Installation & Setup

Install the SearchJet app from the Shopify App Store for the simplest setup experience. This guide covers both the automated and manual installation methods.

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Install from the Shopify App Store (Recommended)

This is the simplest method for store owners. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the Shopify App Store.
2. Search for SearchJet.
3. Click on the SearchJet app and press Install App.
4. Authorize the app to access your store data.
5. The app will automatically begin indexing your products, collections, and pages.

After installation, SearchJet will appear in your Shopify admin sidebar. The initial data sync typically takes 5-10 minutes depending on your catalog size.

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Manual Installation (For Development)

If you prefer to install manually or need to integrate SearchJet into a custom theme, follow these steps:

1. Create a SearchJet account at searchjetengine.com and get your API key.
2. Add the SearchJet script tag to your theme layout file, typically theme.liquid.
3. Add the search bar HTML to your header or navigation template.
4. Initialize the SearchJet widget with your API key and site URL.
5. Test the search by typing a query in the search bar on your store.

For detailed code examples, see the advanced features guide.