Search Configuration

Basic Search Configuration

The Combo plugin provides a simple configuration option to extend WordPress search functionality:

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# Search configuration
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search:
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  extend_to_postmeta: true

When extend_to_postmeta is set to true, WordPress search queries will include post meta data, allowing users to find content stored in custom fields. This is the only configuration option available for search.

How It Works

When enabled, this feature enhances the default WordPress search functionality in the following ways:

• Extends search queries to include content stored in post meta fields
• Maintains the standard search functionality for post titles and content
• Improves content discoverability by making custom field data searchable

Use Cases

Extending search to post meta is particularly useful when:

• You store important content in custom fields
• You use ACF or other custom field plugins to manage content
• Your site has product information, event details, or other structured data in meta fields
• You want to provide more comprehensive search results to your users

Performance Considerations

While extending search to post meta improves content discoverability, it may impact search performance on sites with:

• Large numbers of posts
• Extensive use of custom fields
• Complex meta data structures

For high-traffic sites with extensive content, consider implementing a dedicated search solution like Elasticsearch or Algolia for better performance.