Searching & Filtering FAQs
Master the search and filter tools to quickly find answers in your FAQ library
Quick Finding Tools
With 50+ built-in FAQs plus your custom additions, finding the right answer quickly is essential. The Support page provides powerful search and filtering capabilities to help you locate specific information in seconds.
Tip: Use search for keywords and filter for browsing by topic. Combining both gives you the most precise results.
Using the Search Bar
How Search Works
The search bar is located at the top of the FAQ list. It searches through three areas of each FAQ:
- Question Text: The FAQ question itself
- Answer Text: The full answer content
- Tags: All associated keywords and tags
Search Examples
Here are effective search strategies:
Feature-Based: Search "calculator", "invoice", or "printer" to find all FAQs related to that feature
Action-Based: Search "upload", "add", "create", or "delete" to find FAQs about specific actions
Problem-Based: Search "slow", "error", "can't login", or "not working" to find troubleshooting FAQs
Multi-Word: Search "3D model upload" or "invoice payment" for more specific results
Real-Time Results
Search results update instantly as you type. You don't need to press Enter or click a search button. The FAQ list filters automatically with each keystroke.
Note: If your search returns no results, try using simpler or more general terms. For example, use "order" instead of "purchase order".
Clearing Search
To see all FAQs again after searching:
- • Delete all text from the search bar, or
- • Click the "X" button if your browser displays one in the input field
The FAQ list will immediately return to showing all available FAQs.
Using the Category Filter
Category Dropdown
The category filter dropdown is located next to the search bar. It lists all 18 default categories plus any custom categories you've created.
Available Categories
The dropdown includes all categories that have at least one FAQ:
- • Dashboard
- • Calculator
- • 3D Models
- • Printers
- • Filaments
- • Orders
- • Clients
- • Colors
- • Analytics
- • Invoices
- • Billing
- • History
- • Integrations
- • Tools
- • Activity
- • Account (settings, currency, security)
- • Troubleshooting (errors, bugs, performance issues)
- • General (contact support, miscellaneous)
Custom Categories
When you create custom FAQs, you can assign them to existing categories or create new ones. Any new categories will automatically appear in the filter dropdown.
Tip: Use descriptive category names like "Pricing Policy", "Shipping", or "Client Onboarding" for your custom FAQs to keep them organized.
Combining Search and Filter
Powerful Combination
For the most precise results, use both search and category filter together. This narrows down FAQs to exactly what you need.
Example 1: Filter by "Orders" category, then search "status" to find FAQs about order status management
Example 2: Filter by "Calculator" category, then search "preset" to find FAQs about saving calculator presets
Example 3: Filter by "Troubleshooting" category, then search "login" to find authentication issue FAQs
How Combined Filtering Works
When you use both search and category filter, the system applies both criteria:
Browsing by Category Sections
Collapsible Category Headers
FAQs are grouped under collapsible category headers. Each header shows:
- • Category name (e.g., "Orders", "Calculator")
- • Question count badge (how many FAQs in that category)
- • Expand/collapse arrow icon
Category Order
Categories are displayed in a logical order that matches the dashboard navigation:
- 1. Dashboard (homepage features)
- 2-8. Core Tools (Calculator, Models, Printers, Filaments, Orders, Clients, Colors)
- 9-15. Business Features (Analytics, Invoices, Billing, History, Integrations, Tools, Activity)
- 16-18. General (Account, Troubleshooting, General)
Tip: If you're browsing for general information about a feature, expand that feature's category to see all related FAQs at once.
Understanding Results
Results Counter
Below the FAQ list, you'll see a results summary that updates based on your current search/filter:
X questions: Total number of FAQs matching your criteria
Y categories: Number of unique categories containing matching FAQs
No Results Found
If your search returns zero results, you'll see a centered message: "No FAQs found matching your search"
- • Check your spelling
- • Try simpler or more general search terms
- • Change category filter to "All Categories"
- • Clear the search and browse manually
- • Consider creating a custom FAQ for this topic
Search Best Practices
Effective Search Strategies
Start Broad: Begin with general terms like "invoice" or "printer", then narrow down if needed
Use Keywords: Search for action words like "add", "create", "edit", "delete", or "manage"
Think Like a User: Use terms your clients might use, not technical jargon
Try Synonyms: If "cost" doesn't work, try "price" or "pricing"
Check Tags: Remember that search includes tags, so think of related concepts
Pro Tip: When creating custom FAQs, add comprehensive tags to make them easier to find later. Include synonyms and related terms users might search for.
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