Description
Instant Search is a WordPress plugin that offers both live search (typing) and live voice search which is great for accessibility, making it easier for everyone to use. After you install and activate the plugin, you’ll find a new icon in your Dashboard. Click this icon to access the settings page.
Use the shortcode [instant_search] to display a search form anywhere.
Demos:
You can see how it works here.
Tests:
Test live voice search and live search.
Features:
? Live voice search
? Live search
? Analytics
? Enable/disable voice search
? Two search methods: inline & overlay
? Search by SKU in WooCommerce
? Return search results from all registered post types
? Display live search results in a grid
? Display live search results in a list
? Customize the text
? Customize the width
Dev Notes
Everything is free, so enjoy!
Contributors
Marincas Marius Mugurel – www.marincas.net
Screenshots
Settings page, displaying the various options the plugin has. 
Grid search results. 
List search results. 
Screenshot with the Divi theme. 
Screenshot with the Rey theme. 
Screenshot with Elementor. 
Screenshot with a standard theme.
Installation
- Upload the instant-search folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory or upload the archive in WordPress’ Plugins menu.
- Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Access the plugin’s settings from the WordPress’ sidebar menu.
- Use the shortcode
[instant_search]to display a search form anywhere. - Choose which types of posts you want the search form to show results for in real-time.
FAQ
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Where can I see a demo?
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You can check out demos here.
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Where should I place the shortcode?
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The shortcode
[instant_search]can be placed in any post, page, or text widget. For best visibility, I recommend placing the shortcode in the header of a website. Either with the help of a page builder (Divi) or placing the shortcode in the header file template of the active theme:<?php echo do_shortcode('[instant_search]'); ?> -
What are the current features?
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- Live voice search
- Live search
- Enable/disable voice search
- Two search methods: inline & overlay
- Search by SKU in WooCommerce
- Return search results from all registered post types
- Display live search results in a grid
- Display live search results in a list
- Customize the text
- Customize the width
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Will you be adding more features?
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Of course! I am always trying to improve the plugin, so for any feedback, feel free to send me a message here.
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How can I support Instant Search?
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You can support the development of the WordPress plugin Instant Search by making a donation. Your contributions enable me to dedicate more time and resources to improving the plugina€?s features, performance, and compatibility with various WordPress environments.
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Why are donations crucial?
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Donations play a vital role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the plugin. They allow me to invest in ongoing development, maintenance, and support, ensuring the plugin remains up-to-date, secure, and compatible with the latest WordPress updates and standards.
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How are donations utilized?
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Donations are utilized to fund activities such as acquiring advanced web development tutorials, conducting research on search optimization techniques, and implementing new features based on user feedback. By supporting the plugin through donations, you directly contribute to its continuous improvement and evolution.
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Can I contribute if I am unable to donate money?
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Absolutely! If youa€?re unable to make a monetary donation, you can still contribute to the development of the plugin by providing feedback, reporting bugs, suggesting new features, or even contributing code improvements. Every contribution, regardless of its form, is highly appreciated and helps to strengthen the plugina€?s community and capabilities.
Reviews
Contributors & Developers
“Instant Search” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
Contributors
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Interested in development?
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Changelog
1.1.0
Improvements added.
1.0.9
Features added.
1.0.8
Various changes.
1.0.7
Various changes.
1.0.6
Added improvements.
1.0.5
Added improvements.
1.0.4
Added improvements.
1.0.3
Added improvements.
1.0.2
Added improvements.
1.0.1
Added features:
- Live voice search
- Live search
- Search by SKU in WooCommerce
- Return search results from all registered post types
- Display live search results in a grid
- Display live search results in a list
- Submit for searching
- Improved the display functionality
1.0.0
- Initial release.