There are two fundamental ways that marketplace sites are typically used: Search and Browse.
Search
Searching is straightforward and intuitive. We index each listing based on all the available information, allowing users to find what they need as quickly as possible.
With the addition of our “search alerts” feature, it’s now incredibly easy not only to find exactly what you’re looking for in the moment but also to set up email notifications for when the item you’re seeking gets added to the app. We highly recommend trying this feature—it’s one of the key elements that makes Infinite Armory the best tool for hunting down that rare part you need for your build.
As part of this week’s update, we’ve made searching even better. The search bar is now sticky in the header, making it more accessible, and it features a much cleaner design. The button for setting up search alerts now appears directly inside the search bar after you’ve performed a search.
Browse
Browsing is a bit more complex. To provide a truly great browsing experience, we’ll be adding many more features over time. We’re excited to share what’s in store, but today, we’re introducing the first step: Auto Bump.
Listings will now be automatically bumped to the top of the feed every 72 hours. We’ll likely move this to once a week as the app gains more users, and eventually, we might update it to something closer to two weeks or a month. For now, this ensures that visitors to the site are presented with fresh listings rather than old, stale ones. This also increases the visibility of your listings as a vendor, giving them a better chance of being seen by more people.
Our plan is to eventually provide more control over this feature, but establishing a solid foundation for it was crucial before we launch.
Listing View Updates
We’ve completely redesigned the individual listing page, focusing on simplicity. It’s now much more user-friendly on both desktop and mobile, making it easier for buyers to quickly understand what they’re viewing and take action if they want to make an offer.
