Search and Spotlight

How to Search and Navigate in Scrintal.

As you add more content to Scrintal, efficiently locating specific information becomes crucial. This guide walks you through the different ways to search and navigate in Scrintal

Watch the learning center video about Search and Spotlight.

Using the Library Search

The Search your library box is accessible from anywhere in Scrintal.

How to Use:

• Click the search box directly

• Or use the shortcut:

  • Cmd + Shift + K on Mac

  • Ctrl + Shift + K on Windows/Linux

What You’ll See:

• A list of results matching your search

• Icons that distinguish between:

  • 📄 Docs

  • 📌 Boards

  • 📖 Files

Click a result to view more details in the preview pane on the right.

From there, you can:

• Open the item in full-page view

• View it in a pop-up window

• Copy a direct link

• Add it to your current board

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Sidebar Search

You can also initiate a search from the sidebar:

• Use this method when navigating within specific workspaces or switching between boards and docs quickly.

• Drag and drop your search results to your boards.

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Tips for Effective Searching

• Use clear keywords: titles, tags, or unique terms

• Combine Search with filtering options

• Take advantage of the preview pane to avoid losing context

With these search options, you can stay focused and move quickly across your workspace in Scrintal.