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Simple search is not looking for every word in the search field. It sometimes works and other times does not. Here is the code:

{exp:search:simple_form channel="faq" search_in="everywhere" show_expired="yes" show_future_entries="yes" status="open" where="all" result_page="search/index" no_result_page="search/no-results"}
    <input type="text" name="keywords" id="keywords" value="" placeholder="What is…" class="input" />
    <input type="submit" value="Go" class="btn" />
    {/exp:search:simple_form}

I need help, I have changed where=“everywhere” where=“all” and nothing.

an example is if I type: The lost world
it will not return anything. However, if I type world, it will return an entry with that name.

Whether a field is searchable or not is a per-field setting that defaults to no. Have you checked to make sure all fields are set to be searchable?

Also make sure you understand the difference between where=“any” and where=“all” (I wasn’t clear if you did because where=“everywhere” is not a valid option).

I’ve checked the field settings and it is set to search = true. I’ve gone to this page https://ellislab.com/expressionengine/user-guide/add-ons/search/simple.html and looked at the where= parameter. I tested the form again and nothing, it is still the same. I can type one word and gives me what I want. However, if I type the same word within a sentence it will return not found.  any ideas?

{exp:search:simple_form channel="faq" where="all" result_page="search/index" no_result_page="search/no-results"}
<input type="text" name="keywords" id="keywords" value="" placeholder="What is…" class="input" />
<input type="submit" value="Go" class="btn" />
{/exp:search:simple_form}

If it were me I’d either…

a) Set it back to “where=“any” and remember it’s simple search that comes in the box with a $300 CMS or
b) Use one of the available search add-ons for better results.

Thanks for the tips. What is funny, I have other installs where the form works like a charm with the same settings. I guess this is that one time when it will not work.  Thanks again! 😊