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SearchWP Shortcodes
SearchWP Shortcodes by SearchWP is an extension plugin that lets you place search forms and search results wherever you want on a WordPress site. It works through simple shortcodes, so you can build custom search pages without editing theme files or templates.
- Version
- 1.8.5
- Released
- Jul 30, 2025
- Developer
- SearchWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 a year on its own
What’s new in SearchWP Shortcodes 1.8.5
Version 1.8.5
Latest
- FixedLabel FOR attribute not matching the input ID when a custom search variable is used.
What it does
Default WordPress search usually lives in a fixed spot and uses whatever results template your theme provides. Changing that often means editing theme files, which many site owners would rather avoid. This extension gives you shortcodes for search forms and search results, so you can drop them into any page or post. You can build a dedicated search page, add a form to a landing page, or set up separate search areas for different parts of your content.
The extension is turned on from within the SearchWP interface, and the shortcodes connect to the search engines you have configured there. That means the relevance and weighting settings you set up in SearchWP apply to the results the shortcodes display. Results can include excerpts, links and metadata, with pagination for longer result sets, and live Ajax suggestions can appear as visitors type. It suits sites such as WooCommerce stores or knowledge bases where search plays a big role.
Best for
- SearchWP users who want custom search pages
- WooCommerce stores that rely on product search
- Knowledge bases and documentation sites
Features
Search form shortcodes
Place customizable search forms anywhere on your site, such as pages, posts or landing pages, by adding a shortcode where you want the form to appear.
Search results shortcodes
Display search results with excerpts, links and metadata using shortcodes, so you control where and how results show up on the page.
Pagination for results
Split larger sets of search results across multiple pages with shortcode-based pagination, which keeps long result lists easier to read.
Works with your search engines
Connect the shortcodes to a SearchWP search engine of your choice so each form returns results using that engine's configuration.
Live Ajax suggestions
Show search suggestions to visitors as they type, giving them relevant results before they finish entering their query.
No theme editing required
Add or change search features on your site without touching code or modifying your WordPress theme templates.
Algorithm settings via shortcodes
Apply your custom relevance and weighting settings through shortcode parameters so results match the way your content is organized.
Quick setup inside SearchWP
Turn on the extension from the SearchWP interface and start using the shortcodes right away, with no separate configuration process.
SearchWP Shortcodes older versions
- 1.8.4Oct 26, 20231 new
- 1.8.3Apr 18, 20231 new, 1 improvement
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about SearchWP Shortcodes
Do I need SearchWP to use this plugin?
Yes. This is an extension for SearchWP. It is enabled from the SearchWP interface, and its shortcodes use the search engines and algorithm settings you configure in SearchWP to produce results.
Can I add a search form without editing my theme?
Yes. The search form and results shortcodes can be placed in any page or post, so you can add or change search areas on your site without modifying theme files or templates.
Does it support live search as visitors type?
It does. The plugin includes live Ajax search that shows relevant suggestions while a visitor is typing, which helps people reach the right result without submitting the full search first.
Can different search forms use different settings?
The shortcodes can connect to the search engine you choose, and custom relevance and weighting settings can be applied through shortcode parameters. That lets you tailor each search area to the content it covers.
Is SearchWP Shortcodes free?
The code of SearchWP Shortcodes 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 Shortcodes is this?
Version 1.8.5, released Jul 30, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update SearchWP Shortcodes?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of SearchWP Shortcodes automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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