Search & Filter
Find files quickly with search and advanced filters.
The Hub provides powerful search and filtering capabilities to help you find files quickly, even in large collections.
Search Basics
Using the Search Box
Type in the search box at the top of the Hub to find files by name or content.
- Results appear as you type (with a 300ms debounce)
- Matches are highlighted in the results
- Search works across all files you have access to
The 300ms debounce prevents excessive searches while typing, providing a smooth experience without unnecessary delays.
Search Scope
Search looks through:
- File names
- Document content
- Tags
- Owner names
Filtering Options
Use filters to narrow down your file list based on specific criteria.
Filter by Type
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| All | Show all file types |
| Documents | Show only documents |
| Whiteboards | Show only whiteboards |
| Folders | Show only folders |
Filter by Date Range
| Range | Description |
|---|---|
| All Time | No date restriction |
| Today | Files from today only |
| This Week | Files from the current week |
| This Month | Files from the current month |
| This Year | Files from the current year |
Filter by Owner
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| All | Files from any owner |
| My Files | Only files you own |
| Shared with Me | Files others have shared with you |
Filter by Tags
Select one or more tags to show only files with those tags. Tags help categorize and organize your files for quick retrieval.
Sorting Options
Change how files are ordered in the list.
| Sort By | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Alphabetical order (A-Z or Z-A) |
| Created | By creation date (newest or oldest first) |
| Modified | By last modification date (newest or oldest first) |
| Size | By file size (largest or smallest first) |
Changing Sort Order
Click on a column header to sort by that column. Click again to reverse the order.
Combining Filters
Filters work together to refine your results. For example, you can:
Search for "project" to find files with that term
Filter by Documents to exclude whiteboards
Filter by This Month to see only recent files
Filter by My Files to see only files you own
All filters are applied simultaneously, showing only files that match all selected criteria.
Clearing Filters
- Click Clear next to individual filters to remove them
- Click Clear All to reset all filters at once
Tips for Finding Files
Use specific search terms: The more specific your search, the better your results. Include unique words from the file name or content.
Combine search with filters: Start with a broad search, then use filters to narrow down results.
Use tags consistently: Tag your files when creating them to make future searching easier.
Check different date ranges: If you remember approximately when you created a file, use date filters to narrow the search.
Try owner filters: If you're looking for a file someone shared with you, use the "Shared with Me" filter.
Related
- Hub Overview - Understanding the Hub
- Assets - Organizing your files
- Folders - Using folders to organize files
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