> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guardian.hedera.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guardian.hedera.com/guardian/platform/guided-search-of-methodologies/search-using-ui.md).

# Searching policies by category or methodology name

## 1. Searching by Category

Searching within a single group of categories, a logical 'OR' is applied. Methodologies found within any one of the specified categories will be included in the search results.

Across different groups of categories, a logical 'AND' is applied. Methodologies that meet all category criteria across groups will included in the search results.

## 2. Searching by Methodology Name 

Guided Search further enhances its functionality by allowing the combination of category-based searches with specific methodology name searches. This dual-search capability enables users to refine their search results more precisely.

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## Search Results

Guided Search results are a tailored list of policies that align closely with the user's specified categories and methodology names.

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