> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.visual-layer.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Search and Filter

> Search datasets by name and apply filters to narrow your dataset view.

The **Main Panel** at the top of the page provides tools to quickly locate and organize your datasets.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/visual-layer/PQ3fsGVrxfAZ1lR4/images/search-inventory.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=PQ3fsGVrxfAZ1lR4&q=85&s=9341e046352ce3cc5310e96b92e22e2d" alt="Search in Dataset Inventory" style={{ width: '90%' }} className="rounded" width="1963" height="545" data-path="images/search-inventory.png" />

## Controls

Search and filters work together to help you locate datasets. Combine them to narrow results, or clear them to expand your view.

<div className="integrations-table">
  | Control             | Purpose                                                        | Usage                                                                                                                                              |
  | ------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
  | **Search**          | Find datasets by name                                          | Type a full or partial dataset name. Search is case-insensitive. For example, "product" matches "Product Images 2024" and "production-test-batch". |
  | **Filter**          | Filter datasets by Dataset Status or Dataset Type              | Select **Dataset Status** to filter by processing state, or **Dataset Type** to filter by Private or Public.                                       |
  | **Sort By**         | Arrange datasets by creation date, status, or name             | Choose sorting criteria and order (ascending/descending).                                                                                          |
  | **Clear Selection** | Reset all applied controls and return to the full dataset view | Click to remove all active search terms and filters.                                                                                               |
</div>

<Tip>
  Combine search and filters for precise dataset discovery. For example, search for "batch" and filter by status "Ready" to find all completed batch datasets.
</Tip>

## Related Resources

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="About the Dataset Inventory" icon="layout-dashboard" href="/docs/quick-start/dataset-inventory-ux">
    Overview of the Dataset Inventory interface
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dataset Cards Grid" icon="grid-3x3" href="/docs/quick-start/dataset-inventory-dataset-cards">
    Explore dataset cards, status indicators, and actions
  </Card>
</CardGroup>