> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.apryse.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.apryse.com/web/get-started/guides/features/search/samples.md).

# Code samples for searching PDF text or images using JavaScript

Search PDF files for text using regular expressions with TextSearch. Replace text and images in existing PDFs with ContentReplacer. Learn how to enhance your PDF search capabilities. The Apryse Web SD

{% hint style="info" %}
[Full API](/web/what-is-webviewer/full-api.md) is mainly used for PDF processing situations that are not featured using the Standard API. The preferred recommendation is to use the Standard API to address your situation when possible. Standard API is easy to use, loaded by default, and performs best for most situations.
{% endhint %}

[Search PDF files for text](/web/get-started/samples.md#textsearch) This sample shows how to use TextSearch to search text on PDF pages using regular expressions.

[Search & Replace PDF text or images](/web/get-started/samples.md#contentreplacer) This sample which shows how to use pdftron.PDF.ContentReplacer to search and replace text strings and images in existing PDF (e.g. business cards and other PDF templates).


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# Agent Instructions
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## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter:

```
GET https://docs.apryse.com/web/get-started/guides/features/search/samples.md?ask=<question>&goal=<endgoal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.