lunr
A small, client-side full-text search library for JavaScript that indexes JSON documents.
What is lunr?
Lunr.js is a small, full-text search library that runs in the browser, indexing JSON documents and enabling fast, local search queries. It solves the need for searching client-side data without relying on server-side services, reducing network overhead and supporting offline functionality.
Frontend developers building web applications with client-side data that require search capabilities, such as documentation sites, single-page apps, or offline-first tools.
Developers choose Lunr.js for its simplicity, zero-server dependency, and lightweight footprint, offering a performant search experience directly in the browser with features like fuzzy matching and multi-language support.
Overview
A bit like Solr, but much smaller and not as bright
Use Cases
Best For
- Adding search to static websites or documentation without a backend
- Implementing offline search in progressive web apps (PWAs)
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