Food Search
Search our database to find products, compare options, and add items to your list.
Overview
Food Search helps you find grocery items in Grocery Savvy by searching by name or browsing categories from the Home screen. You can review item details, see dietary tags, and add items to your list.
How to Search
- Tap the search bar on the Home screen.
- Type the name of the product you're looking for.
- Tap Enter/Search to open the search results screen.
- Review the results and choose how you want to add or inspect an item.
Search Features
Category Browsing
From the Home screen, you can browse foods by category if you are not searching for a specific item. Categories can include:
- Produce
- Dairy & Eggs
- Meat & Seafood
- Bakery
- Pantry Staples
- Frozen Foods
- Beverages
- Snacks
- And more
Dietary Preference Cues
Search results are not filtered automatically by dietary preferences in the MVP. Instead, Grocery Savvy shows visual cues to help you review items:
- Green border — The item matches your dietary preferences.
- Orange border — The item has an allergen or consideration tag and should be reviewed more closely.
Adding Items from Search
When you find the item you want:
- Tap the + icon next to the item to quickly add it to your current Grocery List.
- Or tap the food item to open the full details page.
- From the details page, add the item to your Grocery List or to Meals.
The search screen also includes quick actions at the bottom:
- Scan — Open Barcode Scanning
- My Items — View recently viewed items
- Add — Add a custom item if you can't find what you need
Can't Find an Item?
If a product isn't in our database, you can add a custom item using the Add button in search. You can also try Barcode Scanning if you have the physical product.