How to efficiently "search" within forums??

TROXZILLA · 09-09-2014, 05:18 PM

I am relatively new to this site but how in the heck do you search for certain key words within threads? For example if I wanted to search for all threads that contain the word "berks" is there some specific way to do this? Every time I use the search function it never pulls anything up. Even if I use an advanced search. I just get this message saying "nothing found". Even though I know there are probably a hundred threads out there that contain info on berks products. It's driving me crazy. And I couldn't find and threads or forums on "how to use the search function". Help!!!

aszyd · 09-09-2014, 05:40 PM

"berks" pulls up 20 pages of results for me...

Also, try Google. This forum should be at the top of the list for anything 370z related. I usually just go to Google if I quickly need to find a thread.

nomodsjk · 09-09-2014, 05:42 PM

It has me stumped too brother. It has never once found anything for me

DEpointfive0 · 09-09-2014, 05:45 PM

Google, type in:
site:the370z.com xxx

Where the "xxx" is what you want to search for

blackcherry20 · 09-09-2014, 06:11 PM

Yepp. Google.

Zbrah · 09-09-2014, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Google, type in:
site:the370z.com xxx

Where the "xxx" is what you want to search for

Yep, google for "XXX" always works

MicntaeG35 · 09-09-2014, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zbrah

Yep, google for "XXX" always works

Trips · 09-09-2014, 07:44 PM

I normally use the advance google search and have found it very useful in searching for things by either title or a specific part.

I've in the past made tags like if you're needing help on a How to (reset window) for example to find some diy's

But, I agree it may not be perfect.

SwissCheese · 09-09-2014, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Google, type in:
site:the370z.com xxx

Where the "xxx" is what you want to search for

This is how I usually search for things on here.

TROXZILLA · 09-10-2014, 12:04 PM

Thank you for the assistance. Using the Google search option was very useful.. Kind of frustrating that the normal search function does't work very well.

AK370Z · 09-16-2014, 02:17 AM

Hi,
Normal search function works well if you're a bit advanced user and play around with the drop down menu and ctrl button.

a. you MUST make sure to use dropdown menu and change to (thread) title only. if you keep default, nothing will generate.

b. To minimize unwanted results, first ask yourself "what are you looking for?" are you looking to buy berks exhaust or looking for berks review. Use ctrl button on keyword and highlight specific forums. The forum search function can be just as effective, if not more effective if you know the tricks (search is in time sensitive order). Try it. Have fun. thanks

DEpointfive0 · 09-16-2014, 02:36 AM

308 messages... Fuckin hell AK... Told you I'm available as an admin!!!

AK370Z · 09-16-2014, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

308 messages... Fuckin hell AK... Told you I'm available as an admin!!!

i know! lol well some are really old from 2011-2012 era. When I was in school. I plan on reading them all tonight lol.

SouthArk370Z · 09-16-2014, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

Hi,
Normal search function works well if you're a bit advanced user and play around with the drop down menu and ctrl button.

a. you MUST make sure to use dropdown menu and change to (thread) title only. if you keep default, nothing will generate. ...

I'm not familiar with vBulletin but you should be able to change the default. If not through a config setting, then by modding the PHP code (should be a very simple edit).

AK370Z · 09-17-2014, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

I'm not familiar with vBulletin but you should be able to change the default. If not through a config setting, then by modding the PHP code (should be a very simple edit).

I have thought about it but been really busy. I'll look into that. I just assumed people used drop down menu

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TROXZILLA Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 39 Drives: 11 370Z AT, Blue Rep Power: 10	How to efficiently "search" within forums?? I am relatively new to this site but how in the heck do you search for certain key words within threads? For example if I wanted to search for all threads that contain the word "berks" is there some specific way to do this? Every time I use the search function it never pulls anything up. Even if I use an advanced search. I just get this message saying "nothing found". Even though I know there are probably a hundred threads out there that contain info on berks products. It's driving me crazy. And I couldn't find and threads or forums on "how to use the search function". Help!!! nomodsjk likes this.

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TROXZILLA Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 39 Drives: 11 370Z AT, Blue Rep Power: 10	Thank you for the assistance. Using the Google search option was very useful.. Kind of frustrating that the normal search function does't work very well.

09-16-2014, 02:17 AM	#11 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Hi, Normal search function works well if you're a bit advanced user and play around with the drop down menu and ctrl button. a. you MUST make sure to use dropdown menu and change to (thread) title only. if you keep default, nothing will generate. b. To minimize unwanted results, first ask yourself "what are you looking for?" are you looking to buy berks exhaust or looking for berks review. Use ctrl button on keyword and highlight specific forums. The forum search function can be just as effective, if not more effective if you know the tricks (search is in time sensitive order). Try it. Have fun. thanks blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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