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Mastering the Art of Filtering Results on Google

Effective Techniques to Narrow Down Your Search for Relevant Results

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const response = await fetch(
  'https://www.fetchserp.com/api/v1/search?' + 
  new URLSearchParams({
    search_engine: 'google',
    country: 'us',
    pages_number: '1',
    query: 'serp+api'
  }), {
    method: 'GET',
    headers: {
      'accept': 'application/json',
      'authorization': 'Bearer TOKEN'
    }
});

const data = await response.json();
console.dir(data, { depth: null });
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Understanding How to Filter Results on Google Effectively

Learning how to filter results on Google effectively is essential for anyone seeking specific and relevant information quickly. When you know which search tools and operators to use, your search becomes more efficient, saving time and effort. In this guide, we will explore various strategies and tips to refine your Google searches, ensuring you find exactly what you need with minimal hassle.

Why Filter Search Results?

Filtering results helps eliminate irrelevant pages, focusing only on the content that matters. Whether you're conducting research, looking for recent news, or trying to find authoritative sources, understanding how to filter results on Google can dramatically improve your search experience. The more effectively you filter, the faster you can find accurate and trustworthy information.

Main Methods to Filter Google Search Results

Google offers several built-in tools and operators designed for filtering search results. Familiarizing yourself with these options will help you refine your searches with precision:

  • Date Range: Use the tools menu to filter results by time, such as past 24 hours, past week, or custom range.
  • Site Search: Search within a specific website or domain by typing site:example.com.
  • File Type: Find specific file types by adding filetype:pdf, filetype:docx, etc.
  • Excluding Terms: Use the - operator to exclude unwanted terms, e.g., apple -fruit.
  • Exact Phrase: Use quotes to search for an exact phrase, e.g.,

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