Search field

Definition: A search field is a text input element that allows users to enter keywords or queries to search for specific information within the application.

When to use

Use a search field to facilitate the process of finding and retrieving relevant content or data. It's accompanied by a "Search" button or icon that users can click or tap to initiate the search. Users can enter search terms, such as keywords, phrases, or even complex queries, into the search field, and the system responds by presenting relevant results.

Anatomy

  1. Icon
  2. Inputs
  3. Search field

 

 

 

 

 

Variations

Small & large format

  1. Default search field
  2. Primary search field
  3. Search field with the default button
  4. Search field with primary button

 

 

 

 

 

Action types

Field

Emphasis

Usage

1. Default

Medium

Use as a secondary action.

3. Primary

High

If users need to locate specific information from a larger dataset quickly.

Using a larger variant is optional to enhance the visibility.

 

 

 

 

 

States

  1. Enabled
  2. Hover
  3. Focused
  4. Disabled