# AI-Powered Search Feature Searching for what to watch has always been a core feature of Simkl. But now, it’s become **smarter**, **more intuitive**, and **conversational** — thanks to the launch of our **AI-Powered Search**. Simkl’s upgraded search engine now understands what you *mean*, not just what you *type*. Whether you’ve made a typo mistake *"Betman",* entered a fuzzy query like *“movies with time travel,”* or just want recommendations after your latest binge — the AI now responds with relevant results. {% content-ref url="/pages/ihRd1XHol0uMwIS2WWMO" %} [Using Search](/how-to-use-simkl/core-features/search-and-discovery/using-search.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/J5WXIFxjqGtQsaJir10K" %} [Search & Discovery](/how-to-use-simkl/core-features/search-and-discovery.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/M4PdacQFr5hDCUn0JdO9" %} [Search Functions](/how-to-use-simkl/getting-started-with-simkl/basic-navigation/search-functions.md) {% endcontent-ref %}
### Why It’s a Game-Changer **Old search engines** required perfect spelling or exact title names. If you typed it wrong or too vaguely. **Now with AI Search**, you can: * Ask full questions in natural English * Get recommendations based on context and genre * Recover from typos, tab errors, or vague ideas * Explore titles even if you can’t remember the exact name This is especially useful if: * You're exploring genres (e.g. “sci-fi anime with strong female leads”) * You're trying to remember old shows (“that detective show from the 2000s”) * You just finished something and want similar content (“just watched Breaking Bad, what’s next?”) *** ### 1. Smart Typo Correction Have you ever searched with a typo like: * `onee piecee` instead of **One Piece** * `breakbn bod` instead of **Breaking Bad** * `Interstalar` instead of **Interstellar** Old search? Would return 0 or irrelevant results.\ **AI search?** Instantly recognizes the mistake and corrects it with: > “Did you mean One Piece?” It even returns **franchise-related results** — like movies, specials, and spinoffs.
**Example:** ``` Search: breakbn bod Results: ✅ Breaking Bad ✅ Better Call Saul ✅ El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie ✅ Narcos, Ozark (similar genre shows) ``` **Why it's useful**: AI has your back, even if you can’t spell it right all the time, it learns. *** ### 2. AI-Powered Tab Suggestion (Smart Category Switching) Let’s say you search for “Futurama” under the **Anime tab** by mistake. Simkl AI notices that Futurama is a TV Show, not an anime, and will offer relevant results
**Example:** ``` Search: Futurama (Anime tab) Response: “Did you mean to search under TV Shows?” ``` **Why it's useful**: Avoids confusion and miscategorized searches. Especially handy for titles that exist across multiple types (e.g., animated TV shows vs. anime vs films). *** ### 3. Natural Language Queries (AI Recommendations) This is where Simkl’s AI Search truly shines. Instead of typing titles, now you can **ask questions** or describe what you’re looking for — and Simkl will understand! Try: * **“anime like Solo Leveling”** * **“movies with Bruce Willis”** * **“just watched Final Destination, what to watch next?”** * **“feel-good series after Ted Lasso”** * **“fantasy series like Lord of the Rings”** * **“crime documentaries”** * **“films like Blade Runner”** * **“old school horror movies”** * **“romcom TV shows from 2000s”**
**Example:** ``` Search: I love The Matrix, what should I watch next? Results: ✅ Inception ✅ Interstellar ✅ Minority Report ✅ Source Code ✅ Edge of Tomorrow ``` **Why it's useful**: You don’t need to know what you’re looking for — just describe it! Simkl AI reads your intent and delivers smart suggestions based on theme, tone, and genre. *** ### Examples of Real Search Scenarios from Users | What You Type | What Simkl AI Does | | ---------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- | | `onee piece` | Shows One Piece and all movies/specials | | `anime like Solo Leveling` | Shows Black Clover, Shield Hero, Overlord | | `movies with Bruce Willis` | Suggests Die Hard, Fifth Element, Looper | | `dungeon anime` | Displays Dungeon Meshi, Konosuba, DanMachi | | `alien comedy shows and movies` | Returns Men in Black, Paul, Futurama | | `star wars franchise` | Lists all Star Wars films in timeline order | | `breakbn bod` | Corrects to Breaking Bad + Better Call Saul | | `just watched Final Destination, what to watch next` | Suggests Saw, The Conjuring, The Ring, etc. | *** ## Who Can Use It? **Everyone!!!** AI Search is available to **all logged-in Simkl users** — whether you’re on the Free plan, PRO, or VIP. This includes, just log in and start typing your thoughts. *** ## Smarter Search = Smarter Discoveries Simkl’s AI Search isn’t just about results — it’s about **making content discovery more relevant**. Whether you’re looking to: * Revisit a show you vaguely remember * Explore new genres * Get instant recommendations * Recover from spelling errors AI Search makes the process fast, fluid, and forgiving. It’s your new **personal watch assistant** — built right into the search bar. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.simkl.org/how-to-use-simkl/core-features/search-and-discovery/using-search/ai-powered-search-feature.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.