Module installed no problem, looks nice but the AJAX doesn't work. I've submitted two tickets now and gotten no response. pretty pitiful considering I paid for this.

I disagree to Joomla having a rating system for extensions, as the developers themselves can rise their popularity and also because users tend to hail anyone with 5 stars regardless of whether there are flaws or not. I have given 2 stars because I think it is deserved in this case AND so that people stop and read my review, which is intented to be informative.



I have already posted a similar review on the accordion module, and do not want to be an "Offlajn-basher" because I think their modules are among the very best around and I rate them as possibly the best extension developers we got.



HOWEVER, when you charge money for a module - not beer money, but what in Joomlaterms i regard a MASSIVE 20-30$ for each little thingy - the rules of engagement change and by developing as a BUSINESS you put yourself up for critics by choice. Developing with Joomla is far from free, and if you want top websites you have to buy most extensions which will see the 5-10-30-90$ you pay for each little thing accummulate to a hefty total - which is fine, but which also makes you expect a complete product in return.



In this case we undoubtedly dont get that. I will present this by problem, solution and conclusion.



PROBLEM: I wanted to use the Ajax Search module inside a custom html module, which is equal to using it inside an article. I spent lots of time combing the Offlajn website for it, googling it etc and to no avail.



Offlajn arrogantly offer no documentation at all, neither from the Joomla extension directory OR their own web, they dont even have a forum, troubleshooting section or help guide.



SOLUTION: I downloaded and adapted the "load module positions" plugin by Carsten Engel, which allowed me to place Offlajns search module where I wanted. This should obviously not be necessary.



CONCLUSION: Last week I wasted over 4 hours searching for how to modify the selfwriting css file in their accordion module and history has repeated itself by having to yet again investigate stuff related to the search module, when it obviously shouldnt be necessary.



To think that your backend area covers ALL thinkable css needs and think that your great support service makes standard documentation obsolete is arrogant AND unintelligent - especially when you charge people heavily for your extensions.



In this case I needed to make a decision on the fly, I couldnt wait even an hour so when the ONLY solution presented by Offlajn was submitting a support ticket which triggers a message saying "you will be responded within 1 working day", I find it to be hands down outrageous.



In this example I only needed to know how to insert their search box into an article, and I find it to be appalling that this and others small standard questions are not answered on their website. Their lack of documentation has again cost me more money, and on top of it I have had to include another plugin.



The module is excellent but the total package is very poor. I would like the developer to respond here for everyone to see - WHY have they deliberately chosen to provide absolutely no documentation whatsoever, even to paying clients?

I bought this module and whilst working with Joomla 1.7 and Virtuemart 2, (all still very new) I experienced problems with the search plugin as supplied. I contacted Offlajn (Roland) and within 24 hours got response back. Because I worked on localhost it was not possible to share via url, so Roland logged into my computer via sharing software and within 15 minutes resolved the problem. Excellent service!!

Now my search works lightning fast and better than expected.

This amazing product is going to be a standard inclusion in all our future websites!

FYI works flawlessly with K2 as promised!

Had a small issue and support was quick to point us in the right direction.

Highly recommended!

This live search should be part of Joomla's core. It is a must for any site. Thanks for the great work!

If you are looking for a clean and lean searching machine :) this is the one. Easy to install even for someone like me. And if you do have a question.. support is really fast and good in their help!



Is is because of functions like this I just love Open Source !

works brilliantly! had a few issues with the site integration but support was quick, efficient and courteous.

what more can you ask for - recommended!!

This extension works right out of the box with very little time and only a little Joomla knowledge to get it up and running.

The extension works and it works quite well. There are many customizations you can do within the module that makes it useful for those who are not experts in CSS/xHTML (although I don't mind getting my hands dirty).

For only $20.00 ($US) I feel this is a bargain deal for something that works so well with so much thought put into it. I wish I would have known about this tool a lot sooner because I think it's one of the best ones out there so far.

Thanks again to the author Janos for creating such a useful and valuable tool!

While it may be one of the most simple extensions I have purchased, the power, simplicity and support together have made this a very satisfying purchase! The developer has helped me not only getting his module implemented well, but he has modified other plugins from other developers for me so that they would integrate perfectly with the search. If you are looking for a search, look no further!! :)

1 word sums up this Search Extension

"WoW"

Fantastic, searches are fast, look pretty too.

Very easy to style, all done in the module itself.

Lovely effects, so many options to choose from.

This is the best search system i have found so far.

Tried out alot, this is for sure the Number 1 for me.

Will now be using this as the default search system for all my sites, it really is that good !!!

Nice job :)