If youâve ever used filters in Lead Finder, you know the drill â scroll through a long list of options, pick the proper job titles, location, industry, employee size, and so on.
It can feel a bit overwhelming, like being dropped into a control panel with too many switches.
The new way: Just tell us what you wantđĄ
With AI Search, you donât need to figure out every filter. Just type what youâre looking for in natural language, and weâll do the rest.
Example?
Type: âCEO in the UAE in the software industry with less than 100 employeesâ
â Weâll instantly select the relevant filters for you.
No filter-by-filter hunting. No guesswork. Just fast, accurate lead searches â the way it should be.
Why did we build thisđŻ
We noticed that users, especially first-time users, were getting stuck or frustrated while trying to set the right filters.
So we changed two things:
You now select all your filters first, then hit Search â a single search with all the filters for a much smoother experience.
And if youâd rather skip filters altogether? Just describe your ideal lead in your own words using AI Search.
This way, you get powerful, flexible lead discovery â without the friction.
How to Search Leads Using the AI Search Bar
Finding the right leads is now easier than ever â no need to apply filters individually. Just tell the AI what you need in simple language, and itâll do the work for you.
Step 1: Open the AI Search Bar
Go to Lead Finder in Saleshandy
Click on the Search bar at the top of the Lead Finder page
â ORPress Ctrl+K (on Windows) or Cmd+K (on Mac) to open it quickly.
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A pop-up will appear, allowing you to enter your search request.
Step 2: Type Your Lead Requirements
You donât need to know the exact filters â describe the kind of leads you want in plain English.
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For example:
âCEO in the UAE in the software industry with employees less than 100 employeesâ
âProduct Managers from SaaS startups in Europeâ
âFounders in fintech with fewer than 50 employeesâ
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Step 3: Let AI Handle the Filters
Once you type your prompt and hit Enter:
Our AI will understand your request
Itâll automatically apply the correct filters like job title, location, industry, employee size, and more.
Youâll instantly see lead results that match your search â no manual selection needed.
Step 4: Reuse Past Searches from History
Your AI searches are saved in your Search History.
Next time, you can click on a past search to instantly reload those filters â no need to retype or reprocess
If Your Input Isnât Clear
If your search isn't very specific (e.g., "Tell me about finance industry growth in 2024"), the AI will still try to help:
Itâll switch to a keyword-based search instead of applying filters
That way, you still get relevant leads rather than an error
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Tip: Keyboard Shortcut Reminder
Youâll always see the right shortcut based on your device:
âWindows: âCtrl + Kâ
Mac: âCmd + Kâ
Look for this near the search icon for a quick reminder
Why You Might Not Get Results in AI Search
While the AI search is designed to help you quickly find the right leads, there are a few reasons why you might not get the results you're expecting.
Here's a breakdown of what could be happening and how the system handles each situation:
1. No Exact Match for Your Search
What Happens: If your search query doesnât match any available filters, the system will still try to help by using keywords to broaden the search. You might see a message like:
Mini Message:
"We couldnât find an exact match. Try modifying your search.â
Why This Happens: Sometimes, your search may be too specific, and the system canât find exact matches in the available filters. In this case, the AI switches to a broader keyword search to provide relevant results still.
2. Search Term Too Short or Too Long
What Happens: If your search term is either too short or too long, the system wonât let you proceed and will display an error message:
If the search term is too short:
â Error: "Please enter at least 15 characters to perform a search."
âIf itâs too long:
â Error: "Your search term is too long. Please shorten it to 600 characters or less."
Why This Happens:
For accuracy, the system requires a minimum of 15 characters of detail to perform a valid search. Likewise, overly long queries (exceeding 600 characters) can be complex to process efficiently.
3. Temporary Issues or Rate Limits
What Happens: If thereâs an issue with the system or weâve reached a search limit (due to too many requests), you may see this message:
Error:
"We're having trouble searching right now. Try again."
Why This Happens:
If our AI service is down or experiencing high traffic, the search may not be processed. In this case, youâll have the option to try again, and weâll attempt the search again immediately.
4. Invalid Search Filters
What Happens:
If the filters in your search query donât match any available options in the system, it will be logged in our system for review. If this occurs, the search may not yield relevant results.
Why This Happens: Sometimes, your query may not align with the existing filters, which means the system cannot find any matches. This is logged to help us improve the search experience over time.
5. Response Timeout
What Happens: If the AI doesnât respond within 30 seconds, youâll see a message letting you know that there was a timeout:
Error:
"We're having trouble searching right now. Try again."
Why This Happens:
Occasionally, the AI may take longer than usual to process your request, resulting in a timeout. If this happens, you can click the "Try Again" button to try the search again.
6. Not Retaining Filters After a New Search
What Happens: If you make additional changes to your search after the first query, the filters wonât carry over automatically. Youâll need to rerun the search using the new criteria.
Why This Happens: When you modify your search prompt or add new information, the system doesnât retain previous filters to ensure that the AI processes the search based on the most up-to-date query.
FAQ
1. What is AI Search in Lead Finder, and how does it work?
AI Search lets you describe the leads you're looking for in plain English â no need to apply filters manually.
Example:
â"CEO in the UAE in the software industry with less than 100 employees"
The system interprets your prompt and applies the right filters for you.
2. How is AI Search different from using manual filters in Lead Finder?
Manual: You select filters such as job title and location individually.
AI Search: Describe your ideal lead, and we handle the filtering.
Now, you also hit "Search" after selecting filters â this reduces lag and errors.
3. How can I open the AI Search bar in Lead Finder?
Go to Lead Finder and click the top search bar
Or use a keyboard shortcut:
Windows:
Ctrl + K
Mac:
Cmd + K
4. What kind of prompts can I type into the AI Lead Search bar?
Type natural language descriptions like:
âFounders in fintech with fewer than 50 employeesâ
âMarketing managers in SaaS companies based in Canadaâ
5. What happens after I submit a prompt in the AI Search bar?
AI processes your input.
Applies relevant filters, such as title, region, industry, and size.
Shows you lead results instantly
Your prompt stays visible in the bar for quick reference or edits
6. Can I access my previous AI Lead Finder searches?
Yes. Every AI search is saved in your Search History.
You can click on any past search to reuse it instantly â no need to retype.
7. What if my AI search input is too vague or unclear?
If your prompt isnât specific (e.g., "growth in tech"), the AI switches to a keyword-based search to show relevant leads.
8. Is there a character limit for using the AI Lead Finder search?
Yes, there is a character limit:
Minimum: 15 characters â Shorter queries will trigger an error
â"Please enter at least 15 characters to perform a search."Maximum: 600 characters â Longer queries will trigger
â"Your search term is too long. Please shorten it to 600 characters or fewer."
9. Why is my AI Lead Finder search not returning any leads?
If your prompt is too specific or doesnât map to available filters, we show:
ââWe couldnât find an exact match. Try modifying your search.â
In such cases, the system may still revert to a keyword search.
10. What does it mean if AI Lead Finder says, "We're having trouble searching right now"?
It usually means:
The system is temporarily overloaded
Or there's a temporary issue with our AI service
Click "Try Again" to rerun your search.
11. Why do some AI Lead Finder queries fail to apply filters?
If your request includes invalid or non-existent filters, it may not return leads.
Our system logs these cases to improve accuracy over time.
12. Why doesnât AI Search retain previous filters when I change my query?
Each new query resets the context.
This ensures the AI bases its results only on your latest prompt, avoiding mixed filters from different searches.