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Bootstrap search bar

  Admin  ·  1 minute read

Today, we will explore the possibilities that Bootstrap offers you for search bars and search boxes.

I will show you how to create 10+ search bar variants in my today's Bootstrap snippet.

Types of search bars we'll create:

  • Custom rounded search bars with input group

  • Underlined search bars

  • Underlined search bars with buttons

  • Default search inputs with colorful borders

(Each will have multiple colors or layout variants)

Coding Approaches used in this snippet:

  • Bootstrap Input Group

  • Bootstrap utility classes - for shadows, color borders, and more

Search Bars in Web Design

Search bars are an essential part of any website, as they allow visitors to easily find what they’re looking for. They can be used as part of the header or footer, or even in-between content blocks. You can also make your search bar more convenient by using a button or a dropdown menu.

Whether you’re designing a new website or refreshing your existing one, you should consider adding search functionality to your website. Search bars are not only useful but also give the user the impression that your website is well-organized and easy to navigate.

How to Design the Perfect Search Bar 

Search bars come in many forms, but they all have some things in common:

  • They're usually placed either at the top or side of a page.

  • They allow users to input text and submit it through a button or link.

  • They usually have an optional dropdown menu so you can filter the results of your search by category, date, or other parameters.

  • And they usually have some sort of indication of how many results there are (if any).

A well-designed search bar can improve user experience and conversion rates. By making sure that it is easy to find, easy to use, and fast; you can make sure that visitors find what they want quickly and easily.

In this article, we will look at 10 different types of Bootstrap search bars that you can use in your next project!

Alright, let's do it! 

Need further info on how to copy the search bar from the snippet into your project? Scroll down for more information.

 

If you liked this snippet, you might also enjoy exploring Bootstrap Credit Card Form or Bootstrap quote .