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Discussion in 'Off Topic' started by bridgetbruston, Dec 4, 2009.

  1. bridgetbruston

    bridgetbruston Lurker
    Thread Starter

    Ten Tips for Smarter Google Searches


    1. Use the Correct Methodology
    2. Conduct an "Either/Or" Search
    3. Include or Exclude Words in Your Search
    4. Search for Similar Words
    5. Search for an Exact Phrase
    6. List Similar Pages
    7. Fine-Tune Your Search with Other Operators
    8. Search for Specific Facts
    9. Search the Google Directory
    10. Use Googles Other Specialized Searches
     


    #1 bridgetbruston, Dec 4, 2009

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  2. mrqs

    mrqs Android Expert

    no shit sherlock
     
    #2 mrqs, Dec 4, 2009
  3. Dragoro

    Dragoro Android Enthusiast


    lol ouch that was harsh
     
    #3 Dragoro, Dec 4, 2009
  4. lekky

    lekky Lover

    Not just typing a word or not typing a work, explicitly excluding any results with a certain word in it.

    e.g.
    Quite a few people don't know about this behaviour, your comment is kinda makes me think neither did you!
     
    #4 lekky, Dec 4, 2009
  5. mrqs

    mrqs Android Expert

    i did, that's just for excluding words, who doesn't know to include any?
     
    #5 mrqs, Dec 5, 2009
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