Add additional search capabilities

I am wondering if there is a way to add more search categories to the advanced member search based on custom profile questions? We are growing fast and members would like the ability to narrow down results more than just the current advanced search options. Such as narrowing down by location or hobbies?
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  • As long as members have added their location information in properly, and it's something that can be registered as a correct geo location, they should be able to be searched by location within the regular search information itself. If hobbies are listed within the About Me portion of the profiles, then hobbies are as well searchable by the regular search element. The idea would be to create a question within the about me section that asks for hobbies, and then from there, people who have listed them will be found when others search for it. 

    There isn't a way to add any more drop boxes for the advanced search other than those that are already offered. If you want to search by location, be sure that you have the location checked within the features settings for the member listing page. 

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  • Hi there!:) Swinginpdx, me toooo!! Randy are you officially with Spruz, or do you know if they read this? I was looking to migrate over from Ning as they're set to drop so much. . but the whole concept of my network absolutely VITALly Needs, a normal drop down option to search by members questions, advanced search! I think all bigger sites that want to keep competitive with the Norm need this.  I'd even be willing to pay if someone could help me plug in code if such a thing is possible? Even Ning 2.0 for Yeears had this. It's a shame as I would have loved to migrate, Spruz on all other accounts seemed like the best alternative, but now will have to keep looking. 

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  • Hi Miche,

    I'm not officially with Spruz, but I do help monitor the forums here at the Owner's Community website. I can tell you that Spruz themselves do offer custom development services that you can inquire about through a support ticket. Stating what you need in as much detail as possible, and then requesting a quote would be the quickest route to finding out what it would cost. 

    I hope this helps. 

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