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title: "Can I search using wildcards?"
date: "2025-05-28T06:40:34+00:00"
summary: "Discover how to enhance your searches with * and ? wildcards. Learn the rules for effective wildcard usage in queries."
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url: "/acquia-cloud-platform/help/69396-can-i-search-using-wildcards"
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Yes, you may use `\*` (several characters) and `?` (single character) wildcards. Searches may not begin with wildcards or other logical operators.