• To refine your search results, use the filters list on left side.
• If the results are unsatisfactory, reduce the number of words (e.g., "bicycle framework" instead of "carbon bicycle frame work").
• Avoid keywords which are too specific or specialized (e.g., "4X4 Honda ATV").
• Only search one programme at a time.
• Don't include a country/region's name in your search (e.g., "shoe China").

There are many words to describe any item. Imagine which words a seller might use to describe the item you're looking for. Try several different options and combinations -- but use just two or three words at a time to be sure you get a variety of results.

For example, a search for Beatles poster will return fewer, more-targeted listings than a search for Beatles.

For example, to find a particular Barbie item, don't just type Barbie in the search box. If you're looking for a Barbie dress made in the 1960s, enter: Barbie dress 196*. If you want only red dresses, type: Barbie red dress. Remember: be specific and narrowly define your search!

If you're searching using words with Canadian-specific spellings such as colour or centre, you'll find more items with the corresponding US spellings (color, center).

Search always looks for your keywords in the title of the items for sale. Click on search titles and descriptions under the search box to also search item descriptions. You'll get many more results.

On any search box on IPEX VIEW, you have the option of searching for items located in Canada only, or opening up your search to items located in other countries. You can also toggle between items available to Canada or located in Canada using the link located near the top right corner of any search or browse results page.

For example, you'll get two different lists of items when you search for diamond rings and diamond ring. Try your search with and without the final "s".

IPEX VIEW's search engine searches for and, or, and the just like it would any other word. Use and, or, and the only if you're searching for items containing these words, such as Diana Ross and the Supremes or Truth or Dare.

Only use punctuation in your search if you expect it to be in the item title or description for which you are searching. Examples include t-shirt, N-Sync and Dr. Watson.

If you are not searching for something specific, try browsing through the category listing pages for surprising discoveries.

If you are looking for a hard-to-find item, tell millions of sellers what you're looking for by creating a Want It Now post.