Searching by book category helps you narrow down the Feed and discover books that match your interests. If you want to swap books nearby or focus on a specific genre, using category filters allows you to refine results efficiently.
How to Access Category Filters
To search by book category, you need to open the Filter page from the Feed.
- Open the Feed
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.
- You can select one or multiple categories depending on your preference.
Multi-selection is supported, allowing you to filter results more precisely when looking to exchange books nearby.
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 quickly manage your category preferences without tapping each item individually.
Save Category Selection
After choosing your preferred categories:
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Tap the Save button at the bottom of the Category list page. This action will return you to the main Filter page.
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On the Filter page, tap Save at the top right corner.
⚠️ If you do NOT tap Save, your filter changes will NOT be applied.
This final step applies your changes and refreshes the Feed results accordingly. The updated Feed will now display books that match your selected categories, helping you discover more relevant book swap and book exchange opportunities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search for books by category in Pasaj?
Open the Feed, tap the Filter icon at the top right, locate the Category section, select your preferred categories, tap Save on the Category page, then tap Save again on the Filter page to apply the changes.
Where can I find the category filter in the app?
The category filter is available inside the Filter page, which you can access from the Feed by tapping the Filter icon.
What is the default category selection in the Filter page?
By default, the Category section is set to All, meaning no specific category filtering is applied.
Can I select more than one book category at the same time?
Yes. Multi-selection is supported, allowing you to choose one or multiple categories to refine your results.
How do I select multiple categories for better results?
Tap All under the Category section, choose the categories you want from the list, tap Save at the bottom of the Category page, and then tap Save again on the Filter page.
What happens if I forget to tap Save after selecting categories?
If you do not tap Save on both the Category page and the main Filter page, your filter changes will not be applied.
Why are my category filters not working?
Ensure you tapped Save at the bottom of the Category list page and then tapped Save again at the top right corner of the Filter page.
How do I remove all selected categories at once?
On the category list page, tap Deselect All to remove all current selections.
How do I quickly select every available category?
Tap Select All at the top left corner of the category list page to select every available category at once.
Will the Feed refresh automatically after I apply category filters?
Yes. After tapping Save on the Filter page, the Feed refreshes and displays books that match your selected categories.
Can I combine category filters with other filters?
Yes. You can combine category filters with keyword search, distance, or other available filtering options.
Why would I use category filtering instead of browsing normally?
Category filtering helps you narrow down listings to specific genres, making it easier to find relevant book swap or book exchange opportunities.
Can I filter by category to focus on a specific genre?
Yes. Selecting one or more categories allows you to focus on the genres that match your interests.
Does selecting multiple categories limit my results?
Yes. When you select specific categories, the Feed displays only books that match your chosen categories.
Can I change my category selection at any time?
Yes. You can return to the Filter page at any time to modify, add, or remove category selections.
What if I want to start over with category filtering?
You can use Deselect All to clear your current selections, then choose new categories and tap Save to apply the updated filter.