SniffPress

PBR

What file types are searched by default?

The plugin searches:
– PHP (.php)
– JavaScript (.js)
– CSS (.css)
– Text (.txt)
– Markdown (.md)
– JSON (.json)
– XML (.xml)
– HTML (.html)

Why are some files missing from results?

The plugin automatically skips:
– Binary files (images, fonts, etc.)
– Files over 2MB in size (configurable)
– Vendor directories (node_modules, vendor, .git, etc.)
– Files matching your exclusion patterns

Can I search WordPress core files?

Currently the plugin only searches theme and plugin files. Core file search may be added in future versions.

How do I use exclusion patterns?

Enter comma-separated patterns in the “Exclude patterns” field. Examples:
– node_modules, vendor – skip these common directories
– *.log, cache/ – skip log files and cache directory
– assets/css, includes/ – skip specific folders

What are the recommended search limits?

For large sites, we recommend:
– Max file size: 2-5MB
– Max results: 100-200
This prevents timeouts and memory issues.

How are results grouped?

Results are grouped first by theme/plugin name, then by individual file within that group. Click any group or file header to collapse or expand it.

How does the live match counter work?

As you type (2+ characters) with at least one location selected, the plugin runs a quick background count and shows it under the search field, before you click Search. It’s capped at 500 for speed on large codebases; run the full search to see everything.

How do I enable dark mode?

Click the moon/sun icon at the top right of the SniffPress page. Your choice is saved in your browser and applied automatically next time you visit.