# QueryDial — Search Faster with Shortcuts

> Customizable search shortcuts for websites and !bang commands. (iPhone/iPad app by Yuhao Zhang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/querydial/id6478811925 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yuhao Zhang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688953567)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2024-03-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/querydial/id6478811925/reviews.md

## What is QueryDial?

With QueryDial, you can:
- Use “yt cats" to search for cute cat videos on YouTube
- Use "w Gravity" to easily find the content you want on Wikipedia
- Use “!x #trending" to view real-time trending topics on X
- or, assign shortcut for any websites you like!

*Getting started is easy*
1. Add your frequently used searchable websites (e.g., YouTube, Quora, Twitter, etc.) to QueryDial's search library.
2. Set up simple and easy-to-remember shortcuts (e.g., “yt” for YouTube, “w” for Wikipedia).
3. Enter your search terms directly in the Safari's search bar* or in the QueryDial toolbar window.
4. Include the shortcut in your search terms (e.g., “!yt funny cats") or as the first word in your search (e.g., “yt funny cats").

*Different ways to enter shortcuts*
- !Bang commands: Use commands like “!wiki grey fox” or “grey fox wiki!” to quickly open a search on the specified website. The syntax here is same as the !Bangs from DuckDuckGo.
- Keyword shortcuts: Add the shortcut before or after your search terms, separate them with a space, such as “yt cat videos” or “cat videos yt”.

*Site Search and Snapshot Services*
Save time entering "site:domain.com". Use QueryDial’s Safari popup to easily view the website snapshots or search the domain with site search services.

*Enhance your “Shortcuts” app*
QueryDial provides a number of useful shortcuts that you can use to customize your own workflows in the “Shortcuts” app. Try build your own workflow using shortcuts!

*To use QueryDial directly in the search bar, you need to enable shortcuts for the browser's default search engine in QueryDial's settings. QueryDial currently supports using shortcuts in the following search engines: Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, Yandex, Yahoo, Baidu, Naver, Ecosia, Brave Search, Startpage, Kagi, Qwant, Swisscows

## Key features

- Custom website shortcuts
- !Bang command syntax
- Safari search bar integration
- Toolbar window search
- Site search services
- Shortcuts app integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $1.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $3.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about QueryDial

### How does QueryDial work?

QueryDial allows you to create custom shortcuts for frequently visited websites. You can then use these shortcuts, such as "yt" for YouTube, directly in your browser's search bar or a dedicated toolbar to quickly initiate searches on those sites.

### Can I use QueryDial with any website?

Yes, you can add shortcuts for any searchable website you frequently use. The app supports adding shortcuts for popular platforms like YouTube, Wikipedia, and X, among others.

### What are !Bang commands in QueryDial?

!Bang commands in QueryDial mimic the functionality of DuckDuckGo's !Bangs. They allow you to quickly search specific sites by prefixing your search query with a special command, like "!wiki" for Wikipedia.

### Does QueryDial have ads?

No, QueryDial does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features or subscription plans.

### What devices does QueryDial support?

QueryDial is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro devices, offering a consistent experience across your Apple ecosystem.

### How often is QueryDial updated?

The app was last updated on March 25, 2025, with version 1.3.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting active development and maintenance.

### What are the subscription options for QueryDial?

QueryDial offers an Annual Subscription for $1.99 per year, which includes a 2-month free trial. This subscription likely unlocks premium features or removes limitations.

### Is QueryDial suitable for younger users?

QueryDial has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children, for basic search functionalities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2025-03-25

QueryDial 1.3.0 introduced bug fix and some UI improvements
- Search engines with same information will be merged automatically: no longer needs to worry about duplicate data present in your library (the merge will execute automatically when you open the main app)
- Support dark and tinted app icon in iOS 18
- You can now view websites’ actual icons: they replaced the existing ‘color square’ icons

### 1.2.5 — 2024-09-18

QueryDial 1.2.5 added Mojeek search engine and update Google Image Search‘s Query URL:
- Added Mojeek search engine to the Gallery; You can also enable shortcut redirection with Mojeek;
- Since Google updated its search URL params, the query URL used by Google Image Search from Gallery in previous versions of QueryDial isn’t working properly. Please remove it from your library and add it again from the Gallery.

### 1.2.4 — 2024-08-24

QueryDial 1.2.4 contains bug fixes and a new feature:
- You can now use the popup to pause shortcut redirection: press the “REDIRECT ENABLED” button in the popup to temporarily disable shortcut redirection.
- Fixed a bug that caused QueryDial to stop working when queries contained '%' or other special symbols.
- Fixed a bug that incorrectly removed the '+' in your query.

### 1.2.3 — 2024-06-19

QueryDial 1.2.3 contains bug fixes and stability improvements:
- QueryDial is now more stable when using shortcuts in Safari’s address bar.
- Fixed the bug that required users to press the enter key twice to submit a query when using input methods in the popup.
- Improved support for NAVER mobile search (m.search.naver).

### 1.2.2 — 2024-06-06

QueryDial 1.2.2 contains bug fix for fallbacks order syncing problem.

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