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Adam Bahloul
Adam Bahloul

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How to search more efficiently?

1. Use quotes to get an "EXACT" match

Using quotes in search queries allows you to obtain an "exact" match for specific phrases or words. When you enclose your search terms in quotation marks, search engines will only return results that include the exact phrase or word order you specified within the quotes. This can be particularly useful when you're looking for specific information, researching a specific topic, or trying to find an exact quote from a particular source. By using quotes effectively, you can narrow down your search results and obtain more precise and relevant information for your needs.

Example of using the "Quotes"

2. Search within a specific site with 'site:'

The 'site:' operator in search queries allows you to narrow down your search results to a specific website or domain. By using the 'site:' operator followed by the website URL, you can instruct the search engine to only retrieve results from that particular site. This can be useful when you want to explore content within a specific website or when you're looking for information on a particular topic from a trusted source. By using 'site:' effectively, you can streamline your search process and focus on finding relevant information within a specific site or domain.

Example of using the site:

3. Use the "Google alert" to get news about searchs you are interested in

Google Alerts is a valuable tool that allows you to receive customized updates and notifications about specific search queries or topics of interest. By setting up a Google Alert, you can stay informed and up-to-date on the latest news and information related to your chosen search terms. Whether it's tracking industry trends, monitoring competitors, or staying updated on a particular topic, Google Alerts sends you email notifications whenever new content matching your search criteria is indexed by Google. It's a convenient way to stay informed without constantly manually searching for information, enabling you to effortlessly keep track of subjects that matter to you.

Using alert!

4. Use wildcard * to make searches

If you are unsure about or have forgotten any term in your search query/ question, then use the wildcard * charachter. Google will replace it for you with relevant terms.

For example, a search on => the * of money will populate the following results. It will be a bunch of pages that include the phrase such as "the exchange of money", "the use of money", "the role of money", "the psychology of money", and so on.

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