How do I use filters?

Filters are a powerful tool in the Collectibles.com app that help you narrow down your search results to find specific items in your collection. This guide will show you how to use filters effectively to manage and explore your collectibles.

Accessing Filters

1. Open the Collectibles.com App: Launch the app on your device and navigate to the section where you want to apply filters (e.g., your collection, search results).
2. Locate the Filters Section: The filters section is typically on the left-hand side of the screen or in a dropdown menu, depending on your device and screen size.

Universal Filters

At the top of the filters section, you'll find Universal Filters:

• Image Attached: Toggle this switch to filter items that have images attached.
• Price: Use this option to filter items based on their price range.

Specific Filters

Below the universal filters, you will find more specific filters tailored to different types of collectibles.

⬇️ Below is a breakdown of each filter category:

• Category
  • Select the type of collectible you are interested in (e.g., trading cards, comics, stamps, coins).
• Trading Cards Product Type
  • For trading cards, specify the product type to narrow down your results further.
• Year
  • Filter items by the year they were released.
• Set
  • Use this filter to find items from a specific set.
• Card Number
  • Enter a specific card number if you are looking for a particular item.
• Error Card
  • Toggle this filter to show only error cards.
• Grading Company
  • Select the grading company if you are looking for graded items.
• Qualifier
  • Narrow down your search by specific qualifiers assigned by grading companies.
• Player
  • Search for items related to a specific player.
• Sport
  • Filter items by sport (e.g., baseball, basketball).
• Insert/Subset
  • Find items that are part of a specific insert or subset.
• Memorabilia Card
  • Toggle this to filter for memorabilia cards.
• Rookie Card
  • Show only rookie cards by using this filter.
• Variation
  • Filter items by specific variations.
• Short Print
  • Search for short print items.
• Autographed
  • Toggle this filter to show only autographed items.
• TCG Category
  • For trading card games, select the category to narrow down results.
• Character
  • Find items featuring a specific character.
• Manufacturer
  • Filter items by their manufacturer.
• Aviation and Space Memorabilia Title
  • Use this filter to search for specific aviation and space memorabilia.
• Period
  • Filter items by the period they belong to.
• Country of Origin
  • Narrow down your search by the item's country of origin.

Applying Filters

1. Select Your Filters: Click on the dropdown menus or toggles to select the filters you want to apply.
2. Apply Filters: Once you have selected your filters, the app will automatically update the results based on your choices. You may need to click an "Apply" button in some instances.
3. Clear Filters: To reset the filters and start a new search, use the "Clear Filters" option usually located at the top or bottom of the filters section.

Tips for Effective Filtering

• Combine Filters: Use multiple filters simultaneously to narrow down your search results even further.
• Save Searches: If the app allows, save your filter combinations for future use.
• Regular Updates: Regularly update your filters based on your changing collection and interests.

By using these filters, you can easily manage and explore your collectibles, ensuring you find exactly what you’re looking for in your collection.