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I have a custom table that I would like to include in the search functionality, in addition to the search of the posts table. Is there a hook that should be used for this purpose or do I have to change the existing code? If the latter, which file would need to be modified?
http://N/AWhat you are asking to do is quite complex, because you are working outside of the WordPress framework. The WordPress search is designed to work against the primary content tables wp_posts and wp_postmeta, as well as some subsidiary taxonomy tables. Even custom post types such as WooCommerce products are stored in wp_posts.
Searching against custom tables requires a custom solution. There may be a plugin or two out there that can provide the functionality. When I've been asked to do this for clients, I've had to write my own routines for them. Depending on your requirements and programming skills, you can probably do this yourself. If you have to hire a developer, make sure you get a senior-level developer and know in advance that it could get expensive.
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