Still Problems With The Search After Migration To Joomla4
Jens Funk
Hello Joomshaper, after migration to joomla4, the search modules can only be used to a limited extent. For example, you can no longer edit the text in the search box. The placeholder MOD_FINDER_SEARCH_VALUE can't be changed. Only the topsearch position works, all other positions no longer work at all. Maybe you have a tip, I would be really appreciated.
Best, Jens
Paul Frankowski
Accepted AnswerAs I said, in Joomla 4 Search works in legacy mode only, but it's a Joomla thing topic, not ours.
Have you tried to override phrase "MOD_FINDER_SEARCH_VALUE" for default languages, I mean DE, EN
Use Language Overrides
Paul Frankowski
Accepted AnswerHi Jens,
- Joomla 4 support only SmartSearch (Finder), the old Search component & module may work only in legacy mode & limited range. I think you read about that on Joomla website. That's why old search shouldn't be used anymore.
- About placeholder it depends if that module was overriden inside your template or not. What template (full name) you are using?
I checked both Helix3 and Helix Ultimate template (framework) and mod_finder wasn't overriden by us. Only com_finder was.
Jens Funk
Accepted AnswerHello Paul, obviously, after the migration to Joomla4, the old com_search component remained. This should probably have been uninstalled beforehand. But there was no indication of this. Because it is not included in a new installation. But although SmartSearch is activated, only the TopSearch position works for the Educon template. And the placeholder MOD_FINDER SEARCH_VALUE cannot be overwritten via the module. Best, Jens P.S.: TopSearch (top right on the website)