Semantic search enables computers to understand the intent behind a user's query, delivering accurate and semantically relevant results. Encord Active uses OpenAI's CLIP (Contrastive Language–Image Pre-Training) under the hood for semantic search, allowing for more nuanced and contextually relevant image retrieval than traditional search techniques. By using natural language queries, users can explore their datasets intuitively and efficiently. Encord Index integrates with Encord Annotate, providing a seamless workflow from curation to annotation, enabling teams to work together efficiently and customize labeling tools to fit specific project needs. Semantic search bridges the gap between complex language and image databases, interpreting queries as expressions of concepts and intentions, making it an essential tool for building AI applications in various fields such as healthcare and autonomous vehicle development.