "+" symbol between each word.

    graphite+tool+diy

    sparkle+checking+encasement

    foot+pedal+caveat+emptor

    etc..

    The search function will only return results that contain all of the words you searched for.

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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    always start by clicking the magnifying glass to get the advanced settings.
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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    choosing to show results as 'posts' instead of threads in advanced search helps me a lot

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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    99% of the time I find what I need by using the advanced search and switching it to "search titles only".
    It will only bring up the threads that have those keywords as the main topic of the posts.
    I think it works waaay better then searching the entire posts' contents.
    Usually only a few pages of results to go through too.

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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    I also like to use the similar threads or post box at bottom of page.

    Let's say you search for vacstacks once you view the first thread you can pick a similar one and follow the wormhole.

    I have found good info this way
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    Default Re: how to use the search function well

    with the tips im searching like a pro! thanks everyone!

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