Introduction to Broad Search for Applications
The Broad Search feature works like a centralized search engine built right into AcceleratorApp’s application portal. Instead of clicking into individual profiles one by one, it allows administrators to search comprehensively across all applicant data—including deep evaluation records, text application answers, meeting logs, and historical activity threads—from a single input line.
Whether you need to instantly pinpoint every applicant who mentioned a specific phrase like "climate tech," retrieve historical evaluation scores, or trace past team remarks before an final intake board meeting, Broad Search aggregates those matching data fragments in seconds.
Plan Restriction: This advanced search feature is available for organizations on Pro bundle and Enterprise plans.
Where to Find Broad Search for Applications
Navigate to the Applications module from the top navigation menu and select Applications Overview. The Broad Search entry icon lives directly inside the primary filtration bar at the top of your workspace screen.
Step-by-Step
1. Access Applications Overview
Click on Applications from the top navigation menu.
2. Open the Broad Search Filter Panel
Locate the main search block at the top of your layout and click the Broad Search icon (🔍➕) situated on the right side of the text container.
3. Submit Your Query Word or Phrase
Type your targeted keyword, specific phrase, or tracking term into the revealed deep search entry box. From the Applications Overview, Broad Search scans across:
- Evaluation forms
- Application forms
- Meeting notes
- Activity messages
4. Review Your Aggregated Match Output
Browse through the compiled results categorization list, which instantly displays matches isolated from assessment cards, core forms, and historical team messages.
5. Open Source Documents Directly
Click on any individual result card item within the summary view to jump directly into that specific application file or evaluation sheet.
Best Practices
- Use clear and specific keywords to improve result accuracy.
- Enable filters like “Include application filters in search” or “Include startup portfolio filters in search” for refined results.
- Combine searches across Applications and Startups for a complete overview.
- Monitor key terms (e.g., “contract,” “compliance,” “delay”) to identify potential risks early.