I can't be speak to how others are using the Search bar, so this is from
the perspective of a cataloger.
Personally, the only time having the text remain in the search box has
helped me is when I have not selected the correct search criteria. For
example, when the Search Type was set to Author
Further it would be wonderful if any text that has carried over from a
search could be highlighted (Shift/End) That way I can just start
typing again.
I'm not sure about this one. It's helpful when users are using the quick
search bar to launch a new search, but it could be frustrating for