Search Commands

Search commands can be added to a search argument in the Search Entry box (Search View) for Texts or Tools.

When you tap Commands, a list appears. Tapping a command in the list adds it to the Search Entry box. Commands requiring further definition are entered with a default value. You can select and edit the value in the Search Entry box. Unique abbreviations are accepted, for example [RANGE Ge] searches a TextClosed When capitalized, refers to a primary source in the Accordance Library only within Genesis.

Following is a brief summary of the available commands. For detailed information, view this topic from the Accordance (Mac) Help.

  • Connecting commands specify relationships between words and have angle brackets < >.
  • <AND> finds both words
  • <OR> finds one or both
  • <NOT> finds one without the other
  • <XOR> finds one but not both
  • <FOLLOWED BY> finds in the same order
  • <PRECEDED BY> finds in reverse order
  • <WITHIN * Words> finds within the set number of words
  • Stand-alone commands are indicated by square brackets [ ]
  • [RANGE *] lets you limit the search to the defined verse references
  • [KEY *] finds the key number specified (with the G or H prefix)
  • [STYLE *] finds the verses in which the specified highlight style has been used

The asterisk in some of these commands is replaced by a default value, which you can then edit.

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