What is 'federated search' in SAP SRD-DOC - Documentation?

federated search - Overview

• Component: SRD-DOC

• Component Name: Documentation

• Description: A search that allows Help Center users to enhance the search scope from pure product documentation to additional sources, such as, community content threads in discussion forums or troubleshooting content from the Service Marketplace.

federated search - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Federated search is a feature of the SAP SRD-DOC Documentation component that allows users to search for information across multiple sources at once. It enables users to quickly and easily find the information they need without having to manually search through multiple sources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use federated search, users simply enter their query into the search bar and select the sources they want to search. The results will be displayed in a single list, allowing users to quickly find the information they need. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using federated search, it is important to be as specific as possible when entering your query. This will help ensure that you get the most relevant results. Additionally, it is helpful to narrow down your search by selecting only the sources that are most likely to contain the information you are looking for. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Federated search is just one of many features available in the SAP SRD-DOC Documentation component. Other features include document management, content management, and workflow management.