In addition to the main navigation scheme, the web site has secondary functionality to search for information. Such sites are typically medium to large sites. There may be several kinds of search-related functionality on the site.
Show Search: Use a dedicated area with different kinds of search functionality.
When information rich sites such as a E-commerce Sites contain so much information that users may not always be successful enough with a normal Search Box. An Advanced Search extends the Search Box by adding some adding more search options. Advanced search is intended for intermediate to expert users that need full control over the search engine so that they can be more successful in achieving their goals. Such users typically have more than superficial knowledge about the items they are searching for. They may know the type of items and are set to search for a specific item they know or may not know exists.
Show Advanced Search: The advanced functions give the users control of many aspects of the search. This requires additional knowledge of the data that is available and it is hence only for experienced users. Many users have problems using the AND and OR operators so it is easier the offer the type of match as an option (all terms, any term, etc).
