Announcement

**filburt1** · Mon 9 Dec '02, 8:48am

Originally posted by Cell Block
What would happen if i cleared it?

You'd have to rebuild the search index from the admin CP.

**Cell Block** · Mon 9 Dec '02, 11:37am

What is the function and purpose of the searchindex table? because mine is massive in filesize

**filburt1** · Mon 9 Dec '02, 11:38am

Originally posted by Cell Block
What is the function and purpose of the searchindex table? because mine is massive in filesize

It reduces server load when searching your forums.

**Wayne Luke** · Mon 9 Dec '02, 11:40am

Originally posted by Cell Block
What is the function and purpose of the searchindex table? because mine is massive in filesize

It enables your users to search your forums. Without it, they will not find any matches.

**Cell Block** · Mon 9 Dec '02, 11:57am

Oh that explains why the table is so big

Thanks for clearing that up

The searchindex table