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This is an FAQ answer for the WordPress plugin chatGPT SmartSearchWP<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

No, SmartSearchWP doesn ‘t replace WordPress’ native search system<\/strong>. It doesn’t work like a traditional search field, but like a conversational chatbot<\/strong>, answering visitors’ questions based on your site’s content. <\/p>\n\n

Interaction is exclusively via the chat bubble (phylactery)<\/strong> displayed on your site. There is no search field or widget<\/strong> to replace the WordPress one in areas such as the header, sidebar or results page. <\/p>\n\n

SmartSearchWP offers a complementary experience to<\/strong> the classic search engine: more natural, more contextual, and focused on understanding human language.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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