> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chemcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to search for a document

> Find documents in ChemCloud using global search or the Document Register

This guide shows you how to find documents in ChemCloud using the global search or the Document Register.

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## Option 1: Use global search

The fastest way to find a specific document:

1. Click the **search bar** at the top of any page
2. Type the document name, product name, or supplier name
3. Filter results to **Documents** if needed
4. Click on the document to view it

Global search looks across all your data, so you can search by any related information.

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## Option 2: Use the Document Register

For a complete view of all documents:

1. Navigate to **[Products > Document Register](https://app.chemcloud.com.au/buyer/documents/register)**
2. Use the filters to narrow down:
   * **Document Type** - SDS, COA, TDS, etc.
   * **Status** - Valid, Expired, Missing
   * **Product** - A specific raw material
   * **Supplier** - A specific supplier
3. Click on any row to view the document details

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## Finding missing documents

To see which required documents are missing:

1. Go to **Products > Document Register**
2. Click the **Missing** tab
3. This shows all documents that are required but not yet uploaded

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## Finding expired documents

To see which documents have expired:

1. Go to **Products > Document Register**
2. Click the **Expired** tab
3. This shows all documents past their expiry date that need renewal