Google Search time filters appear broken worldwide
Google Search's time-based filtering tools are currently malfunctioning, returning results from random dates instead of the selected timeframe. Users are advised to use search operators like 'after:' and 'before:' as a temporary workaround.
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As a primary tool for information retrieval, the failure of search filters impacts the ability of researchers and the general public to access timely, relevant news.
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0 • Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Follow us on Google Discover Add us as preferred source TL;DR Google Search’s time filters appear to be broken, showing results from random dates instead of the selected timeframe. The issue seems to affect multiple accounts, devices, and searches worldwide, suggesting it may be a bug. Until Google fixes it, using the after/before:YYYY-MM-DD search operator remains the only workaround.
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