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Autocomplete, InstantSearch, and Recommend in the Algolia app blocks now support version 5 of the Algolia API client. Most stores only need to switch the search client version setting to Version 5. If you use custom storefront JavaScript, follow the version 5 upgrade guide. Support for version 4 ends on August 14, 2026.
When integrating Algolia into your store front, you can choose between these approaches:
  1. Use the widgets provided by the Algolia AI Search & Discovery app.
  2. Handle the implementation yourself, using Algolia’s InstantSearch libraries.
Depending on your needs, one method might be more convenient than the other.

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Provided widgets

Algolia AI Search & Discovery comes with one-click install widgets:
  • Autocomplete widget: an Algolia real-time search box and menu which replaces Shopify’s default search box.
  • InstantSearch Page: an Algolia powered search results page, which comes pre-configured with features such as filtering and sorting.
You can enable both widgets on the Search options tab.

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InstantSearch libraries

Setting up a custom Algolia InstantSearch integration requires coding. A personalized implementation may yield a more customized search UI, but takes more time. For more information, see:
Last modified on July 31, 2026