In the previous article, we have startet to code our custom plugin for Joomla smart search component. So, let's finish it!
In the previous article, we got acquainted with the capabilities of the Joomla smart search component, talked about the parameters and configuration of scheduled indexing using CRON. Let's start creating the code for our own plugin.
You probably already know Joomla has built-in search functionality, which meets modern requirements - the smart search component. But what if your users need a little more? What if you want third party extensions to be searchable as well? In this series of articles, we will look at how to create a smart search plugin for a third-party Joomla component
Search is such an important part of a website especially when there is a large amount of content. It helps improve engagement, or dwell-time as it’s sometimes known. Most of all it makes the site user-friendly as it helps visitors find what they’re looking for.
The 'Search' and 'Smart Search' components have coexisted since Joomla 2.5.
Search (or com_search
) would provide a straightforward search feature while Smart Search would offer indexing and more advanced search capabilities with filtering.
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