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How do I search for issues by title, description or file name?

Last updated on Feb 23, 2026

Short Answer: Type terms into the search box labeled "Search issue titles, descriptions, or file names..." and press Enter (or clear to reset).

PreRequisites

  1. Open the repository Issues page.

  2. Optionally, clear active filters that might hide results.

Steps

  1. Click the search input with the placeholder "Search issue titles, descriptions, or file names..." in the filter row.
    The search box is focused and ready to accept text.

  2. Type one or more keywords (for example, part of an issue title or a file name) and press Enter.
    The issue list updates to show items whose title, description, or file name match your query.

  3. If you get too many results, combine the search query with available filters such as "All severity", "All status", or "All files".
    Results narrow according to both the selected filters and your search terms.

  4. Clear the search input and press Enter (or click an empty space) to return to the unfiltered list.
    The full issue list (or currently selected filters) is shown again.

Troubleshooting

  1. The search returns no results even though the issue exists.

    LikelyCause: Active filters (file, status, severity, assignee) are excluding that issue.

    Action: Clear other filters or set them to "All ...", then run the search again.

Note: The search function matches issue titles, descriptions, and file names, as indicated in the placeholder text.