Global search input field does not get focus automatically on smaller screens #5331

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opened 2026-02-20 16:59:43 -05:00 by deekerman · 0 comments

deekerman commented

2026-02-20 16:59:43 -05:00

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Originally created by @SinergiaCRM on GitHub (Jun 23, 2025).

Issue

On screens with a width less than 1560px, the global search is represented by a magnifying glass icon. When clicking on the icon, the input field for the search is enabled. However, the user must click additionally on the input to start typing the search parameters.

Possible Fix

It is suggested that, once the global search is activated, the focus is automatically assigned to the search input field, eliminating the need for an additional click and improving the user experience.

Steps to Reproduce the Issue

1. Access SuiteCRM on a screen with a width less than 1560px.
2. Click on the magnifying glass icon to enable the global search.
3. Observe that the input field is enabled but does not automatically receive focus.
4. An additional click is required on the input field to start typing.

Context

This issue affects user experience on smaller screens, requiring an extra step to perform a global search. Automating the focus on the input field would streamline the search process.

Version

7.14.6

What browser are you currently using?

Chrome

Browser Version

Versión 131.0.6778.139 (Build oficial) (64 bits)

Environment Information

7.4

Operating System and Version

Kubuntu 22.04.4 LTS

Originally created by @SinergiaCRM on GitHub (Jun 23, 2025). ### Issue On screens with a width less than 1560px, the global search is represented by a magnifying glass icon. When clicking on the icon, the input field for the search is enabled. However, the user must click additionally on the input to start typing the search parameters. ### Possible Fix It is suggested that, once the global search is activated, the focus is automatically assigned to the search input field, eliminating the need for an additional click and improving the user experience. ### Steps to Reproduce the Issue ```bash 1. Access SuiteCRM on a screen with a width less than 1560px. 2. Click on the magnifying glass icon to enable the global search. 3. Observe that the input field is enabled but does not automatically receive focus. 4. An additional click is required on the input field to start typing. ``` ### Context This issue affects user experience on smaller screens, requiring an extra step to perform a global search. Automating the focus on the input field would streamline the search process. ### Version 7.14.6 ### What browser are you currently using? Chrome ### Browser Version Versión 131.0.6778.139 (Build oficial) (64 bits) ### Environment Information 7.4 ### Operating System and Version Kubuntu 22.04.4 LTS