why can't I search on the search bar?? does this mean I violated something??

I think my experience with the search engine here is even less than yours. I have used it only about five times since i started. It is though interesting that you bring this up because now, i will probably use it even less.

Hi.. thanks for bring this up. I just join in today and have no idea that the search bar can't be used too many times. And I also didn't know that we can get points in using the search bar, I haven't read the guidelines completely. I guess the mylot's administrator is a very active one. Good day.

Hello. What do you mean you can not search? Can you see the pop up box that you stating a suspicious activity has been detected in your account? If so, meaning you have reached the maximum search for a particular period of time. So give it sometime first before using the search tool again. This usually happens when you are searching words or phrases over and over again in a very frequent time intervals. I'd suggest stop using the search engine for at least 30 minutes, after that you'll soon be able to use it again. Have a great day.