How to Search for Specific Words in Pages Difficulty - Easy Step 1 - Open the "Extras" Menu Select the three dots in the top left corner of your screen. Step 2 - Select "Find" In the "Extras" menu, select the option titled "Find". Step 3 - Find! Type in the word or characters you would like to search for. The matching items will be highlighted. This feature is AWESOME for finding repeated, boring, or unnecessary words.