How to Search Claude Conversations
Quick Answer: Claude's search only finds chat names. NavVault adds full-text search inside
your conversations. Install the extension, open the side panel, and search for any prompt or response
instantly.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Install NavVault
Install from Chrome Web Store or Edge Add-ons.
- 2
Open Claude
Navigate to claude.ai. NavVault activates automatically.
- 3
Open the NavVault Side Panel
Click the NavVault icon in your toolbar.
- 4
Use the Search Bar
Type your query. Results appear as you type.
- 5
Click to Jump
Click any result to jump directly to that message.
What You Get
- Full-text search inside all conversations
- Instant results as you type
- Jump directly to any message
- Search Claude artifacts and code blocks too
- All indexing happens locally — private by design
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Claude have built-in search?
Claude has basic search for chat names, but NavVault adds full-text search
inside conversations.
Can I search across all my conversations?
Yes, NavVault indexes your conversation history and searches across all
chats.
How far back does search go?
Find works on the current open conversation. No history limit.
Is my search data stored on your servers?
No. All indexing happens locally in your browser.
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