Example of the 'Live Filter' pattern

The user wishes to specify a search by different categories to narrow down results

Live filter within the desktop appliation iTunes.

Live filter within the desktop appliation iTunes.

Other example images for the 'Live Filter' pattern

Live filter within the desktop appliation iTunes. Live filter implemented at google suggest – with only one category: search string. At apple.com, search results are presented in a visually pleasing way in a drop-down as you type.
Live filter within the desktop appliation iTunes. Live filter implemented at google suggest – with only one category: search string. At apple.com, search results are presented in a visually pleasing way in a drop-down as you type.