--- title: Using the Search Bar description: Learn how to use Labviva's search bar to find products by name, manufacturer SKU, supplier part, or keyword, then refine results with filters and sorting options. --- [Skip to content](https://customers.labviva.com/using-the-search-bar-labviva-knowledge-base#main-content) English Show submenu for translations Labviva Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - Contact us Contact us How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Labviva Knowledge Base](https://customers.labviva.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Labviva Purchasing Platform](https://customers.labviva.com/labviva-purchasing-platform?hsLang=en) 3. [Searching and Browsing](https://customers.labviva.com/labviva-purchasing-platform?hsLang=en#searching-and-browsing) # Using the Search Bar ### Using the Search Bar Use the search bar to search for products on the Labviva Purchasing Platform. December 9, 2025 Labviva’s search capabilities offer you the flexibility to find the products you need from the suppliers you want. One way to do this is by using the search bar. The **Search Bar** is located in the center of the top navigation and is available on most pages within your Purchasing Platform. It empowers you to search for a product across all supplier catalogs available on your platform. An additional Search Bar is located within the Quick Links on the Home Page and offers the same functionality. Top Navigation Search Bar [![](https://customers.labviva.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-Aug-17-2026-07-20-46-3932-PM.png)](https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/1138206382/fbc62400e9b7d0401d010d8f/image.png?expires=1786995900&signature=ce421e04702d10a9c7c106967acaa738bf49800bdfb7998c3d195ccdef825554&req=dSEkHst%2Bm4JXW%2FMW1HO4zcN5BIBznH6dZRdDGzMrumWoEhYJq2AZjDCGQ4t7%0A8Wv0cl5A%2FwlM%2FHx7LEA%3D%0A) Home Page Search Bar [![](https://customers.labviva.com/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-Aug-17-2026-07-20-53-3342-PM.png)](https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/1138210565/0e866eded80b8580f612f57e/image.png?expires=1786995900&signature=09c7292df6ba464cfdc761b7a48ebe1a2f59c2a53d507fd51e69728a8eb623ea&req=dSEkHst%2FnYRZXPMW1HO4zQTkudoh5pGRBqsmGkZwwILpyM0B4PzboEO6w0xg%0AAKAQMt55VdTCihjS7NM%3D%0A) You can search for a product using various search criteria, including: - Product Name - Manufacturer SKU - Supplier Part - Keywords (CAS, applications, etc.) Product Name Manufacturer SKU Supplier Part Keywords (CAS, applications, etc.) ### To search the Purchasing Platform using the Search Bar: 1\. There are two ways you can use the search bar. - Start typing your search criteria into the **Search Bar**. As you type, the platform will suggest filters and categories relevant to your query. Click on any of the suggested categories to open the **Search Results Page**, where results are automatically filtered based on your selection. Start typing your search criteria into the **Search Bar**. As you type, the platform will suggest filters and categories relevant to your query. Click on any of the suggested categories to open the **Search Results Page**, where results are automatically filtered based on your selection. 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