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Vista4563 · 2011-11-10 18:47:48

I've posted this several times, but no one's really noticed. So here it is, in its entirety. You can also view the article on the Scratch 2.0 topic about searching.

Vista4563 wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:
iCompositions has a great way of doing search results. Once you enter your query and press enter, you get a search result dropdown that sorts your search into three categories; song titles, usernames, and forum posts. It's kind of like Spotlight search for Mac OS X.

Site: http://www.icompositions.com/
This could be adapted into scratch, except with projects, users, galleries, and forum posts.

What the new Search could look like big_smile

When you type a query, the results would slide out, revealing different categories of the search.

How I made this mockup:
Quite simple, actually. smile I used a javascript code to make the website editable.

Code:

javascript:document.body.contentEditable='true'; document.designMode='on'; void 0

Then I uploaded it into Photoshop Elements via the clipboard and saved it as a png file.

So there you go... how do you like the idea?

Chrischb · 2011-11-10 23:29:52

The current system doesn't bug me (I don't use it often though tongue ), but I think I might prefer this better big_smile

RedRocker227 · 2011-11-11 03:05:50

Chrischb wrote:
The current system doesn't bug me (I don't use it often though ), but I think I might prefer this better

Vista4563 · 2011-11-13 21:59:28

I noticed the new Search is rolling out bit by bit, and the most recent layout is much better than the last smile

I still promote this idea, though, because...
• It allows for instant, organized results.
• You can click More Results to see the results in the new and improved search.
• The drop down menu allows you to limit your search by topic.
• The sheer simplicity of the matter (though I do see why it would be somewhat challenging to code it)

scimonster · 2011-11-14 06:56:50

RedRocker227 wrote:
Chrischb wrote:
The current system doesn't bug me (I don't use it often though ), but I think I might prefer this better

KyleK7 · 2011-11-14 08:04:12

scimonster wrote:
RedRocker227 wrote:
Chrischb wrote:
The current system doesn't bug me (I don't use it often though ), but I think I might prefer this better

Vista4563 · 2011-11-14 08:55:10

Why is everyone copying Chris's post? tongue

I appreciate the praise, though. I'll post it on Scratch Suggestions now wink

scimonster · 2011-11-14 09:08:23

Vista4563 wrote:
Why is everyone copying Chris's post?

I appreciate the praise, though. I'll post it on Scratch Suggestions now

Well, I did because it applied to me. XD

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Hardmath123 · 2011-11-14 09:18:17

I had an idea for searching: have a sort of remix-visualization that extends infinitely. You type a query, and it brings up the most viewed/loved project that matches. It has arms joined to the next closest, and if you click on one of them, they bring up results close to them. If you have a Wii, imagine making a Mii from a look-alike, then apply that to posts/projects.

Vista4563 · 2011-11-14 23:52:45

Sounds good in context, Hardmath, but my guess is that people want to spend less time searching and more time doing wink However, if you're just browsing, then I can see how this would benefit.
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veggieman001 · 2011-11-14 23:58:10

Vista4563 wrote:
I noticed the new Search is rolling out bit by bit, and the most recent layout is much better than the last

That's just a change Google made to the layout of Custom Search.

Vista4563 · 2011-11-15 00:04:40

veggieman001 wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:
I noticed the new Search is rolling out bit by bit, and the most recent layout is much better than the last
That's just a change Google made to the layout of Custom Search.

Oh... huh. So it's not changed by MIT...

I ought to think before jumping to the Island of Conclusions. xP

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scimonster · 2011-11-15 09:49:16

Vista4563 wrote:
veggieman001 wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:
I noticed the new Search is rolling out bit by bit, and the most recent layout is much better than the last
That's just a change Google made to the layout of Custom Search.
Oh... huh. So it's not changed by MIT...

I ought to think before jumping to the Island of Conclusions. xP

XD what book is that from?

Vista4563 · 2011-11-15 19:05:44

scimonster wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:
veggieman001 wrote:

That's just a change Google made to the layout of Custom Search.
Oh... huh. So it's not changed by MIT...

I ought to think before jumping to the Island of Conclusions. xP
XD what book is that from?

Phantom Tollbooth, if I can recall tongue

Pecola1 · 2011-11-15 19:54:38

Vista4563 wrote:
scimonster wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:

Oh... huh. So it's not changed by MIT...

I ought to think before jumping to the Island of Conclusions. xP
XD what book is that from?
Phantom Tollbooth, if I can recall

Yeah that was a great book.

also, I support, though i mainly think the Forums Search needs to be improved. hmm

scimonster · 2011-11-16 03:53:51

Vista4563 wrote:
scimonster wrote:
Vista4563 wrote:

Oh... huh. So it's not changed by MIT...

I ought to think before jumping to the Island of Conclusions. xP
XD what book is that from?
Phantom Tollbooth, if I can recall

Yeah, I just forgot the title. XD
Changed my way of thinking.

@Pecola1: Yeah.

didjexpert · 2011-11-17 20:26:19

I love you forever for introducing me to that JavaScript code.

Vista4563 · 2011-11-21 18:05:13

It actually wasn't my javascript, really xP

But it really helps if you're making mockups based on another site's existing layout.

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