- 4.4.1. Text search
- 4.4.1.1. Search with a single term
- 4.4.1.2. singular - plural
- 4.4.1.3. Several terms
- 4.4.1.4. Search with a combination of terms and variable values
- 4.4.1.5. Search only with variable values
- 4.4.1.6. Exact search {}
- 4.4.1.7. Strict search!
- 4.4.1.8. Phrase search "" (specific order of terms)
- 4.4.1.9. Placeholder search *
- 4.4.1.10. Leading zeros in part numbers
- 4.4.1.11. Search for negative values
- 4.4.1.12. Number search for area
- 4.4.1.13. Number search with units (explicit and implicit)
- 4.4.1.14. Logical operators
- 4.4.1.15. Mixture of AND and OR - bracket replacement
- 4.4.1.16. Search options for ERP integration
- 4.4.2. 3D Shape Search
- 4.4.2.1. Use your own 3D model (or the one opened in 3D)
- 4.4.2.1.1. Geometric search (individual part)
- 4.4.2.1.2. Geometric search (individual part in assembly)
- 4.4.2.1.3. Partial search
- 4.4.2.1.3.1. Approach
- 4.4.2.1.3.2. Examples
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.1. Partial search: Search for a combination of planar surfaces and their relationship
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.2. Partial search: Search for a surface including inner contour with a complex shape
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.3. Partial search: pattern recognition
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.4. Partial search: Ignore cylinder length
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.5. Partial search: Find counterpart
- 4.4.2.1.3.2.6. Partial search: Search for a 3D text (character)
- 4.4.2.2. Parametric 3D Templates
- 4.4.2.3. Advanced search for geometric features
- 4.4.3. 2D Search
- 4.4.4. Color Search
- 4.4.5. Combined search: 2D sketch search + geometric features
Beside
of the full-text search
(input field under 
) there are several other search methods available
which can also be combined with each other:[4] [Full-text search]
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Filter search (faceted search, quick filter, markets) The preset filters provide quick access to selected areas and fast filtering by market. It is also possible to perform a quick search across all catalogs. You can find detailed information on the search method here. |
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3D shape [3D Shape] search To search with a 3D shape, you can either upload your own models or use an editable standard shape. You can find detailed information about the search method here. |
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2D sketch [2D Sketch] search You can use the 2D sketch to draw a shape yourself or upload a photo to narrow down the search. You can find detailed information about the search method here. |
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Color search The search can be filtered by specifying a color. Here you will find detailed information about the search method. |
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Catalogs search In addition to the option of displaying all catalogs alphabetically, you can also filter by functionality or classification. Here you will find detailed information on the search method. |
Selected search methods appear in the search box
displayed. 
deletes the respective method.
It can also be helpful to limit the search to a specific catalog or directory or to specific areas or markets. See Section 4.3, “ Filter ”.
[4] only 3D shape search [3D Shape Search] and 2D sketch search [2D Sketch search] do not work together