Opera relies on Google by default. Still, it’s easy to select another search provider or add a new one. Opera’s unique keyword system lets you use a custom search engine for a query without changing the default search engine.
How to Change Opera’s Default Search Engine
If you’d rather default to another of Opera’s available search engines, it’s easy to make the switch.
Use Custom Search Engines in Opera With Keywords
A keyword is a letter or short word that serves as a search engine’s nickname. If you’d like to use another search engine for a specific search, here’s how to access it with its keyword.
How to Add a New Search Engine to Opera in Settings
If you want to use a search engine that Opera doesn’t offer, it’s easy to add it to your options. In this example, we’ll add the Spanish-language version of Wikipedia. After you add a new search engine, use its keyword for custom searches.
How to Use the New Search Engine
To use the newly added search engine via its keyword:
