Results Widget
Introduction
eDirectory introduces a significant improvement to its search functionality with the consolidation of results widgets into a single, comprehensive, and highly customizable "Results Widget." This enhancement simplifies the management of search results and empowers you to tailor the display to your specific needs.
Unified and Customizable Results Widget
The newly unified "Results Widget" provides a centralized solution for displaying search results, offering unprecedented flexibility in terms of layout and filtering options.
Key Features:
- View Mode Selection:
- Choose between "Grid view," "List view," or a combined "List & Grid view" to present search results in your preferred format.
- Filter Position Control:
- Position the search filters on either the left or right side of the results page, optimizing the user interface for your audience.
Visual Demonstrations:
- Grid View:
- Displays search results in a visually appealing grid format, ideal for showcasing listings with images.
- List View:
- Presents search results in a concise list format, providing detailed information in a structured manner.
- List & Grid View:
- Offers users the flexibility to switch between grid and list views, catering to diverse preferences.
- Filter Option Left:
- Positions search filters on the left side of the results, a common layout for many websites.
- Filter Option Right:
- Positions search filters on the right side of the results, providing an alternative layout option.
Benefits of the Unified Results Widget:
- Simplified Management:
- Consolidates multiple results widgets into a single, easy-to-manage component.
- Enhanced Customization:
- Provides extensive control over the display and filtering of search results.
- Improved User Experience:
- Offers flexible viewing options and filter placement, catering to diverse user preferences.
- Increased Flexibility:
- Allows site managers to choose the best layout for the information being shown.
Conclusion
The unified and customizable "Results Widget" in eDirectory represents a significant improvement in search functionality. By providing flexible viewing options and filter placement, this widget empowers you to create a more user-friendly and visually appealing search experience for your website visitors. This tool will allow for more control over the user experience of your site.