There are several ways to search for an item in CounselLink. This article covers the following:
Performing the Initial Search
Click on any of the tabs at the top of the page to be taken directly to that topic's search page.
The homepage also contains links to pre-configured searches within the various panels. These links take you to the search results page for that particular topic, filtered by the title of the link you click.
While these links are helpful in keeping you aware of specific tasks, they may not always help you locate your search item quickly.
The Quick Search bar is available from any page in CounselLink. It will appear in your top bar.
Using the Quick Search Bar
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Using the Quick Search drop down, select the area (e.g., Fee Offers) where the search is to be performed.
- In the Quick Search field, enter the search term.
- Click the Search icon (magnifying glass) or press Enter on your keyboard.
- If the Search finds one item: The overview page for that item displays.
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If the Search finds multiple items: The results are displayed in a list of your selected topic's search page.
Filtering Your Search Results
Filters allow you to narrow your search results. They are located on the left side of any search page.
Using Search Within
You can perform a simple text search to further modify your initial search results. This option allows you to search within specific fields of your results. Click the fields drop down above the Search Within Results text box.
Using the Search Filters
You can also refine your search results by selecting various search filters. Once a filter is selected, only items matching it are displayed.
For some filters, you can select multiple choices in the same area (e.g. Matter Contact). After each filter is selected, the results update dynamically.
The number next to the filter shows the total number of items in your search that match that criteria.
Only the top ten filters are shown in each group. If more than ten are available, you can view all filters in a specific group by clicking View All at the bottom of the category.
Viewing and Adjusting Currently Applied Search Filters
When filters are applied to your search, they appear immediately below the main Search text box.
You can remove an individual filter by clicking the small x button on the filter's entry or remove all filters by clicking Reset to Default.