exa-search

Perform semantic and keyword web searches via the Exa API.

Updated Feb 15, 2026

Search Tags:#research #semantic search #information retrieval #search #web scraping #exa

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/akghosh111/scyra --skill exa-search-akghosh111

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-search
Source: https://github.com/akghosh111/scyra/tree/main/.cursor/skills/exa-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/akghosh111/scyra --skill exa-search-akghosh111

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines research by enabling semantic search, finding similar content, and extracting direct answers or structured research outputs from the web.

Core Features & Use Cases

Semantic Search: Find information based on meaning, not just keywords.
Similar Content Discovery: Locate pages similar to a given URL.
Structured Research: Generate research summaries and answers based on specific schemas.
Use Case: When researching the latest advancements in AI, use this skill to find relevant papers, summarize key findings, and identify similar research articles.

Quick Start

Use exa-search to find the latest research papers on LLMs.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-search

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

FAQPage Schema

How does semantic web search differ from keyword-based search?▼

Semantic search retrieves information based on meaning rather than exact keyword matches, enabling you to find relevant research papers and news articles even when using different terminology. It understands contextual intent to deliver more accurate results.

How do I find web pages with content similar to a specific URL?▼

You provide a specific URL to the search assistant, which then locates and retrieves pages with matching semantic meaning. This similar content discovery helps expand research on a given topic by finding related sources.

Can I generate structured research summaries using web search?▼

Yes, you can generate structured research summaries by applying output schemas to format retrieved web content. This allows the search assistant to extract direct answers and summarize key findings based on specific schema definitions.

What categories of information can I retrieve using semantic search?▼

You can retrieve information across categories like research papers, news, and GitHub repositories. The semantic search integrates with advanced APIs to pull structured content and direct answers from these varied web sources.

Do I need an API key to perform semantic web searches?▼

Yes, integrating with the Exa API for advanced search capabilities requires an API key. This connection enables semantic search, similar content discovery, and direct question answering across the web.