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search input
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "search input" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a field or area where users can enter text or queries to perform a search, typically in digital interfaces or applications. Example: "Please enter your search input in the box provided to find relevant results."
✓ Grammatically correct
Science
News & Media
Wiki
Alternative expressions(2)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
12 human-written examples
Indeed, there are those who may get some salacious pleasure from manipulating a search engine to report specific editorial opinion in response to a particular search input.
News & Media
Among the services will be a cloud-based storage service, location-based services and Baidu Map, voice recognition and handwriting-based search input, Baidu Music and services to recharge your call and data credits on the device.
News & Media
In addition, domain information for sequences is not available in metagenomic projects, so HMMs from bacterial and archaeal rRNA alignments were both used to search input sequences.
Science
Step two: in order to find the BPCDO statements in step one, we used the Google search input terms "cooperative medical schemes" and "chronic diseases" in Chinese.
Science
The search input drought resulted in 33 differentially regulated transcripts with homology to a safflower drought stress-subtracted library and 25 of these transcripts were up-regulated.
Science
The output miRNA pharmacogenomic sets may be generated by two different methods: the default 'all associations' output provides all miRNA pharmacogenomic sets which contain at least one of the search input terms.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
48 human-written examples
It's easy to type in something dumb and get a quick result from a shitty website that will infect your computer with viruses, but the more thorough and considerate your search inputs are, the better rewards will come from this magic metaverse.
News & Media
Namely, users' searching input should exactly match the keywords contained in the files.
Science
CpGIE searches input sequences in sliding windows based on user-set criteria.
Science
FILTER searches input contact maps for 'unsafe' areas, namely false entries due to noise.
Science
We previously provided a script that searches input files to detect and avoid those possible misidentifications [ 20].
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When designing user interfaces, clearly label the "search input" field to ensure users understand where to enter their search terms.
Common error
Avoid using "search input" to refer to the results returned by a search engine. "Search input" refers to what the user provides to initiate the search, while search results are what the search engine provides in response.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "search input" functions primarily as a noun phrase. It refers to the data or information that a user enters into a search engine or system to initiate a search. Ludwig AI confirms that it is a standard term in various contexts.
Frequent in
Science
52%
News & Media
27%
Wiki
9%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Reference
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "search input" is a grammatically sound and frequently used term referring to the information provided to initiate a search. Ludwig AI confirms its usability and correctness. It appears commonly in scientific, news media, and wiki contexts. To improve clarity, ensure the label is straightforward. Common alternatives include "search query" and "search terms". When using "search input", be clear that it refers to the entered data, not the search results. Being thorough with the "search inputs" generally leads to better results.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
search query
This alternative focuses on the query itself, which is the formulated question or request used for searching.
input for search
This reverses the structure of the original phrase while maintaining the same core meaning.
search terms
This alternative refers to the specific words or phrases used when conducting a search.
search criteria
This alternative refers to the specific standards or rules on which a search is based.
search parameters
This emphasizes the set of values used to control the search process.
entry for search
This alternative focuses on the act of entering the data that will be used for searching.
search submission
This focuses on the act of formally presenting the search request.
input data for search
This emphasizes the data being entered for the search process.
search specification
This emphasizes the detailed requirements or instructions for a search.
information for searching
This focuses on the general information provided to facilitate a search.
FAQs
How do I clearly label the "search input" field in a user interface?
Use straightforward labels like "Search", "Enter your query", or "Type your search terms here" to guide users. Ensure the label is visually associated with the input field.
What is the difference between "search input" and "search query"?
While related, "search input" generally refers to the field or process of entering information for a search, whereas "search query" refers to the specific formulated question or terms entered.
What are some alternatives to "search input"?
You can use alternatives like "search terms", "search query", or "search criteria", depending on the context. These terms emphasize different aspects of the search process.
How does the thoroughness of my "search input" affect search results?
Being thorough and considerate with your "search inputs" generally leads to better and more relevant results. The more precise and detailed your input, the more effectively the search engine can find what you're looking for.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
80%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested