Shortcode Search is a simple plugin that lets users add a search bar anywhere on their WordPress website using the shortcode [search].
As of April 2026, Shortcode Search is a WordPress search shortcode plugin with 50 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 706 times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2025. Last updated 1 year ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Woo AJAX Search.
Shortcode Search is a simple plugin that lets users add a search bar anywhere on their WordPress website using the shortcode [search].
With this plugin, you can easily insert a search form with customizable placeholder text and button label. The plugin automatically renders a user-friendly search form where users can type in their search queries.
To display the search form, simply use the [search] shortcode. You can also customize the placeholder text and button label by passing attributes.
Example:
`[search placeholder=”Search for something…” button_text=”Go”]“`
This will display the search form with “Search for something…” as the placeholder text and “Go” as the button text.
| WordPress | 5.0+ requiredTested up to 6.7.5 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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