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How to Refine IntelliSearch Results with the Keyword Modal

Refine Searches Faster with Checkbox Filters for Property Features.

Table of Contents

  1. Why This Feature Matters
  2. Step-by-Step Instructions
  3. Best Practices
  4. Troubleshooting Common Issues
  5. FAQs

Summary

The Keyword Modal in IntelliSearch allows you to refine property searches using a checklist of common features and amenities. Instead of typing in keywords manually, you can select from organized categories to instantly narrow down results. You can also combine the modal with free-text keyword entry for even more precise searches. This gives both agents and clients a faster, easier way to find homes that match their criteria.

Why This Feature Matters

Many users are familiar with checkbox-based search workflows. The Keyword Modal brings that experience into IntelliSearch, helping reduce the learning curve for new agents and giving clients multiple ways to accomplish their search goals. With the modal, you can quickly surface properties with features like pools, basements, golf course lots, or gated communities—without worrying about spelling or phrasing.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Click on Saved Searches in the top navigation bar, select Saved Searches
  2. Click +New Saved Search

  3. From the property search page, select Keyword Search.keyword-modal1

  4. Click View All to open the Keyword Modal.keyword-modal2

  5. Browse through categories such as:

    • Interior Features (e.g., Fireplace, Walk-in Closet, Basement)

    • Exterior Features (e.g., Pool, Balcony, Sprinkler System)

    • Community & Lot Features (e.g., Golf Course Lot, Corner Lot, Waterfront)

    • Stories (e.g., 1-Story, 2-Story, 3+ Stories)

  6. Select the checkboxes that match your client’s preferences.

  7. Once selections are made, click Save Filters.

  8. Results will update automatically to show only properties matching your chosen features.

Best Practices

  • Combine with Property Type Filters: Use the Keyword Modal alongside Property Type selections for more accurate results.

  • Stay Client-Centered: Walk buyers through the Keyword Modal to help them select the features that matter most.

  • Use Multiple Paths: IntelliSearch supports both free-text keyword entry and the modal. Encourage clients to use whichever feels most natural.

  • Start Broad: Avoid overwhelming clients with too many filters at once—start broad and narrow as needed.

  • Save Searches: After refining with the Keyword Modal, save the search and set up alerts so clients are notified when new matching properties appear.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  • No Results Found: Try reducing the number of selected filters. Too many criteria can eliminate all available listings.

  • Feature Not Found: If a specific feature is missing, use the free-text keyword search instead.

  • Accidental Selections: Click Clear Form in the modal to reset and start fresh.

  • Saved Search Didn’t Update: Ensure you clicked Save Filters before saving the search.

FAQs

Q: Can I use the Keyword Modal and type keywords at the same time?
Yes. You can mix both approaches—checkboxes from the modal and free-text entries—to build your search.

Q: Will the modal show all possible features?
The modal contains the most commonly used property features. For less common or custom features, use free-text keyword search.

Q: Do saved searches include Keyword Modal filters?
Yes. Any filters applied via the modal will be saved and included in property alerts.