An example of a plain language search is?

How do I get a passport?

Explanation: If you were trying to get more information on how to obtain a passport, you might type one of the following phrases into the search bar of your favorite search engine:

* How do I get a passport?

* Passport renewal

* Where are passports issued?

These are all examples of a plain language search—a simple word, phrase, or question. It's the most common way to search any website or search engine.

Note: You may not be able to use a plain language search when using a database or an online library, because databases generally aren't programmed to understand plain language searches... PF