Installation and Integration Guidelines for the Search7 App

Welcome to Search7! This guide will help you seamlessly install and integrate the Search7 app into your Shopify store. Follow these step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth setup process.

Step 1: Installing the Search7 App

  1. Log in to your Shopify admin dashboard.
  2. Navigate to the Shopify App Store and search for Search7.
  3. Click on the Add App button.
  4. Once redirected to your Shopify admin, click on Install App to complete the installation.

Step 2: Initial Setup

  1. After installation, open the Search7 app from your Shopify admin under the Apps section.
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the onboarding process, including configuring the basic settings such as:
    • Store language
    • Search preferences
    • Styling options (optional).

Step 3: Activating the App Embed

  1. Go to Online Store > Themes > Customize.
  2. In the theme editor, select App embeds from the left-hand sidebar.
  3. Enable the Search7 App Snippet toggle to activate the instant search widget and search results page integration.
  4. Click Save to apply the changes.

Step 4: Configuring Search Settings

  1. Open the Search7 app from your Shopify admin.
  2. Navigate to the Search > Search Widget/Search Result Page > Configuration.
  3. Configure the following options based on your store’s requirements:
    • Search result filters (e.g., product type, price range, availability).
    • Auto-suggestions for search queries.
    • Default sorting options for search results.

Step 5: Advanced Integration (Optional)

For stores with custom themes or unique requirements, additional integration steps may be required:

  1. Custom Styling: Adjust the widget’s design to match your store’s branding via the Styling section in the Search7 app.
  2. Manual Theme Code Changes: If needed, embed Search7’s custom snippets directly into your theme by editing the theme’s Liquid files. Detailed instructions can be found under the Help section of the app.

Step 6: Testing the Integration

  1. Open your online store and test the search functionality:
    • Type a few product names or categories to ensure the instant search widget displays suggestions.
    • Verify that the search results page shows accurate and relevant results.
  2. Use multiple devices (desktop, tablet, mobile) to check responsiveness and performance.

Step 7: Customization (Optional)

If you wish to customize:

  1. Go to the Customization section in the Search7 app.
  2. Modify colors, fonts, and widget placement to better align with your store’s theme.
  3. Preview changes before saving to ensure a consistent user experience.

Step 8: Need Assistance?

Our support team is here to assist you if you encounter any issues or need help with the integration.

  • Email: support@simprosys.com
  • Documentation: Access the in-app Help section for detailed guides and FAQs.
  • Live Chat: Available within the app for real-time support.

Thank you for choosing Search7! We’re excited to help you enhance your store’s search experience.