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context7

Fetch current library documentation and API references via the Context7 REST API.

1|1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#api#library#reference#docs#lookup
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tan-yong-sheng/GrowChat --skill context7-tan-yong-sheng
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: context7
Source: https://github.com/tan-yong-sheng/GrowChat/tree/main/.claude/skills/context7
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tan-yong-sheng/GrowChat --skill context7-tan-yong-sheng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires curl, jq, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Provide up-to-date library documentation and API references on demand, saving time searching multiple sources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time documentation lookup for libraries and frameworks via the Context7 REST API.
  • Topic-focused fetch with code or info modes to suit API references or conceptual guides.
  • Quick access for common ecosystems like React, Next.js, Django, Laravel, and Vue with authoritative sources.

Quick Start

Run the context7.sh docs command to fetch documentation for a library.

Frequently Asked Questions about context7

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch current library documentation and API references on demand?▼

The Skill retrieves up-to-date library documentation via the Context7 REST API, allowing you to quickly access API references and framework patterns without searching multiple external sources manually.

Can I filter framework documentation by specific topics or modes?▼

Yes, you can perform topic-focused fetches using code or info modes, allowing you to switch between retrieving API references and conceptual guides for frameworks like React, Next.js, Django, Laravel, and Vue.

Do I need curl and jq installed to lookup API documentation?▼

Yes, you need both curl and jq installed in your environment, as these dependencies are required by the included scripts to execute the REST-based search and parse the returned library documentation data.

What is the best way to access authoritative framework patterns for multiple ecosystems?▼

The best way to access authoritative framework patterns is using this Skill's REST-based search functionality, which provides quick access to documentation across common ecosystems like React, Next.js, Django, Laravel, and Vue.

Are there limitations to fetching docs for libraries not listed in common ecosystems?▼

The metadata does not explicitly limit fetching to specific ecosystems, but it highlights quick access for React, Next.js, Django, Laravel, and Vue, suggesting other libraries rely on general Context7 REST API availability.

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