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[[Image:Searchtrailer1.jpg|360px|thumb|right|Selecting '''Search Trailers''' from the Manage Data menu.]]The '''Trailer Search Page''' in [https://www.borderconnect.com BorderConnect eManifest software] is where the user can look up Trailer Profiles. It allows the user to verify which trailers are in the system and update or delete existing profiles. There are many search options available. By default the search will display all trailers. The Trailer Search Page can be accessed under the Manage Data menu by clicking on 'Search Trailers' or 'Show All Trailers'.</onlyinclude>
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;Create Trailer Button
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:Used to create a new Trailer Profile. Clicking on this button will bring the user to the [[Add Trailer Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Add Trailer Page]].
<h1>Trailer Search Page</h1>
<p>Locate, manage, and update trailer profiles for eManifest filings.</p>
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-search"></i> Type: Search Tool</span>
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-trailer"></i> System: General Data</span>
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;Export Trailers (CSV) Button
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:Used to export the current search results to a spreadsheet in CSV format.


== Search Section ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Trailer Search Page</strong> in [https://www.borderconnect.com BorderConnect eManifest software] allows users to quickly locate, review, update, and manage Trailer Profiles. Maintaining accurate trailer records ensures smoother ACE and ACI eManifest creation and reduces data entry errors.</p>


This section of the page allows the user to search for trailers using a number of different search options. By default it will display all trailers. By altering the search options though the user can search for specific trailers by whatever criteria is desired. A common use would be to simply search for an individual trailer by trailer number or license plate.
<p>By default, all trailers are displayed when the page loads, making it easy to browse your entire fleet.</p>


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[[Image:Searchtrailer1.jpg|800px|thumb|center|Selecting Search Trailers from the Manage Data menu]]


;Search Button
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:Used to search for trailers. Once the desired search options have been entered, clicking on this button will search for matching results and display them in the Results Section below.
<strong>How to Access:</strong><br>
;Reset Button
* Open the <strong>Manage Data</strong> menu and select <strong>Search Trailers</strong>.
:Used to reset the search options to the default setting. Clicking on this button will clear all search fields and display all trailers in the Results Section below.
* Select <strong>Show All Trailers</strong> to immediately view every trailer in the system.
;Clear Button
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:Used to clear all search options. Clicking on this button will set all search options to blank so the user can enter new search options instead.


== Results Section ==
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This section of the page displays the search results generated by the search options in the Search Section. Each trailer matching the search will be listed with the links 'View', 'Edit' and 'Delete'. If more than one page of results is displayed, the arrow icons can be used to view the other pages.
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Page Actions</h2>


;View
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:Used to view the information in the Trailer Profile. Clicking on this link will bring the user to the [[Trailer Details Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Trailer Details Page]].
<p>Located at the top of the page, these buttons allow you to add new data or export current records.</p>
;Edit
 
:Used to update the information in the Trailer Profile. Clicking on this link will bring the user to the Edit Trailer Page.
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;Delete
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:Used to remove a Trailer Profile from the system.
<th style="width: 30%;">Button</th>
<th>Purpose</th>
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<td><strong>Create Trailer</strong></td>
<td>Opens the [[Add Trailer Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Add Trailer Page]] to create a new Trailer Profile from scratch.</td>
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<td><strong>Export Trailers (CSV)</strong></td>
<td>Downloads the current search results into a spreadsheet file for external reporting or auditing.</td>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Search Controls</h2>
 
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[[File:Searchtrailer2.png|800px|thumb|center|Filtering trailer records]]
<p>The Search Section lets you filter trailer records using multiple criteria. This is especially useful for large fleets where browsing the full list is inefficient.</p>
 
<p><strong>Common Search Filters:</strong></p>
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* <strong>Trailer Number:</strong> Search by unit number.
* <strong>License Plate:</strong> Locate a trailer by its plate number.
* <strong>Type/Terminal:</strong> Filter by specific trailer types (e.g., Reefer) or assigned terminals.
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<h3>Search Buttons</h3>
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<th style="width: 25%;">Button</th>
<th>Function</th>
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<td><strong>Search</strong></td>
<td>Refreshes the list to display only trailers matching your criteria.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Reset</strong></td>
<td>Clears all fields and reloads the default view (all trailers).</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Clear</strong></td>
<td>Empties all search boxes without running a search, allowing you to type new criteria.</td>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Results & Management</h2>
 
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<p>The Results Section displays all trailers that match your search filters. Each row represents a Trailer Profile and includes quick action links.</p>
 
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<th style="width: 25%;">Action</th>
<th>Description</th>
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<td><strong>View</strong></td>
<td>Opens the [[Trailer Details Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Trailer Details Page]] to review full information, including license plates and comments.</td>
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<td><strong>Edit</strong></td>
<td>Opens the Edit Trailer Page to update data such as license plates or trailer type.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Delete</strong></td>
<td>Permanently removes the trailer from BorderConnect.</td>
</tr>
</table>
 
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<strong>Navigation Tip:</strong> If more than one page of results appears, use the arrow icons at the bottom of the list to move between pages.
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<h3>Best Practices</h3>
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* <strong>Consistency:</strong> Use consistent trailer numbering across your fleet to make searching easier.
* <strong>Maintenance:</strong> Keep license plate details current to avoid manifest errors at the border.
* <strong>Cleanup:</strong> Periodically review and delete inactive or outdated trailers to keep your database clean.
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[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]
[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]

Latest revision as of 13:33, 20 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide

Trailer Search Page

Locate, manage, and update trailer profiles for eManifest filings.

Type: Search Tool System: General Data

Overview

The Trailer Search Page in BorderConnect eManifest software allows users to quickly locate, review, update, and manage Trailer Profiles. Maintaining accurate trailer records ensures smoother ACE and ACI eManifest creation and reduces data entry errors.

By default, all trailers are displayed when the page loads, making it easy to browse your entire fleet.

Selecting Search Trailers from the Manage Data menu

How to Access:

  • Open the Manage Data menu and select Search Trailers.
  • Select Show All Trailers to immediately view every trailer in the system.

Page Actions

Located at the top of the page, these buttons allow you to add new data or export current records.

Button Purpose
Create Trailer Opens the Add Trailer Page to create a new Trailer Profile from scratch.
Export Trailers (CSV) Downloads the current search results into a spreadsheet file for external reporting or auditing.

Search Controls

Filtering trailer records

The Search Section lets you filter trailer records using multiple criteria. This is especially useful for large fleets where browsing the full list is inefficient.

Common Search Filters:

  • Trailer Number: Search by unit number.
  • License Plate: Locate a trailer by its plate number.
  • Type/Terminal: Filter by specific trailer types (e.g., Reefer) or assigned terminals.

Search Buttons

Button Function
Search Refreshes the list to display only trailers matching your criteria.
Reset Clears all fields and reloads the default view (all trailers).
Clear Empties all search boxes without running a search, allowing you to type new criteria.

Results & Management

The Results Section displays all trailers that match your search filters. Each row represents a Trailer Profile and includes quick action links.

Action Description
View Opens the Trailer Details Page to review full information, including license plates and comments.
Edit Opens the Edit Trailer Page to update data such as license plates or trailer type.
Delete Permanently removes the trailer from BorderConnect.

Navigation Tip: If more than one page of results appears, use the arrow icons at the bottom of the list to move between pages.

Best Practices

  • Consistency: Use consistent trailer numbering across your fleet to make searching easier.
  • Maintenance: Keep license plate details current to avoid manifest errors at the border.
  • Cleanup: Periodically review and delete inactive or outdated trailers to keep your database clean.
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