Advanced filtering is a feature on Bubble that allows users to filter data based on specific criteria. In this post, we will be discussing the two different methods of filtering: "Intersect with" and "Contains List" using this website as an example.

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What is Intersect With?

"Intersect with" is a method of filtering data in Bubble where the system matches any result that meets any of the categories of the user. 

For example, if a user selects "Data Automation" and "E-commerce" as their preferred categories for courses on this site, the filtering system will display any course or project that contains either "Data Automation" or "E-commerce." 

What is Contains List?

"Contains List" is a method of filtering data in Bubble where the system matches every category in the list for filtering purposes.

For example, if a user selects "Data Automation" and "Mobile App" as their preferred categories, the filtering system will only display courses or projects that include both "Data Automation" and "Mobile App" as categories.

How to Implement Advanced Filtering in Bubble

To implement advanced filtering in Bubble, you will need to create a data type of categories with a list of categories for whatever it is you’re categorizing. 

Once that is setup, create a filtering system that uses "Intersect with" or "Contains List" to match data based on user preferences.

Example of Advanced Filtering in Bubble

Let's take the example this website that offers online courses with categories like data automation, e-commerce, mobile app, etc. Our website has a browse page where users can browse all courses and filter them based on their category preferences.

If a user selects "Data Automation" and "Mobile App" as their preferred categories on the browse page, the filtering system will only display courses that contain both "Data Automation" and "Mobile App" as categories.

Similarly, on the website's dashboard, the filtering system uses "Intersect with" to match any course or project that meets any of the categories of the user. This system allows users to find relevant courses and projects quickly and easily, saving time and effort.

Summary

Advanced filtering in Bubble is a powerful tool that enables users to create customized filtering systems based on specific criteria. By understanding the difference between "Intersect with" and "Contains List," users can create efficient filtering systems that match their users' preferences accurately.

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