F.A.Q.
How do I install Swift Woo Search?
You can install the plugin by uploading the ZIP file via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, or by extracting it to your /wp-content/plugins/ folder and activating it in the admin.
Where can I find the plugin settings?
After activation, go to the left-hand menu → Swift Search → Settings to configure all options.
Do I need to rebuild the search index after installation?
Yes. Click the Rebuild Search Index button under Settings → Maintenance to enable accurate and optimized search functionality.
How do I add the search to my menu?
Go to Appearance → Menus, find the “Swift Search Item” on the left, and click “Add to Menu.”
Can I embed the search anywhere on a page?
Yes. Use the shortcode to insert the live search into any page or content block.
Is the plugin compatible with all themes?
Yes, Swift Woo Search works with any WooCommerce-compatible theme.
Does it work on mobile devices?
Absolutely. The search interface is fully responsive and optimized for mobile experience.
How does the ranking work?
Results are scored by title match, relevance, position, tags, and description content using a custom relevance algorithm.
Can I show prices and stock status in results?
Yes, both are configurable in Settings.
How can I customize the search appearance?
You can add custom CSS in the “Custom CSS” box in the settings panel.
Can I exclude admin searches from tracking?
Yes, enable “Disable logging for administrators” in the settings.
Does it track search performance?
Yes. Click data, add-to-cart and purchase events are logged and shown in the Search Log and Analytics sections.
How do I enable caching for faster results?
In Settings, enable the “Enable search cache” option.
How often is the search index updated?
You can set the automatic rebuild interval (in hours) under “Rebuild Search Index Interval”.
Does it support fuzzy search and partial matches?
Yes. The plugin includes support for prefix and fuzzy matching to catch more relevant results.
Can I export search statistics?
Yes. Charts in the Analytics panel have export options (JPG, PNG, CSV, PDF).
Is there a way to track zero-result searches?
Yes. These are displayed under Analytics → Zero-Click Keywords section.
How can I clear the search cache manually?
Click the “Clear Search Cache” button under Settings → Maintenance.
What happens if a product was added to cart from a search?
The plugin logs which search keyword led to an add-to-cart event for each product.
Can I see related search keywords on order pages?
Yes. On each WooCommerce order page, there is a meta box showing related keywords that led to the purchase.