Key Benefit: Provide powerful search and discovery capabilities that help users find relevant communities, content, and connections through intuitive interfaces and smart categorization.
Feature Overview
The Content Discovery & Search UIKit provides comprehensive components for building robust search and exploration experiences. From global search functionality to category-based browsing and notification management, these components enable users to discover and connect with the content and communities that matter to them.Global Search
Universal Discovery
- Cross-platform search functionality
- Real-time search suggestions
- Multi-content type results
- Search history and suggestions
Community Discovery
Organized Exploration
- Category-based browsing
- Community recommendations
- Search result filtering
- My communities management
Advanced Search
Targeted Results
- Community and user search
- Search result customization
- Filter and sort options
- Result relevance ranking
Notifications
Stay Connected
- Notification tray management
- Real-time updates
- Notification categorization
- User engagement tracking
Implementation Guide
Comprehensive search across communities and usersThe Global Search Page offers robust and intuitive search functionality, allowing users to search for and discover communities and users that match their interests and needs.
Features
Feature | Description |
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Top Search Bar | Type search keyword and it will search across list of all communities and users |
Community search result | Displays filtered communities, and clicks to open Community Profile Page |
User search result | Displays filtered users, and clicks to open User Profile Page |
Customization Options
Config ID | Type | Description |
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social_global_search_page/*/* | Page | You can customize page theme |
Code Examples
Navigation Behavior
Component Management Strategies
Search Architecture
Search Architecture
Designing comprehensive search experiencesPlan your search implementation by combining global search with specialized components like top search bars and category browsing. Consider user search patterns and how users move from general exploration to specific discovery.
Content Discovery Flow
Content Discovery Flow
Optimizing discovery pathwaysDesign clear pathways between different discovery methods (search, categories, recommendations). Ensure users can easily navigate between global search, category browsing, and their personal communities.
Notification Strategy
Notification Strategy
Managing user engagementImplement thoughtful notification policies that keep users engaged without overwhelming them. Use notification grouping and smart categorization to provide relevant information at the right time.
Implementation Strategy
Progressive Search Implementation
Progressive Search Implementation
Building comprehensive search featuresStart with basic global search functionality, then add specialized search components for communities and users. Implement category-based discovery and notification management as your platform grows and user needs become more sophisticated.
User Experience Flow
User Experience Flow
Designing intuitive discovery pathsPlan search and discovery flows that guide users from general exploration to specific content discovery. Design clear navigation patterns between different search contexts and ensure smooth transitions between discovery and engagement.
Performance Considerations
Performance Considerations
Optimizing search experiencesImplement efficient search result caching, progressive loading for large result sets, and appropriate debouncing for real-time search suggestions. Consider indexing strategies and result relevance algorithms for optimal user experience.
Best Practices
Search UX Design
Search UX Design
Creating effective search interfacesDesign clear search flows with intuitive filtering and sorting options. Provide helpful empty states, search suggestions, and clear result categorization. Ensure search interfaces are accessible and provide feedback for user actions.
Content Discovery Strategy
Content Discovery Strategy
Facilitating content explorationBalance algorithmic recommendations with user-controlled discovery. Provide multiple pathways for content discovery (search, categories, recommendations) and help users understand why certain content is being suggested.
Notification Management
Notification Management
Respecting user attentionImplement thoughtful notification policies that respect user preferences and attention. Provide granular notification controls, smart batching for related notifications, and clear visual hierarchy for different notification types.
Related Features
Social Feeds
Content Streams
Social feeds and content discovery components
Communities
Community Features
Community creation and management tools
Chat Components
Messaging Features
Real-time chat and communication tools
Implementation Strategy: Begin with AmityGlobalSearchPage for comprehensive search functionality, then add specialized components like AmityTopSearchBar and category browsing based on your users’ discovery patterns and engagement metrics.