This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Zane
In the age of information overload, having a powerful and flexible search tool is like holding a magic key to explore the web. Today, we bring you such a magical key—the SearXNG Service. This TypeScript-based service seamlessly interacts with the SearXNG search engine API, allowing you to perform searches and retrieve results in various formats. Whether you're developing a cool web application or need robust backend search support, the SearXNG Service is your ideal solution.
Why Choose SearXNG Service?
SearXNG Service is more than just a tool; it's your search companion, making your development work more efficient and enjoyable.
- Unlimited Customization: Adjust search parameters according to your needs. Choose from various categories, engines, and locales to get precise search results.
- Ease of Use: From installation to usage, the entire process is straightforward and hassle-free, allowing you to get started quickly.
- Multi-Format Support: Retrieve search results in JSON, CSV, and RSS formats, making your application versatile and adaptable to different scenarios.
Installation and Configuration
One-Click Installation
Install the SearXNG Service with a single command:
npm install searxng
Configuration Setup
Import and configure the SearXNG Service to start using it:
import { SearxngService, type SearxngServiceConfig } from 'searxng';
const config: SearxngServiceConfig = {
baseURL: 'https://your-searxng-instance.com',
defaultSearchParams: {
format: 'json',
lang: 'auto',
},
defaultRequestHeaders: {
'Content-Type': 'application/json',
},
};
const searxngService = new SearxngService(config);
Types and Parameters
Categories
Choose from a wide range of categories to refine your search results:
export type SearxngCategory =
| 'general'
| 'web'
| 'images'
| 'videos'
| 'news'
| 'music'
// Add more categories as needed
;
Engines and Locales
Select your preferred search engines and locales to customize your search experience:
export type SearxngEngine =
| 'google'
| 'bing'
| 'duckduckgo'
// Add more engines
;
export type SearxngLocale =
| 'en'
| 'es'
| 'fr'
// Add more locales
;
Methods
Use the search method to start your exploration journey:
async search(
input: string,
params?: Partial<SearxngSearchParameters>,
): Promise<SearxngSearchResults>
Example: Basic Search
Perform a simple search to see the power of the magic key:
async function performSearch() {
try {
const results = await searxngService.search('example query');
console.log(results);
} catch (error) {
console.error('Search failed:', error);
}
}
performSearch();
Example: Search with Parameters
Perform a more refined search with additional parameters:
async function performSearchWithParams() {
const searchParams = {
categories: ['general', 'web'],
engines: ['google', 'bing'],
lang: 'en',
pageno: 2,
time_range: 'month',
format: 'json',
};
try {
const results = await searxngService.search('example query', searchParams);
console.log(results);
} catch (error) {
console.error('Search failed:', error);
}
}
performSearchWithParams();
Conclusion
SearXNG Service is more than just a tool; it's your search magic wand, making complex searches simple and fun. Whether you're a developer or a tech enthusiast, SearXNG Service can help you achieve more powerful search capabilities. Install the SearXNG Service today and start your magical search journey!
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Zane
Zane | Sciencx (2024-07-22T17:58:47+00:00) Discover the Magic of SearXNG Service and Empower Your Search Engine API. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2024/07/22/discover-the-magic-of-searxng-service-and-empower-your-search-engine-api/
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