Searching by book category in Chats helps you narrow down your active conversations based on genre or interest. If you are discussing multiple listings with different users, category filters allow you to quickly focus on the relevant books and manage your swap books nearby experience more efficiently.
How to Access Category Filters in Chats
To search by book category, you need to open the Filter page from the Chats screen.
- Open the Chats
screen in Pasaj. - Tap the Filter
icon located at the top right corner. - This will open the full Filter page.
On this page, you will see different filtering options, including search field, distance, and Category.
Select Book Categories
In the Filter page, locate the Category section.
By default, the selection is set to All.
- Tap on All under the Category section.
- This will open the full list of available book categories.
- Select one or multiple categories depending on your preference.
Multi-selection is supported. This allows you to filter conversations more precisely when you want to exchange books nearby within specific genres.
Select All or Deselect All
At the top left corner of the category list page, you will find two options:
- Select All to select every available category.
- Deselect All to remove all current selections.
These options help you manage category preferences quickly without selecting each item individually.
Save Category Selection
After choosing your preferred categories:
- Tap the Save button at the bottom of the Category list page. This will return you to the main Filter page.
- On the Filter page, tap Save at the top right corner.
⚠️ If you do NOT tap Save, your filter changes will NOT be applied.
Once saved, the Chats screen will refresh according to your selected categories. You will now see conversations related only to books within those categories, making it easier to find books nearby and manage relevant book exchange discussions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search chats by book category in Pasaj?
Open Chats, tap the Filter icon, locate the Category section, select one or multiple categories, then tap Save to apply the filter.
Where can I find the Category filter inside Chats?
The Category filter is located on the full Filter page, which you can access from the Chats screen by tapping the Filter icon.
Can I select more than one book category at the same time?
Yes. Multi-selection is supported, allowing you to filter conversations by multiple categories simultaneously.
What is the default setting for Category in Chats filter?
By default, the Category selection is set to All.
How do I change the default “All” category selection?
Tap All under the Category section, choose your preferred categories from the list, and save your selection.
Is there a quick way to select every category?
Yes. You can tap Select All at the top left corner of the category list page.
Can I remove all selected categories at once?
Yes. Tap Deselect All to clear all current category selections.
Do I need to tap Save twice when filtering by category?
Yes. First, tap Save at the bottom of the Category list page, then tap Save again on the main Filter page to apply the changes.
What happens if I don’t tap Save after choosing categories?
If you do not tap Save, your filter changes will not be applied and the chat list will remain unchanged.
What will I see after applying a category filter?
Your Chats screen will refresh and display only conversations related to books within the selected categories.
Does filtering by category create new chats?
No. It only refines the display of existing conversations based on the categories of the associated books.
Can I combine the Category filter with other filters?
Yes. You can combine Category with search, distance, or other available filters to narrow down results more precisely.
Will category filtering work for both Active and History chats?
Category filtering applies to the chats displayed in your current view, depending on whether you are in Active or another tab.
Why should I use category filters in Chats?
Category filters help you focus on specific genres and manage multiple swap discussions more efficiently when handling different types of books.