A comprehensive guide to implementing autocomplete functionality using Manticore Search. Covers three main approaches: CALL AUTOCOMPLETE for typo-tolerant multi-word suggestions, CALL KEYWORDS for fast dictionary lookups, and infix search with highlighting for sentence completion. Includes practical implementation patterns, production tips, and integration examples for building search suggestions in web applications.
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Who should read thisQuick decision guidePrerequisites and CaveatsCALL AUTOCOMPLETE — quick example (SQL)CALL AUTOCOMPLETE options explainedCALL KEYWORDS — token-based completionsSentence completion with infix search and highlightingIntegration pattern (frontend → backend)Production tipsTroubleshooting checklistExample: full flow (sample)ConclusionSort: