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Help Needed: SharePoint 365 Search Field Issue with Partial Name Matching
Hello,
I have set up SharePoint 365 in my organization. Within it, I have created a phone directory list with email addresses and other details. Since there are many people working in the organization, it's easier and more efficient to search for a name. However, the search field is set to exact text matching. For instance, if I search for "Vic" instead of "Victor," no results are displayed. Do you have any suggestions on how to address this issue? I appreciate in advance any help you can provide me.
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Hello arturmafezzoli
how have you created this directory. In this example i have created it with PnP Modern Search Web Parts: https://microsoft-search.github.io/pnp-modern-search/scenarios/Create-a-useful-People-Search/
With this query:
{searchTerms}* workemail:mehr365I can found me with partial search "dav":
Regards, Dave
- Unfortunately, I am unable to install new applications. Our company operates under a hierarchical structure, with the parent company above us. I tried discussing the matter with the SharePoint administration team, but they refused to grant access since the tenant is shared by two states. If access were granted to us, it would have to be provided to everyone.
Do you have any other suggestions, perhaps?
