Product Search
Objective
Define the minimum requirements for the product search flow within the catalog, ensuring a fast, accessible, and efficient search experience that increases the likelihood of users finding the items they need.
Insights
Search must account for synonyms and minor spelling variations to optimize results.
Search architecture must prioritize performance, even with large product datasets.
The behavior must be responsive and accessible across all screen sizes and device types.
Search Field
01 - Search input field on home screen
Must be clearly visible and accessible, with a placeholder example and magnifying glass icon. When focused, it must navigate to a dedicated search screen.
Mandatory:
The search field must always be visible at the top of the catalog screen.
Active Search Screen
02 - Expanded search bar
Must retain focus and allow continuous text input
03 - Search history
Should show recently searched terms with a “Clear all” option
Mandatory:
History must be stored locally and never display sensitive data.
Suggestions and Relevant Results
04 - Popular suggestions
Must be displayed below the search bar, including image, name, category, and price of each product. Add-to-cart action Results must include a direct add-to-cart button (cart icon clearly visible on the right)
Mandatory:
Must allow immediate action on the suggested item, without requiring navigation to product details.
Filtered Search Results Screen
05 - Dynamic filters
Must allow sorting by criteria such as “Most Popular”, “Lowest Price”, “All”
06 - Result list
Each product must display: image, name, category, price, stock, and visible add-to-cart button
Mandatory:
The list must support infinite scrolling or pagination, with performance optimization.
Mandatory Messages
When no results are found:
No products found for “{term}”. Try a different keyword or adjust your filters.
When connection is unstable:
Unable to load results. Please check your internet connection.
Expected Behaviors
Typing into the search field must update results dynamically (predictive suggestions).
Filter buttons must retain their active state and allow combined criteria (e.g., popular + cheapest).
Search must work independently of the previously selected category.
The input field should support quick correction and automatically clear when exiting the search interface.
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