How to Create a New Opensolr Index (and Look Like a Pro Doing It)

Creating a new Opensolr Index is easier than brewing your morning coffee (and just as satisfying, minus the caffeine jitters ☕).

You can do this the classic way—using the Opensolr Control Panel—or you can show off your automation chops with the Opensolr Automation REST API.

But let’s stick to the tried-and-true Control Panel way. Here’s your step-by-step path to Solr greatness (US-EAST, Solr 7 in this example):

1. Login to your Opensolr Account

   

2. Click on the Control Panel link
   (You'll find this in the top-right corner of your user menu.)

   

3. Inside your Control Panel Dashboard, click “Add New”
   (Look for it at the top of your Control Panel menu options.)

   

4. Choose your desired region, Solr version, and country
   (Use the filters on the regions list to pick the perfect spot for your index.)

   

5. Click on your desired region
   (Or use “Request Env.” if you want something custom.)

   

6. Name your index
   (Or leave the auto-generated unique ID—mystery is always fun. Click Add Index!)

   

7. Click your index name to access your Index Control Panel

   

8. Update the Solr Configuration Files
   (Either edit them live, or upload a new Solr Config Zip from Drupal, or your own.)

   

💡 Tips for Power Users

• Using the API? You’re basically Neo from the Matrix. Check the API docs for all the cool moves.
• Each region and version may have different features and performance profiles—pick what fits your use case best.
• Always remember: naming your index something funny will amuse your future self.

Welcome to the big leagues of Solr search! 🏆