To refine search results, you can filter them by file type, language, and last modified date. Typically, the filter goes after the search query and is separated from it by a space. You can use multiple operators in the same query by also separating them with a space

By default, Yandex searches for all forms of the word specified in the query. The exception is when the following operators are used: ! and ". You can refine your query using operators. You can use multiple ! operators in one query.

Here is the list of 25+ Yandex search operators & search tips that will make you a more efficient Yandex user. Yandex search operators (or search parameters) are special commands you type into the search box together with your search query to get more relevant and detailed results.

Operator "" — in the search results will be "exact phrase", synonyms are excluded. Operator - — this stop word should not be included in the search results. Operator | — search on the first or second word, two-word results may also be present.

Yandex supports various search operators that can refine your queries. Common operators include: Quotes (” “): Use quotes to search for an exact phrase. For example, “best pizza place” will find pages containing that exact phrase. Minus sign (-): Exclude terms by placing a minus sign before them.