How to Search and Filter Products

Search Basics

Using the Search Bar

The search bar is available at the top of every page:

1. Click or tap the search bar
2. Start typing your search query
3. View instant suggestions as you type
4. Press Enter or click the search icon

Search Suggestions

As you type, you'll see:

• Product Suggestions: Matching products with images and prices
• Category Suggestions: Related product categories
• Brand Suggestions: Matching brand names
• Popular Searches: What others are searching for
• Your Recent Searches: Quick access to past searches

Advanced Search Features

Voice Search

Use voice search for hands-free searching:

1. Click the microphone icon in the search bar
2. Allow microphone access when prompted
3. Speak your search query clearly
4. Review and confirm the transcribed text

Image Search

Find products by uploading an image:

1. Click the camera icon in the search bar
2. Upload an image or take a photo
3. Our AI identifies products in the image
4. View similar products available on digiMall

Barcode Scanning

Scan product barcodes for exact matches:

• Available in mobile app only
• Tap barcode icon in search
• Point camera at barcode
• Automatically finds the exact product

Using Filters Effectively

Available Filter Options

Price Range

• Drag slider to set min/max price
• Enter exact amounts for precision
• Quick presets: Under ₦5,000, ₦5,000-₦20,000, etc.

Category & Subcategory

• Browse hierarchical categories
• Select multiple subcategories
• See product count for each category

Brand

• Search within brand list
• Select multiple brands
• Popular brands shown first

Ratings

• Filter by minimum star rating
• 4 stars & up for highly rated items
• See number of reviews

Availability

• In Stock: Ready to ship
• Low Stock: Limited quantity
• Pre-order: Coming soon
• Include out of stock: See all options

Shipping Options

• Free Shipping: No delivery charges
• Express Delivery: 1-2 day shipping
• Same Day: Get it today
• Ships from Lagos: Local shipping

Seller Filters

• Verified Sellers: digiMall verified vendors
• Top Rated: 4.5+ star sellers
• Power Sellers: High volume, reliable vendors
• Local Sellers: In your city/state

Special Filters

• Bargain Available: Negotiable prices
• Bundle Deals: Multi-item savings
• New Arrivals: Added in last 7 days
• On Sale: Discounted items

Sorting Search Results

Sort Options

• Relevance (Default): Best matches for your search
• Price: Low to High: Budget-friendly first
• Price: High to Low: Premium products first
• Customer Rating: Highest rated first
• Most Reviews: Popular products
• Newest First: Recently added
• Best Sellers: Top selling items
• Discount %: Biggest savings first

View Options

• Grid View: Visual layout with large images
• List View: Detailed view with descriptions
• Compact View: More products per page

Search Tips & Tricks

Effective Search Queries

• Be Specific: "Samsung Galaxy S23 128GB" instead of "Samsung phone"
• Use Model Numbers: "iPhone 14 Pro A2890" for exact matches
• Include Key Features: "wireless headphones noise cancelling"
• Try Synonyms: "laptop" or "notebook" or "computer"

Search Operators

• Quotes (""): Search exact phrase - "blue leather wallet"
• Minus (-): Exclude terms - headphones -wireless
• OR: Either term - Samsung OR iPhone
• Price Range: Add price - laptop under 200000

Common Search Mistakes to Avoid

• Too many keywords at once
• Misspelling brand names (though our AI helps)
• Not using filters to narrow results
• Ignoring search suggestions

Saved Searches

Create alerts for products you're looking for:

1. Perform a search with your desired filters
2. Click "Save This Search" button
3. Name your saved search
4. Choose notification frequency (daily, weekly)
5. Receive alerts when new matches appear

Search History

Your recent searches are saved for quick access:

• Last 20 searches stored
• Click to repeat any search
• Clear individual or all searches
• Synced across devices when logged in