Super Search

=== Super Search ===
Contributors: hiorbit
Tags: super search, wordpress search, woocommerce search, product search, search
Requires at least: 6.4.2
Tested up to: 6.4.2
Requires PHP: 8.0
Stable tag: 1.0
License: MIT License
License URI: https://www.mit.edu/~amini/LICENSE.md

Improved WordPress and WooCommerce search with lightning-fast results. Search products, pages and posts. No site slowdown!

== Description ==
####Enhance your search experience####

Super Search revolutionizes the way users interact with your website by providing a powerful and lightning-fast search solution. Say goodbye to the limitations of the default WordPress or WooCommerce search – Super Search is your drop-in solution for an enhanced user experience.


####Features####

*	**Search and filter by Post, Page & Product** - The default WordPress search mixes all our content together, making it hard to find what you need. Super Search allows users to seamlessly filter results by type for post, page, and product.
*	**Simple Integration** - Add anywhere using shortcode. No coding knowledge is required!
*	**Fast Search** - Off-site processing prevents any slowdown on your page, even on large catalogues.
*	**Organised Results** - Filter search results by type and category directly in the search modal.
*	**Responsive design** - Designed to adapt seamlessly to all screen sizes.
*	**Display relevent categories** - Super Search shows a list of categories relevant to your search results.
*	**No site slowdown, no matter how large** - Use Super Search without the worry of site slowdown, even on the most expansive websites or large product catalogues.

####Why You Need An Improved WordPress Search####

The default WordPress search often falls short of user expectations. By combining all search results onto one page it can be difficult to find what you need, whether it is products or blog posts.

Super Search addresses these limitations by allowing users to tailor their search based on content type, streamlining the search process without and eliminating the need to navigate away from the page.

You can effortlessly enhance your website’s search functionality by adding Super Search anywhere on your site using a simple shortcode. Experience the power of Super Search without the hassle – install it swiftly and effortlessly, and watch your search capabilities transform instantly!


####See search results fast####

**Here’s how we make it happen:**
First, you choose which data is indexed, such as title and short description. We pass this data to our servers. You can manually update the search index and we also automatically update every time a post, product or page is created or saved.

Next we streamline and normalize your site data, simplifying the structure into a single-row format that is then stored in the Super Search search index. This targeted indexing ensures that when users search, they are referencing an in-memory fast lookup, significantly enhancing the speed of search results.

On top of this, we implement additional index performance software to optimize the search speed further. The outcome? Lightning-fast search results that transform the user experience, making finding information on your site quick, efficient, and incredibly responsive.

Only this plugin is released under the MIT license, which does NOT extend to any associated Hi-Orbit services.

== Installation ==
* Log into your WordPress admin, navigate to Plugins > Add New, then search for Super Search. 
* Install and activate the plugin
* For full setup instructions visit our [Knowledge Base] (https://hi-orbit.com/knowledge-base/getting-started/)


== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= My Search bar is showing too far down when I’m not logged in =

The position of the search window is based on an offset from the top of the screen. When you are logged in to wordpress there is an admin bar which pushes the content further down the page.

When setting your Search Window Position make sure to check your site when you are not logged in to make sure that the search bar displays correctly.

= How do I create a Super Search account? =

You can create an account on Super Search for free. [Create an account here](https://supersearch.hi-orbit.com/register).

= How do I add my API details? =

Follow our guide on [how to add API details](https://hi-orbit.com/knowledge-base/getting-started/add-your-api-details/).

*	Log in to your Super Search account
*	On the Super Search dashboard, select ‘sites’ in the sidebar and create a new site.
*	Copy your public and private keys.
*	Go to your WordPress website admin, select Settings > Super Search and add the keys.

= How do I sync my content? =

Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to ‘Settings’ and then ‘Super Search’ in the side menu.
Select sync in the top tabs on the Super Search dashboard and click each of the 'Sync Products To Search Index' buttons.
Once all the sync progress bars have reached 100% your search is ready!

= How do replace my search bar? =

To add search to your website use the shortcode [supersearch]

= How do I adjust the offset of my search bar? = 

If your search bar is showing too high up on the page or too low down you can set an offset by navigating to ‘Settings’ in the Super Search dashboard. The offset is measured in pixels.

= Can I change the Super Search button colours? =

To change the colours of your Super Search buttons log in to your Super Search console.
Head to ‘search settings’
Select Edit
Enter your Hex code and save

== Screenshots ==
1. Easily view account usage
2. Super simple setup
3. Sync products, pages and posts