Add autocomplete live search suggestions to the standard OpenCart search field and show instant Ajax results in a drop-down list as customers type. This module supports multi-language storefronts (EN, UA, RU, FR, DE, ES) and lets shoppers add to cart directly from the dropdown.

For store owners, you can configure search behavior, scope, and the drop-down design in admin to match your catalog and theme.

Key benefits:

• Multi-language storefronts: EN, UA, RU, FR, DE, ES
  
• Faster product discovery with instant drop-down results
  
• Shorter path to purchase by reducing steps between search and cart
  
• Cleaner results for large catalogs with relevance-focused ordering
  
• More control over landing pages by aligning common queries to preferred ones
  
• Consistent UX on desktop, mobile, and tablet
  Conversion note: Reducing search friction can improve conversions (the listing mentions +25–35%; results depend on store setup).

• Suggestions toggle for the default search field (ON/OFF)
  
• Sort by relevant queries (ON/OFF)
  
• Minimum query length (minimum number of symbols, not 0) to display drop-down results

Search scope controls
You can define what is included in search:

Products:

• Name
  
• Codes
  
• Keywords
  
• Options
  
• Description
  
• Meta tags
  
• Attributes

Categories:

• Name
  
• Meta-title

Manufacturers:

• Brand name

Information pages:

• Page name
  
• Meta tags
  
• Keywords

Drop-down controls

• Maximum results limit
  
• “Show more results” link
  
• Show price
  
• Show image
  
• Cart icon (Add to cart)
  
• Data type labels
  
• Title cropping

Styling options

• Image width and height
  
• Drop-down background color (solid or gradient)
  
• Hover colors

Additional functionality

• Search history tracking
  
• Query mapping (Input value → Save value)
  
• Responsive drop-down for desktop, mobile, and tablet

• Upload the module archive via Extensions → Installer.
  
• Clear and refresh the cache in Extensions → Modifications.
  
• Go to Extensions → Extensions, select Modules, find the module, click Install, then open Edit.
  
• Configure suggestions, limits, search scope, and design settings. Click Save.

Documentation: use the Documentation button above (next to Demo / Get Support).
Video: see the Video Guide section on this page.

FAQ

Q: Does it work with OpenCart 3.x and 4.x?
A: Yes. The module supports OpenCart versions 1.5–4.x. If your theme heavily customizes the header search field, contact support for quick guidance.

Q: Is it compatible with Journal Theme 3?
A: Yes, it works with Journal 3. For other custom themes, we can help adapt the module if needed.

Q: Do I need to reconfigure my catalog data after installation?
A: No. The module uses your existing catalog data and adds an autocomplete drop-down to the standard search field. If the theme replaces the search field markup, minor adjustments may be required.

Q: Can I control what is searched and what is shown in suggestions?
A: Yes. You can configure search scope and the drop-down display options in admin (products, categories, manufacturers, and information pages).

Q: Can customers add products to cart directly from the drop-down?
A: Yes. Enable the cart icon in the Design tab to allow Add to cart from the dropdown.



## 3.3.2

• OpenCart 4.x: fixed admin scripts/styles loading and corrected module status display in the modules list
  
• Improved search behavior for the current language
  
• Fixed search issues with non-Latin characters
  
• Maintenance update: cleaned up duplicates, formatted language files, and updated translations

## 3.3.1

• Added Add to cart from the search drop-down
  
• Added languages: DE, UA, ES, FR

Help / Contact us

For pre-purchase questions, installation help, or theme compatibility, contact our support team.
Email: info@pinta.com.ua
Tip: include your OpenCart version and theme name in the message for a faster reply.