Search filter with taxonomy list and text input

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Last updated by Florys 4 years, 4 months ago.

Assisted by: Christian Cox.

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February 16, 2021 at 9:23 am #1951177

Florys

Hi,

Is it possible to create a taxonomy selectbox with text input like the search filter at: https://toolset.com/contractors/?wpv_view_count=573709

For example the select field: What kind of work are you looking for?

Thanx!

February 16, 2021 at 4:08 pm #1952101

Christian Cox

Hi, it sounds like you're looking for a custom search filter that offers auto-suggested options based on a text input field. That type of search input does not currently exist in Views/Blocks and requires custom code implementation. I think the contractors search implements a 3rd-party JavaScript plugin to achieve this functionality with a basic select field: https://select2.org/

Since there is no public API for custom search filters, implementing something like this is considered outside the scope of support offered here in the forums, but a JavaScript developer might be able to set up something like this for you.

Our developers are planning to include several more modern search filters in Views/Blocks in an upcoming development cycle later this year, and this type of filter is due for an update. Until then, unfortunately custom code is required.

February 18, 2021 at 8:50 am #1955715

Florys

Hi Christian,

Thanks for reply!

Our JavaScript developer added the right code!

Looking forward to the new updates later this year!

Regards