Problems with Search?

JonInNY · May 12th, 2008, 05:11 PM

Hi Bumper-

I wonder if there is a problem with the search feature. I was trying to find a recent post of mine with the title: "Shooting a Deer After a Road Accident?"

No matter what keywords I typed in, I could not come up with that post. I finally did find it by searching on my name (it's post #49183), but shouldn't it come up in a regular search?

Thanks,
Jonathan

deadeye72 · May 12th, 2008, 06:19 PM

You can type in the exact title, but the search function chooses certain key words to search by. I have had that problem before.

Kerbouchard · May 12th, 2008, 06:34 PM

I've had the same problem...sometimes you just have to keep trying different words or types of searching. Often, it's easiest to just search for your own posts just like you did.

I think Bumper said something about the next upgrade having some changes to some of the title features, maybe the searches will be upgraded, too?

exactlymypoint · May 12th, 2008, 06:52 PM

I am not one to complain, unless of course everyone else is complaining and then my herd mentality takes over.

I love this site, but I am less than pleased with the search function. I know Bumper has no control over it as he rents/purchases this forum and is at the mercy of the developers.

However, the search feature seems to be lacking as it does an OR search vs. an AND search. That is if I type in Glock 19 9mm, it will find every thread with EITHER the word Glock OR 19 OR 9mm. What we really want is an AND search where it only finds threads with the words Glock AND 19 AND 9mm.

As a software developer myself, I would make that the next feature I put in. Actually, it really isn't that hard to program, but I know not how this site is architected so I will just shut up.

Bumper · May 12th, 2008, 10:50 PM

I'm not sure whether the search was upgraded in the new version, but they certainly should turn their attention in that direction. I have very little control over the search feature and absolutely none on how it searches with and/or operators. Sorry guys, but vBulletin searches just are what they are....

Pete Zaria · May 12th, 2008, 10:59 PM

Try searching Google for your post, like this:

(keywords) site:defensivecarry.com

Such as:

Shooting a Deer After a Road Accident site:defensivecarry.com

I frequently get better results this way. Also, subscribe to threads you'll want to view again, to make getting back to them easier.

Peace,
Pete Zaria.

JonInNY · May 12th, 2008, 11:29 PM

Thanks for the replies. I have found the shortcuts, and they do work. It's just strange that if I choose the only two major keywords in my post it doesn't work.

PS: Not "blaming" you, Bumper. The site is really fantasic, and I think you're doing a great job. Hopefully the next upgrade will address the issue.

Kerbouchard · May 12th, 2008, 11:36 PM

Thanks for the advice Pete...I'll try that. Learn something new everyday.

Bumper · May 13th, 2008, 03:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonInNY

PS: Not "blaming" you, Bumper. The site is really fantasic, and I think you're doing a great job. Hopefully the next upgrade will address the issue.

No problem, I understand completely. I run into problems with the search feature myself sometimes....

May 12th, 2008, 05:11 PM	#1
JonInNY Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mid-Hudson Valley New York State Posts: 1,284	Problems with Search? Hi Bumper- I wonder if there is a problem with the search feature. I was trying to find a recent post of mine with the title: "Shooting a Deer After a Road Accident?" No matter what keywords I typed in, I could not come up with that post. I finally did find it by searching on my name (it's post #49183), but shouldn't it come up in a regular search? Thanks, Jonathan __________________ *Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?* (Who will guard the guards?)

May 12th, 2008, 06:19 PM	#2
deadeye72 Distinguished Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Central Mississippi Posts: 1,705	You can type in the exact title, but the search function chooses certain key words to search by. I have had that problem before. __________________ HK P2000 .40 BUSHMASTER M4 BENELLI NOVA

May 12th, 2008, 06:34 PM	#3
Kerbouchard Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 1,964	I've had the same problem...sometimes you just have to keep trying different words or types of searching. Often, it's easiest to just search for your own posts just like you did. I think Bumper said something about the next upgrade having some changes to some of the title features, maybe the searches will be upgraded, too? __________________ Money can be lost or stolen, health and strength may fail, but what you have committed to your mind is yours forever. http://miscmusings.townhall.com/ Who is John Galt?

May 12th, 2008, 10:50 PM	#5
Bumper Administrator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Arizona Posts: 12,281	I'm not sure whether the search was upgraded in the new version, but they certainly should turn their attention in that direction. I have very little control over the search feature and absolutely none on how it searches with and/or operators. Sorry guys, but vBulletin searches just are what they are.... __________________ Bumper Administrator DefensiveCarry.com Forum Coimhéad fearg fhear na foighde; Beware the anger of a patient man.

May 12th, 2008, 10:59 PM	#6
Pete Zaria Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Near Seattle, WA Posts: 596	Try searching Google for your post, like this: (keywords) site:defensivecarry.com Such as: Shooting a Deer After a Road Accident site:defensivecarry.com I frequently get better results this way. Also, subscribe to threads you'll want to view again, to make getting back to them easier. Peace, Pete Zaria. __________________ Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead "Booger Hook Off the Bang Switch" - unknown

May 12th, 2008, 06:52 PM	#4
exactlymypoint Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,013	I am not one to complain, unless of course everyone else is complaining and then my herd mentality takes over. I love this site, but I am less than pleased with the search function. I know Bumper has no control over it as he rents/purchases this forum and is at the mercy of the developers. However, the search feature seems to be lacking as it does an OR search vs. an AND search. That is if I type in Glock 19 9mm, it will find every thread with EITHER the word Glock OR 19 OR 9mm. What we really want is an AND search where it only finds threads with the words Glock AND 19 AND 9mm. As a software developer myself, I would make that the next feature I put in. Actually, it really isn't that hard to program, but I know not how this site is architected so I will just shut up. __________________ Let me explain. No. There is not time. Let me summarize. Oh, ya, dad. THAT just screams fun. - Megan Be still, and know that I am God; Psalms 46:10

May 12th, 2008, 11:29 PM	#7
JonInNY Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mid-Hudson Valley New York State Posts: 1,284	Thanks for the replies. I have found the shortcuts, and they do work. It's just strange that if I choose the only two major keywords in my post it doesn't work. PS: Not "blaming" you, Bumper. The site is really fantasic, and I think you're doing a great job. Hopefully the next upgrade will address the issue. __________________ *Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?* (Who will guard the guards?)

May 12th, 2008, 11:36 PM	#8
Kerbouchard Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 1,964	Thanks for the advice Pete...I'll try that. Learn something new everyday. __________________ Money can be lost or stolen, health and strength may fail, but what you have committed to your mind is yours forever. http://miscmusings.townhall.com/ Who is John Galt?

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