In this class, you learn the essential skills needed to search effectively with Google. The session provides practical tips on how to use specific keywords, filter results, and utilize advanced search features to find accurate and useful information quickly. By applying these strategies, you can improve your online search efficiency and make the most of your time on the internet.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Use Specific Keywords:

Focus your searches by using precise and clear keywords to get the most accurate results.

Utilize Filters:

Apply search filters like date, location, and content type to narrow down your search results and find exactly what you need.

Advanced Search Tools:

Explore Google’s advanced search features to refine your searches and uncover more detailed information.

Practice Boolean Operators:

Incorporate Boolean operators such as AND, OR, and NOT to combine or exclude keywords for more targeted searches.

Regularly Update Your Skills:

Stay informed about new Google search features and updates to maintain your searching prowess and keep your skills sharp.

Tips:

Using key terms to filter results
Using the tools feature to further filter your results
Using the Advanced Search screen for more filtering options

Accessing the Advanced Search differs based on your browser.

From Google, you have to first do a Google search. Then
Click on the Setting Cog in the upper right corner
Scroll down and click Advanced Search option
For most other browsers,
Click on Settings at the bottom right
Then click Advanced Search.

Here is a link to an article with what we covered today and a lot more:

23 Google Search Tips

Related GetSetUp classes:

Google Search: Tips & Tricks - Full class with more about using Google Search
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