Qik Seek: My Modern, Fast, and Interactive Search Engine

Source: Dev.to

Overview

I recently built Qik Seek, a modern search engine designed to be fast, visually appealing, and easy to use. The goal was to create a clean interface with interactive features that make searching the web and images enjoyable.

Theme System

• Users can toggle between dark and light modes seamlessly.
• In light mode, the background features a beautiful image of the Earth.
• Dark mode provides a sleek, minimal vibe.

Custom Cursor

A custom cursor with trailing effects adds a subtle, dynamic feel when navigating the page. Small touches like this enhance the user experience without being overwhelming.

Search Functionality

• The search bar uses Google Custom Search Engine (CSE).
• It adapts to the selected theme, ensuring consistent visuals in both dark and light modes.
• Users can directly open URLs by typing them into the search box.

Deployment & SEO

• Hosted on Netlify, which offers fast, easy deployment for static sites.
• Added proper SEO metadata, schema.org markup, and OpenGraph tags to improve indexing and shareability.

Conclusion

Building Qik Seek taught me a lot about front‑end development, dynamic theming, and enhancing user experience with small interactive touches. It’s a simple project, but rewarding to see users enjoy it.

Try It Out

You can try Qik Seek here: qikseek.netlify.app