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Bookmark search guide

How to search bookmarks by tags and keywords

Tag search works best when you know the topic or label you used. A small, consistent vocabulary turns a large bookmark library into a set of precise filters.

Keyword search is Free in LinkWise. Create an unlimited bookmark library and use 10 AI summaries and keyword suggestions each month.

Start with the word you remember

Search the strongest known term first: a technology, client, format, or status such as React, Acme, case study, or to review.

Then narrow by folder or another keyword. The goal is not a clever query; it is a small result set you can scan quickly.

Combine tags by purpose

These combinations work only when the underlying vocabulary is consistent. Merge singular/plural duplicates and choose one spelling for recurring concepts.

  • Topic + format: accessibility + checklist
  • Project + source: redesign + research
  • Tool + status: Figma + to review
  • Audience + intent: founders + pricing

Fix search at save time

Confirm two to five useful keywords when saving. Remove generic suggestions and add the one term your future self is likely to type.

Use the search documentation for the exact keyword and folder controls, and the keyword guide to clean up labels.

Use a different method when words are missing

Tag and keyword search assumes you remember a label. It should not be stretched into a solution for every retrieval problem.

If you forgot the title and only remember what the page meant, read how to find bookmarks by meaning. That semantic workflow is Pro; known-keyword search stays Free.

FAQ

Is bookmark keyword search free in LinkWise?
Yes. Keyword search and filters are Free. Search by meaning is a Pro feature.
How many tags should I add?
Two to five specific keywords are usually enough. Favor terms that distinguish the bookmark from nearby results.
Why does tag search return too many results?
Start with a more specific keyword, combine it with a folder or second label, and merge vague or duplicate tags.
What if I forgot every tag and the title?
Use search by meaning on Pro. It retrieves conceptually related bookmarks even when your query uses different wording.