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Using boolean operators in search queries
The Advanced Search tool allows using the following boolean operators in your search queries:
| Operator | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
|
" |
Finds the exact terms as quoted. |
"network share" "network drive" |
|
AND |
Finds object records that contain all terms or phrases. |
XP AND Vista |
|
& |
Same as AND. |
XP & Vista |
|
NOT |
Excludes object records that contain a term or phrase. |
printer NOT network |
|
- |
Same as NOT. |
printer - network |
|
() |
Group words in OR and NOT queries. |
(network share) OR (network drive) |
|
+ |
Denotes that all search results must include this term. |
network share + drive |
|
OR |
Finds either term. |
(network share) OR (network drive) |
|
| |
Same as OR. |
(network share) | (network drive) |
By default, the words in search queries are combined with AND.