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Search tips

There are a variety of ways you can search on eBay to help you find exactly what you're looking for. 

Whether you're just browsing, looking for a specific item, or trying to track down a great seller you bought from in the past, we've got tools to help you.

Here's an overview of the different ways you can search on eBay, and how to keep track of items once you've found them.

Advanced search

Learn how to find an item, category, or member when you've got some specific requirements.

Collections

Organize your favorite items into easy-to-find groups.

Searching for a seller

Find your favorite stores and sellers quickly.

Saved searches

Save a search to help track items you find yourself looking for regularly.

Your recently viewed items

Discover how to find your way back to an item you've seen before.

Your Watch List

Find out how to keep track of items when you're not quite ready to bid on or buy them.

Your purchase history

Find all the details of items you've already bought.

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Learning about search on eBay will help you find what you're looking for quickly and easily.

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