Boolean Advanced: From, Mention, & Social Type
In the course Creating Searches with Boolean: Advanced you learned how to distinguish posts published by an account from posts mentioning it, and how to apply different rules across social platforms. Here is a safe place where you can practice your new knowledge. You can also practice in Explore and test your search to see if you are getting the results you expected.
How it works:
- Pick at least one scenario listed below and create a mock search.
- Add your search as a reply below. No cheating!
- Once you post your search, review what other learners have added to see how it compares.
- We will PM you the answer key
Let’s Practice
✨ Updated September 2026: The practice scenarios have been refreshed with new examples. Happy query crafting!
Let’s practice using the operators:
- to:
- mention:
- from:
Scenario 1: Find account mentions ☕
Find social posts that mention @Starbucks that also contain the phrase Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Scenario 2: Track selected accounts on X 🎮
Find X posts published by at least one of these Nintendo accounts: @Nintendo, @NintendoAmerica, or @NintendoEurope. The posts should also mention either Zelda or Ocarina of Time.
Scenario 3: Match handles to platforms 🍩
For this exercise, use these Dunkin’ Donuts handles:
- Instagram: @dunkin
- Twitter/X: @dunkindonuts
Build one query that finds posts published by either account on its specified platform.