# Smart search (https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/smart-search)

Smart search helps you fill common fields faster on supported templates. Lookups are available on paid plans where the template supports them.

Free users can still type details manually.

## Search types [#search-types]

| Lookup                                                           | What it does                                                                     |
| ---------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [**Address search**](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/smart-search/address-search) | Search Australian addresses and fill street, suburb, state, and postcode         |
| [**ABN lookup**](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/smart-search/abn-lookup)         | Search by business name or ABN and fill matched business details                 |
| [**Licence search**](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/smart-search/licence-search) | Search supported trade registers inside a form, or use Licence check under Tools |

Each lookup appears only on templates and fields that support it.

## Manual fallback [#manual-fallback]

You can complete and download supported forms without lookup. Type values into the manual fields when search is unavailable, gated by plan, or not returning the right match.

> **Note**
>
> Always check names, addresses, ABNs, licence numbers, and expiry dates before download. Search results are a starting point, not a substitute for your job requirements.

- **[Billing](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/account/billing)** - Paid plans include supported smart lookups and Licence check.