Let's say you're buying sandals for your cat (go with me, here).

Naturally, you type "cat sandals" into Google and hit "I'm feeling lucky." Do you end up with feline footwear or a list of Sandals Resorts hotels that cater to kitties?

OK, bad example. But you get the point. Smart Googling requires finesse, a keen eye, some Boolean tricks, and a bit of jena se qua we like to call Google-Fu.

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Train up your Google-Fu with these 20 tricks that will focus your searches with laser precision. If you can't find something on the web using these ninja skills, it probably doesn't exist.

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