The search bar allows users to find relevant content across multiple areas of the app without scrolling. Depending on how the app is set up, search can surface results from places like People directories, messages, and other searchable content, making navigation faster and more intuitive.
How to use the Search Bar
Log in, go to Navigation in the left navigation
Stay in the Side Menu tab
Click the Language tab
Turn on the toggle to enable the search bar
This activates search for users inside the app side menu
Customize the search label (optional)
Rename the search field text to match your app’s tone or purpose
Examples: “Search Directory”, “Find Content”, or “Search App”
Click Save to apply changes
To test it out, in the App Preview:
Open the side menu
Enter a specific name or keyword
Results display where the term appears across plugins such as People, Directories, or Chat
Pro tips
Use full names or email addresses when searching for people
Be specific with keywords to avoid broad or unrelated results
Short or common words may return many matches across the app