Listdom Search Results Not Displaying

Problem

I am using the Listdom plugin. I’ve created a search form, but when I search by location or category, either no results appear or I get redirected to the homepage. What should I do?

Answer

When the Listdom search form is configured but either doesn’t return results or unexpectedly redirects to the homepage, the problem is usually related to how the search form, skin shortcode, and results page settings are configured.

Here’s a comprehensive troubleshooting guide to help you resolve this issue step by step.

Steps to Resolve

1. Check That Listings Exist and Are Published

   • Navigate to Listings → All Listings.
   • Confirm that listings are published and assigned to relevant categories, locations, features, and tags.
   • Listings must have values that match the filters in your search form; otherwise, results will appear empty.
   • Try a search without any filters to test if listings appear at all.

2. Set the Correct Search Results Page

   • Go to Listdom → Search and Filter Builder, and open the search form you’re using.
   • In the Search Results panel:
     • If your skin shortcode and search form are on the same page, set Results Page to “Current Page.”
       This will automatically apply the search filters to all skin shortcodes on that page.
     • If you’re using the APS Addon, a Connected Shortcodes option appears.
       Select the exact shortcode(s) you want to target and specify whether to apply the filter On Submit (after clicking search) or On the Fly (live as users select options).
     • If you select a different page as the Results Page:
       Ensure that page contains a skin shortcode.
       If multiple shortcodes exist on the page, you must define the Target Shortcode to avoid applying filters globally.

3. Ensure a Skin Shortcode is Present on the Results Page

   • Regardless of where the results will be shown (current or another page), a skin shortcode must be added there.
   • Go to Listdom → Shortcodes.
   • Create a skin shortcode (e.g., List, Grid, Single Map, etc.).
   • Choose your layout and filters.
   • If desired, assign the search form to the shortcode (only if you’re not using the search form separately).
   • Add the generated shortcode to the page using the WordPress editor, Elementor, or WPBakery.
     Without a skin shortcode on the target page, no search results will appear—even if the search form itself is working properly.

4. Check APS Addon Settings (If Installed)

   • If you’re using the Advanced Portal Search (APS) Addon, double-check the following:
     • Matching Logic (OR/AND): Under Listdom → Settings → Addons → Advanced Portal Search:
       OR = more inclusive results (default).
       AND = stricter filters, may result in 0 results if no listing matches all terms.
     • AJAX Search Mode:
       • Disabled: Page reload needed to show results.
       • Enabled: User must press the Search button; results load via AJAX.
       • On the Fly: Results update instantly as the user selects options.

5. Check for Technical Conflicts

   • If everything seems configured correctly but results still don’t appear:
     • Clear caches: Browser, site cache, and plugin caches.
     • JavaScript Errors: Check developer console (F12 → Console) for script issues.
     • Plugin Conflicts: Deactivate non-essential plugins and test.
     • Theme Conflicts: Temporarily switch to a default WordPress theme (e.g., Twenty Twenty-Four).

Why This Works

To ensure your Listdom search form works properly:

• Assign a valid results page (same or another page).
• Ensure a skin shortcode exists on that page.
• Confirm listings exist that match your filters.

With the right configuration, your search should return accurate results without redirects or empty states.

If the problem continues, provide:

• The name of the shortcode you’re using.
• A link to your search page.
• Or a screenshot of your settings.

This will help support debug further.