Keep it short and simple
Avoid using too many words in a query. For example; purple bird I saw at the Lotus Pond last Tuesday afternoon, is too long. If your query is just about the bird, all the extra words like “I saw at” or “last Tuesday afternoon” are superfluous. In fact, they actually shrink the accuracy of the search results. Keep your search queries crisp and to the point.
Exclude unwanted results
When you are searching for a word with multiple meanings, try to eliminate some redundant or intrusive results. For instance, Say you’re hosting a dinner party and you want to whip up a fun, new salsa dip. Now, if you search for salsa dancing, you don’t have to worry about selecting results relating to salsa-dance. In case you want to impress your friends, try salsa -dancing –tomatoes, for new variations on the old tomato-based standby.
Use contextual words to specify the kind of result you want
When you are looking for a particular type of result, include a “context” term to describe the kind of result you want. For example; if you are in a hurry to learn the basics of semiconductor technology, materials tailored for beginners will be appropriate for you. In other words, if you want to see a background material or a tutorial, try “superconductor technology tutorial”. Terms like DIY (to find do-it-yourself guides), guideline (to find suggestions and guides), curriculum, lesson plans, and summary are also preferable.
How to find a word on the page
When you are faced with a long web page with no clue about your search terms, don’t end up reading the whole page. Instead, use your web browser in helping you find the search terms. Just click the Edit menu at the top of the window, select “Find” or alternatively type “Ctrl+F” on your keyboard. A small window will open where you can enter the word you are looking for.
Use quotation marks to search for an exact phrase
To search for exact phrases, place quotation marks around your query terms. This phrase search will narrow down your results significantly to the most relevant ones. For example, a search for "Benigno Aquino III" (with quotes) will yield results related to the current Philippine president, and remove the ones related to his father or grandfather.
Add DEFINE: at the beginning of your query
To find exact meaning of a word or a phrase, type DEFINE: before the query. But don’t limit yourself to words, because this isn’t a conventional dictionary. DEFINE: determines definitions based on how a term or phrase appears in context, across the web. It is by and large more pertinent for recent terms made popular through slangs and teen conversations.
Add FILETYPE: to find documents of a particular kind
When looking for a particular kind of information, like a PDF or a PPT on a given topic, FILETYPE: can limit your search to the exact file you want. So a high-school teacher looking for ideas on how to teach the concept of superconductivity to his students may enter his query as- superconductor high school FILETYPE: PPT.
Type SITE: to search within a single domain
If you include SITE: in your query, Google will restrict the results to websites in the specified domain. For instance, help SITE:www.google.com will find pages about help within www.google.com only. There should be no space between “site:” and the web address.
Google Translate helps you explore the web in fifty languages
Google Translate (translate.google.com.ph) acts as your personal translator, and search the web in more than 50 languages, including Filipino. Enter a word, phrase, or a web address, and pick the language of your choice for instant translation.
Use Google Maps to maximize your map skills
Firstly, when you search for a destination on Google Maps, a red dot appears over it. Look for trends in the density of the dots to learn more about a city. Secondly, you can go through ratings and reviews from others about eateries and businesses and share your assessment and facts on the same. Thirdly, when you find a new shop that you intend to visit, save the address or search result to your personal My Maps, which can be accessed anytime, from any computer or mobile phone.
Find Public Data effortlessly
If you are curious about the population of Philippines or the number of internet users in Japan just type a public data indicator and the country you’re interested in, and see a graph of recent and historical data. Try gdp philippines
Currency and unit conversion
To use Google currency converter, simply enter the conversion you want into the Google search box, and the reply will show on the results page. You can also convert between different units, such as meters to inches or cups to ounces. Try: 100,000 php to usd.
Type time and the city to see the time
If you want to know the time in other cities of the world, type ‘time’ and the name of the city. This can be useful for arranging meetings or calls with people anyplace in the world. Try: time London
Google on your mobile phone
If you are doing a Google search from your phone for a pizza, all you have to type is ‘pizza’, and Google will assume you want your nearby banks. Not only they will give you the names but also put them on a map.
Use ‘My Location’ on Google Maps for mobile for directions saving yourself the exercise of typing in your starting point. The GPS or tower signal will find your phone and through it, your location.
Keep track of your favourite spots
Google Maps allow you to return to your recent searches and see your results on the map, without having to search all over again. Which means you can find a new pizza place again and again without wasting any time. For this you have to click on the star outline next to the searched place to save your result so you can access it right away from your phone. Starred places will automatically show on the map.
Avoid using too many words in a query. For example; purple bird I saw at the Lotus Pond last Tuesday afternoon, is too long. If your query is just about the bird, all the extra words like “I saw at” or “last Tuesday afternoon” are superfluous. In fact, they actually shrink the accuracy of the search results. Keep your search queries crisp and to the point.
Exclude unwanted results
When you are searching for a word with multiple meanings, try to eliminate some redundant or intrusive results. For instance, Say you’re hosting a dinner party and you want to whip up a fun, new salsa dip. Now, if you search for salsa dancing, you don’t have to worry about selecting results relating to salsa-dance. In case you want to impress your friends, try salsa -dancing –tomatoes, for new variations on the old tomato-based standby.
Use contextual words to specify the kind of result you want
When you are looking for a particular type of result, include a “context” term to describe the kind of result you want. For example; if you are in a hurry to learn the basics of semiconductor technology, materials tailored for beginners will be appropriate for you. In other words, if you want to see a background material or a tutorial, try “superconductor technology tutorial”. Terms like DIY (to find do-it-yourself guides), guideline (to find suggestions and guides), curriculum, lesson plans, and summary are also preferable.
How to find a word on the page
When you are faced with a long web page with no clue about your search terms, don’t end up reading the whole page. Instead, use your web browser in helping you find the search terms. Just click the Edit menu at the top of the window, select “Find” or alternatively type “Ctrl+F” on your keyboard. A small window will open where you can enter the word you are looking for.
Use quotation marks to search for an exact phrase
To search for exact phrases, place quotation marks around your query terms. This phrase search will narrow down your results significantly to the most relevant ones. For example, a search for "Benigno Aquino III" (with quotes) will yield results related to the current Philippine president, and remove the ones related to his father or grandfather.
Add DEFINE: at the beginning of your query
To find exact meaning of a word or a phrase, type DEFINE: before the query. But don’t limit yourself to words, because this isn’t a conventional dictionary. DEFINE: determines definitions based on how a term or phrase appears in context, across the web. It is by and large more pertinent for recent terms made popular through slangs and teen conversations.
Add FILETYPE: to find documents of a particular kind
When looking for a particular kind of information, like a PDF or a PPT on a given topic, FILETYPE: can limit your search to the exact file you want. So a high-school teacher looking for ideas on how to teach the concept of superconductivity to his students may enter his query as- superconductor high school FILETYPE: PPT.
Type SITE: to search within a single domain
If you include SITE: in your query, Google will restrict the results to websites in the specified domain. For instance, help SITE:www.google.com will find pages about help within www.google.com only. There should be no space between “site:” and the web address.
Google Translate helps you explore the web in fifty languages
Google Translate (translate.google.com.ph) acts as your personal translator, and search the web in more than 50 languages, including Filipino. Enter a word, phrase, or a web address, and pick the language of your choice for instant translation.
Use Google Maps to maximize your map skills
Firstly, when you search for a destination on Google Maps, a red dot appears over it. Look for trends in the density of the dots to learn more about a city. Secondly, you can go through ratings and reviews from others about eateries and businesses and share your assessment and facts on the same. Thirdly, when you find a new shop that you intend to visit, save the address or search result to your personal My Maps, which can be accessed anytime, from any computer or mobile phone.
Find Public Data effortlessly
If you are curious about the population of Philippines or the number of internet users in Japan just type a public data indicator and the country you’re interested in, and see a graph of recent and historical data. Try gdp philippines
Currency and unit conversion
To use Google currency converter, simply enter the conversion you want into the Google search box, and the reply will show on the results page. You can also convert between different units, such as meters to inches or cups to ounces. Try: 100,000 php to usd.
Type time and the city to see the time
If you want to know the time in other cities of the world, type ‘time’ and the name of the city. This can be useful for arranging meetings or calls with people anyplace in the world. Try: time London
Google on your mobile phone
If you are doing a Google search from your phone for a pizza, all you have to type is ‘pizza’, and Google will assume you want your nearby banks. Not only they will give you the names but also put them on a map.
Use ‘My Location’ on Google Maps for mobile for directions saving yourself the exercise of typing in your starting point. The GPS or tower signal will find your phone and through it, your location.
Keep track of your favourite spots
Google Maps allow you to return to your recent searches and see your results on the map, without having to search all over again. Which means you can find a new pizza place again and again without wasting any time. For this you have to click on the star outline next to the searched place to save your result so you can access it right away from your phone. Starred places will automatically show on the map.
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