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How Can Advanced Search Functionality in Odoo 17 Elevate Your User Experience? A Step-by-Step Coding Guide

Navigating through heaps of data swiftly and accurately is a game changer in any business scenario. 

Odoo 17, with its Advanced Search Functionality, steps in to transform this crucial aspect of data management. 

This feature is more than just a search tool—it’s your companion in making well-informed decisions quickly. It’s designed to sift through vast data effortlessly, saving you time and helping you focus on what matters most. 

This blog aims to unravel the Advanced Search Functionality in Odoo 17 and guide you through leveraging it to the fullest. 

Your journey towards a smoother, more productive user experience begins here.

WHY ADVANCED SEARCH?

GETTING STARTED WITH ADVANCED SEARCH 

1) Hit the Advanced Search button in the list view of the model you’re exploring and a window of search criteria will greet you.

2) Choose your field, select an operator like ‘Equal to’, and input your search term. Add more criteria if needed, and hit the Search button to see the magic happen.

CREATING CUSTOM SEARCH VIEWS

Frequent searches? Create your own search view via Settings > Views > Create > Search View.

Name your view, specify the model, and define your search criteria to make future searches a breeze.

CODING YOUR OWN SEARCH VIEW

Create a file named my_search_view.xml in your Odoo module and add the following code :

Save and head to Settings > Views > Create > Search View. Fill in the details, specify my_search_view.xml under Search Criteria, and save. Your custom search view is ready to roll!

EXPLORING ADVANCED FILTERS

Odoo 17 offers date, number, text and relationship filters to refine your searches further.

Access these by clicking on the Filters button in the Advanced Search window, select your desired filter, specify the criteria and add it to your search.

Examples to Get You Going :

Discover sales orders from the last week, customers who placed orders in the last month, or products priced above $100 with just a few clicks.

Odoo 17’s Advanced Search Functionality is a powerful tool waiting to be harnessed. This feature, paired with custom search views, can significantly elevate your user experience, making data navigation a breeze. 

At Pragmatic Techsoft, we excel in transitioning businesses to updated Odoo versions, ensuring a seamless migration with a legacy of successful transitions. Our technical expertise ensures smooth transitions, intact data integrity and optimal utilization of new features.

Stay connected with our website and blogs for more insightful guides on Odoo 17 and unfold the endless possibilities it holds for your business.

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