Pasaj allows you to filter the Feed based on multiple criteria. Instead of browsing random listings, you can narrow down the results and focus only on the books that match your interests.
Filtering helps you find books nearby, discover relevant listings faster, and make your book swap or book exchange experience more efficient.
Why Use Filters?
The Feed shows books shared by other users around you. While browsing can help you explore new titles, filters are useful when:
- You are looking for a specific book or author
- You want to swap books nearby within a certain distance
- You prefer a specific book category
- You only want to see books listed by Prime members
By applying filters, the results update instantly and only display books that match your selected criteria.
How to Access Filters
- Go to the Feed
page. - Tap the Filter
icon located at the top right corner of the screen. - The Filter page will open with all available filtering options.
You can apply one or multiple filters at the same time.
Available Filter Options
Pasaj currently supports the following filtering options:
Keywords (Book Title or Author)
You can enter a keyword to search by book title or author name. This is useful when you already know what you are looking for.
For detailed instructions, visit:
Maximum Distance
You can limit results based on how far the books are from your current location. This makes it easier to exchange books nearby without traveling too far.
For more details, see:
Category
You can filter books by one or more categories. This helps you focus on genres that interest you the most.
For detailed steps, visit:
Membership Type (Prime Only)
You can choose to see books listed by Prime members only. This is useful if you prefer to exchange books with verified or active members.
For more information, visit:
Combining Multiple Filters
You are not limited to a single filter. For example, you can:
- Search by a specific author
- Select a maximum distance
- Choose a category
- Enable Prime Only
Pasaj will display results that match all selected criteria.
If you want to remove applied filters and start over, please visit:
Using filters effectively will help you swap books nearby, exchange books nearby, and quickly find books nearby that match your preferences.
What to Read Next
In the following articles, you can explore each filter option in detail and learn how to use them step-by-step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Filter feature in the Pasaj Feed?
The Filter feature allows you to narrow down Feed results using specific criteria such as keywords, maximum distance, category, and membership type so you can quickly find relevant book swap opportunities nearby.
Why should I use filters instead of just browsing the Feed?
Filters help you avoid random listings and focus only on books that match your interests, such as a specific author, category, distance range, or Prime membership preference.
How do I open the Filter page in Pasaj?
Go to the Feed page and tap the Filter icon located at the top right corner of the screen. This will open the Filter page with all available filtering options.
Can I apply more than one filter at the same time?
Yes. You can apply one or multiple filters simultaneously, and Pasaj will display results that match all selected criteria.
How do keyword filters work in the Feed?
You can enter a keyword to search by book title or author name. This is useful when you already know the specific book or author you want to find.
Can I search for a specific book title in the Feed?
Yes. Use the Keywords filter to search by book title and narrow results to listings that match your query.
Can I search for books by a specific author?
Yes. Enter the author’s name in the Keywords field to filter listings by author.
How do I filter books by distance from my location?
Use the Maximum Distance filter to limit results based on how far books are from your current location, making it easier to exchange books nearby.
Why would I use the maximum distance filter?
The maximum distance filter helps you avoid traveling too far by showing only listings within your selected range.
Can I filter books by category?
Yes. You can select one or more categories to focus on genres that interest you most.
What happens when I select multiple categories?
Pasaj will display listings that match the categories you selected, helping you refine your browsing experience.
What does the Prime Only filter do?
The Membership Type filter allows you to see books listed by Prime members only.
Why would I want to see books from Prime members only?
This option is useful if you prefer to exchange books with verified or active members.
Can I combine keyword, distance, category, and Prime filters together?
Yes. For example, you can search by a specific author, set a maximum distance, choose a category, and enable Prime Only at the same time. Results will match all selected filters.
Do filtered results update automatically?
Yes. When you apply filters, the results update instantly to display only books that match your selected criteria.
How do I reset all filters and start over?
To remove all applied filters, use the Reset All Filters option available in the Filter section.
How do I remove just one applied filter?
You can remove a specific filter using the Remove Filter option without resetting all other selected criteria.
Can filters help me find books nearby faster?
Yes. Filters refine the Feed so you can quickly find books nearby that match your specific preferences for book swap or book exchange.
Will filters affect all Feed results?
Yes. Once applied, filters limit the Feed to display only listings that meet your selected criteria.
What should I read next to learn more about each filter?
You can explore detailed step-by-step guides for each filter option, including searching by book title, author, category, distance range, and Prime members only, in the related support articles.