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SearchWP Meta Box
SearchWP Meta Box Integration is a plugin by SearchWP that connects the SearchWP search engine with data created in Meta Box. It indexes Meta Box custom fields and custom tables so visitors can find content stored there through your site search.
- Version
- 1.1.1
- Released
- Jan 14, 2025
- Developer
- SearchWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Meta Box
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in SearchWP Meta Box 1.1.1
Version 1.1.1
Latest
- ImprovedUpdated updater
What it does
Default WordPress search looks mainly at titles and post content, so details kept in custom fields often go unseen. If your site relies on Meta Box to store things like property details, product specs or structured post data, visitors searching for those terms may get no results. This integration closes that gap by making Meta Box field data part of the SearchWP index, so the information you already store becomes searchable without writing code.
Setup is a one-click integration inside SearchWP, and the plugin needs Meta Box on your site. From there you can include custom fields and custom tables, adjust how the search algorithm weighs results, and build several separate searches aimed at different fields or sections. Diagnostic tools let you confirm that fields and tables are indexed correctly, and search data shows what visitors look for. It also indexes WooCommerce custom fields linked to Meta Box.
Best for
- Sites built on Meta Box custom fields and custom tables
- Real estate or directory sites with structured listing data
- WooCommerce stores storing product details in Meta Box fields
Features
One-click integration setup
Turn on the Meta Box integration with a single click and start indexing your custom field data without extra configuration or code.
Index Meta Box custom fields
Include the data stored in your Meta Box custom fields in search results, so visitors can find content that lives outside the main post body.
Custom table support
Extend search to the custom database tables that Meta Box creates, covering data that standard WordPress search would not look at.
Adjustable search algorithm
Tune how results are ranked by relevance so the matches that matter most for your content appear higher in the list.
Multiple custom searches
Build separate search engines that target different Meta Box fields or areas of your site, each set up for its own purpose.
Search index diagnostics
Check and troubleshoot indexing to confirm that your custom fields and meta data are actually included in search results.
Search data insights
Review what visitors search for most often and use that information to adjust your content or fine-tune search results.
WooCommerce field indexing
Index WooCommerce custom fields linked to Meta Box so shoppers can find products by the details stored in those fields.
SearchWP Meta Box older versions
- 1.1.0Apr 18, 20231 new
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about SearchWP Meta Box
Do I need Meta Box for this plugin to work?
Yes. The plugin is an integration between SearchWP and Meta Box, and it requires Meta Box on your site. It indexes the custom fields and custom tables that Meta Box creates and adds them to SearchWP results.
Can it search data in Meta Box custom tables, or only regular fields?
Both. Along with standard Meta Box custom fields, it supports the custom database tables that Meta Box can create, so data stored in those tables can appear in your search results too.
How can I tell if my custom fields are actually being indexed?
The plugin includes search index diagnostics. You can use them to verify and troubleshoot indexing and confirm that your custom fields and meta data are correctly included in the results visitors see.
Can I set up different searches for different parts of my site?
Yes. You can create multiple custom searches, each targeting different Meta Box fields or site areas, and adjust the relevance algorithm so each search ranks results in a way that suits its content.
Is SearchWP Meta Box free?
The code of SearchWP Meta Box is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of SearchWP Meta Box is this?
Version 1.1.1, released Jan 14, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update SearchWP Meta Box?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of SearchWP Meta Box automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does SearchWP Meta Box need?
SearchWP Meta Box needs Meta Box installed and active.
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