Show suggestions before typing
You can display a list of suggested products even before a customer starts typing in the search bar. This feature is great for promoting popular or trending items right in the instant search dropdown.
📌 What Are Zero Character Suggestions?
Zero Character Suggestions show products immediately when a shopper clicks on the search bar before they type anything.
It helps customers discover products quickly and increases engagement with your store.
⚙️ How to Enable Zero Character Suggestions
Step 1: Open App Settings
In your Shopify admin, open the Smart Product Filter & Search app.
From the left menu, go to Search → Settings.
Step 2: Enable the Feature
Scroll down to the Instant Search Widget section.
Look for the Zero Character Suggestions option.
Toggle the switch to Enable.
Enable the Show Keywords Suggestions option.
From the Keyword list box, enter the list of keywords you want to show when customers click on the instant search widget.
Enable the Show Product Suggestions option.
From the dropdown menu, select the products you want to show when customers click on the instant search widget.
Step 3: Save Your Settings
Click Save to apply the changes.
💡 Tips
Choose products that have always been in stock.
Use this feature to highlight new arrivals or promotions.
🛠 Need Help?
If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team at [email protected] — we’re happy to help!
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