# Search in custom fields {% embed url="" %} Searching post metadata with Ajax Search Pro {% endembed %} ``` Search Sources -> Post Type Search -> Search in custom fields ``` In some cases you might need to search in custom fields as well, as some custom post types store data in custom fields. ### Regular Engine **Searching within specific fields** * Use the search bar to look for the desired fields * Drag & Drop the fields needed from the left side of the list to the right

**Searching all fields** In cases where most of the fields are required for search, it is easier to simply enable the *Search all custom fields?* option.

### Index Table Engine Use the same option type under the Index Table settings submenu, on the General options panel.