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Free version: 3.0.8
Pro version: 8.0.0

I have some issues:
I need to use
.wpt_search_box {
overflow: hidden;
display: none;
}
for not show search box, As much as I tried to play with the options I was not able.

Another thing that I am not able to do is set the order of my products by date. Actually, for any of the options, Name (default) always ends up appearing. However, I have installed a previous version and it allows me to do it, but it gives me a warning that it is better to have the plugins updated)
In my case, as the tables I use are for a few products, I would like you to put the option to establish order manually in the future, I end up taking much longer to find the solution here than if you let me move and order as I like.

Thanks!