This module clean up search index built by search module. It is helpful
while deploying large sites whose search index becomes massive.
The reindex button does not clear the search index but rather gradually
replaces existing search data with new data as items are reindexed. This module was originated by https://drupal.org/comment/4026188#comment-4026188
-- INSTALLATION --
* Install as usual, see http://drupal.org/node/895232 for further information.
-- CONFIGURATION --
* To clear the search index, go to Administration » Configuration » Search and metadata » Search settings.
Hit on Wipe Index button next to Re-index site button.
Drush users can use one of the following commands:
drush siw
drush searchindex-wipe
-- FAQ --
Q: Why should I use this module?
A: The search index can become massive on large sites, making it difficult to transfer the site to another server.
Examples include migrating ISPs or just creating a test site. Yes, we know it would be better to not delete the
entire search index, but its sheer size sometimes forces the need.
Q: I wiped my search index, How do I rebuilt it?
A: It is similar to Rebuild index button, we need to run cron on the site to rebuilt the index.
Project information
- Module categories: Site Search
- Ecosystem: Drupal site search
- 660 sites report using this module
- Created by Sagar Ramgade on , updated
- Stable releases for this project are covered by the security advisory policy.
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Releases
Drupal 10 compatibility
Development version: 7.x-1.x-dev updated 15 Mar 2016 at 21:14 UTC