Boolean Search Builder

Unlock the power of advanced search! Build precise Boolean queries for Google, job boards, academic databases, and more to find exactly what you're looking for.

Required Keywords (AND)

All these words must be present. Separate with spaces.

Optional Keywords (OR)

At least one of these words must be present. Separate with spaces.

Exact Phrase

Search for this exact phrase.

Excluded Keywords (NOT)

None of these words should be present. Separate with spaces.

Search within a Specific Site (site:)

Limit your search to a specific website.

Your Boolean Search Query:

Mastering Boolean Search

Boolean search is a powerful technique that allows you to combine keywords with operators like AND, OR, and NOT to produce more relevant and precise search results. It's widely used in academic research, legal searches, recruitment, and general web searching.

Understanding these operators can significantly cut down on irrelevant results and help you pinpoint the exact information you need. This builder simplifies the process of constructing complex queries, making advanced search accessible to everyone.

Key Boolean Operators Explained

AND: Narrows your search. All terms connected by AND must be present in the results. (e.g., apple AND pie)
OR: Broadens your search. Any of the terms connected by OR can be present in the results. (e.g., fruit OR vegetable)
NOT (or -): Excludes terms. Results will not contain the term following NOT. (e.g., cars NOT trucks or cars -trucks)
" " (Exact Phrase): Searches for words in the exact order specified. (e.g., "artificial intelligence")
( ) (Grouping): Groups terms or operators to control the order of operations. (e.g., (cats OR dogs) AND pets)
site: (Site Search): Limits your search to a specific website or domain. (e.g., site:nasa.gov mars)

Practice building different queries to see how they affect your search results. Happy searching!