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Matt Bargar
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1115
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Summary

Kibana's search experience is being enhanced with the introduction of Kuery, a new query language designed to address limitations of the existing query bar by providing features such as autocomplete, scripted field support, and improved user guidance. Unlike the previous method, where queries were passed directly to Elasticsearch with minimal processing, Kuery aims to make queries more intuitive and powerful by treating them as named functions, which simplifies syntax while allowing for future extensibility through custom query types. Additionally, Kuery seeks to unify and streamline the user interface by removing the separate filter bar and integrating interactive filter capabilities directly into the query bar, making it easier for users to construct and modify queries. This development not only makes the search experience more user-friendly but also sets the stage for future enhancements, inviting user feedback to shape the ongoing evolution of Kibana's query capabilities.