The [wpdm_search_result] shortcode displays a search form for packages and shows results. Place it on a dedicated search page to let users find downloads by keyword.
Basic Syntax
[wpdm_search_result]Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| template | string | Default | Link template for results |
| items_per_page | integer | 10 | Results per page |
| cols | integer | 3 | Columns for results grid |
Usage Examples
Basic Search Page
[wpdm_search_result]Custom Results Layout
[wpdm_search_result template="link-template-panel" cols="4" items_per_page="20"]How It Works
- The shortcode displays a search input field
- When users submit a search, results appear below the form
- Results are filtered from all published packages
- Pagination is included for long result lists
Tips
- Create a dedicated page like “Search Downloads” for this shortcode
- The search queries package titles, descriptions, and custom fields
- Consider adding the page to your site navigation for easy access
Related
- [wpdm_packages] – Display packages with category filtering
- [wpdm_all_packages] – Table with built-in search