Creating a Search Feature

Add a search bar to your theme to help users find content.

A search function is a vital utility for any content-rich blog. Blogger has a built-in search engine that you can easily plug into.

Using the Search Widget

The easiest method is to add the "Search" widget from the Layout dashboard. This will add a simple search form that works out of the box.

Creating a Custom Search Form

For more control over the look and feel, you can build your own HTML form. The form must submit to your blog's `/search` path, and the input field must have the name `q`.

Code Examples

xmlCustom HTML Search Form
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<form class='search-form' expr:action='data:blog.homepageUrl + "search"'>
  <input type='text' name='q' placeholder='Search...'/>
  <button type='submit'>Search</button>
</form>

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