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exa-research

Search the web and retrieve content via the Exa API into structured JSON.

62|2|Updated Feb 21, 2017
Search Tags:#research#context#competitors#web-search#exa#summaries#domain-filter
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ahonn/dotfiles --skill exa-research-ahonn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-research
Source: https://github.com/ahonn/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/skills/exa-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ahonn/dotfiles --skill exa-research-ahonn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Web research is often fragmented across search engines and sources. Exa Research unifies discovery, retrieval, and contextual summarization through a single interface to streamline research workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web search with multiple modes (auto, fast, deep, neural) to tailor results to your needs.
  • Page content retrieval with summaries, highlights, and context for LLM-assisted analysis.
  • Similar links discovery to find related sources, competitors, or alternative viewpoints.
  • Use cases include literature reviews, market research, competitive intelligence, and quick briefing preparation.

Quick Start

Search for the latest AI policy papers and retrieve concise summaries for the top results.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform automated web research and retrieve article summaries?▼

Automated web research uses Exa AI scripts to search for articles, papers, and news, then retrieves structured JSON outputs containing concise text summaries for downstream analysis.

Can I filter web search results by specific domains and dates?▼

Yes, Exa AI web search supports domain filtering and date range options, allowing you to narrow down research results to specific sources and recent publication periods.

What is the best way to find competitor companies or similar web sources?▼

Finding similar web sources uses the Exa AI similar links discovery feature to identify related articles, competitors, or alternative viewpoints based on a target URL or topic query.

Do I need an API key to use Exa AI for content retrieval?▼

Yes, you need an active Exa API key and command-line dependencies like curl and jq to execute the provided research scripts and parse the returned JSON data.

What search modes are available for topic research and literature reviews?▼

Topic research supports multiple Exa AI search modes including auto, fast, deep, and neural, allowing you to tailor the discovery depth and retrieval speed for literature reviews.

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