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Search Tools: tool characteristics, search tool sampler | Search Strategies: keyword, phrase, concept, boolean, field, wildcard | Evaluating Information | Supplemental Links Wildcard Searching Wildcard searching allows you to broaden your search or capture different spellings or endings of a word. Most search engines require that you use an asterisk (*) or question mark (?) as your wildcard. For example, searching on breed* will return pages that contain the words breed, breeds, or breeding. The Master Internet Volunteer Program was developed by the University of Minnesota Extension Service and was adapted for use in North Dakota with permission. Copyright © 2000 North Dakota State University. All rights reserved. North Dakota State University Extension Service |
