The Search Results web part is used to display the output of searches in the classic search. It provides the formatting that's necessary for preconfigured search verticals (People, Everything, Videos, and Conversations). In addition, the Search Results web part also sends content to the Refinement and Search Navigation web parts.
The following areas of the Search Results web part can be configured:
- Search Results Query
- Search Results Display Template
- Search Results Web Part Settings
We'll briefly examine all three areas. For all of the modifications, you'll need to edit the Search Results web part. Let's get started:
- Navigate to the Search Results page. You can do this by launching the classic search and then entering any search criteria. The default results page will be displayed.
- Select the gear or Settings icon and select Edit page:
- Select the Search Results web part, click the drop-down arrow, and select Edit Web Part:
You can use this as the starting point for the next configuration areas.