R&D 05: WordPress Search
About WordPress Search Functionality
WordPress search functionality is an effective search tool designed to help users who want to perform searches on WordPress websites. This functionality allows users to search for text content, image details, and post titles, but not for tags, categories, or comments.
The Role of the URI in Search Tasks
When a user submits a search query, the URI should ideally display a human-readable HTTP-encoded version of that query. This provides another point-of-reference regarding the user's search query, thus improving user experience.
How to Display the Current Search Term
To display the current search term within the search form field, use the get_search_query() function. This function retrieves a version of the current search term that is safe for use in HTML code.
Grand Summary
This page contains information about search functionality on WordPress websites.