claw-search

Search the web privately in OpenClaw via a self-hosted SearXNG instance.

28|12|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/binglius/claw-search --skill claw-search
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: claw-search
Source: https://github.com/binglius/claw-search/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/binglius/claw-search --skill claw-search

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive and private web search experience within the OpenClaw platform, eliminating the need for third-party search engines and ensuring all search activities remain confidential.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • General Search: Perform web searches across multiple search engines.
  • News Search: Access time-filtered news articles from various sources.
  • Image Search: Find images with metadata.
  • Video Search: Search for videos from YouTube, Vimeo, and more.
  • Repository Search: Find code repositories on GitHub and GitLab.
  • Quick Answer: Get direct answers to factual questions.
  • Chinese Content Support: Access Chinese search engines and content for better language coverage.

Quick Start

Use the 'search' tool to search for information. For example, 'search for Python tutorials' will return relevant web results.

Frequently Asked Questions about claw-search

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a private web search for my application without third-party tracking?

Private web search is achieved by self-hosting a SearXNG instance and querying its JSON API, which aggregates results across multiple search engines while keeping all search activities confidential. This Skill provides that integration for OpenClaw.

Can I search for code repositories on GitHub and GitLab using a self-hosted search engine?

Yes, repository search functionality queries code repositories on GitHub and GitLab. By utilizing SearXNG's meta-search capabilities, you can find code repositories directly through the private search service without external tracking.

Does SearXNG support searching for Chinese content and news articles?

SearXNG supports Chinese content search by accessing Chinese search engines for better language coverage. You can also perform time-filtered news searches to access articles from various sources within your private instance.

How do I get direct factual answers instead of web links using a meta-search engine?

You can use the quick answer feature to get direct answers to factual questions. This functionality sits on top of SearXNG's meta-search capabilities, parsing aggregated results to extract concise information.

What media types can I search for with SearXNG besides general web results?

SearXNG supports searching for images with metadata and videos from platforms like YouTube and Vimeo. These specific media searches are executed alongside general web searches through the JSON API.

Do I need to configure anything before using SearXNG for private search?

Yes, you need a running SearXNG instance and its configuration before use. This Skill requires connecting to your self-hosted SearXNG deployment to execute web searches, news queries, and repository lookups.