# Search & Archive
URL: https://usememos.com/docs/usage/search-archive

## Search [#search]

Use search to narrow memos by:

* content text
* tags
* visibility
* time range
* richer saved filters and shortcuts

Search works best when you keep memo titles, headings, and tags consistent.

## Archive [#archive]

Archived memos are kept but hidden from the main timeline. Use archiving when a memo is still worth keeping but no longer belongs in active daily views.

Typical archive workflow:

* archive finished projects or stale references
* restore a memo when it becomes relevant again
* combine archive review with search when looking for older material

## Public sharing and discovery [#public-sharing-and-discovery]

Search and visibility work together. Public memos are discoverable more broadly than private ones, so review content carefully before publishing and use `PRIVATE` or `PROTECTED` when the memo is not meant for open access.