exa-search

Search the web via Exa API and extract highlights, full text, or summaries.

Updated Jun 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/czh-ee-2023/zotero-aris --skill exa-search-czh-ee-2023
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-search
Source: https://github.com/czh-ee-2023/zotero-aris/tree/main/.claude/skills/exa-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/czh-ee-2023/zotero-aris --skill exa-search-czh-ee-2023

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Skill provides a solution for when users need to conduct broad web searches and require content extraction for better context and utility.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AI-Powered Web Search: Allows for searching the web for a wide range of content including blogs, documents, news, and research papers.
  • Content Extraction: Provides extracts such as highlights, full text, or summaries along with the search results.
  • Use Case: When you need to find and quickly understand information about a broad topic without being limited to academic databases.

Quick Start

To use the exa-search skill, simply provide a search query. For example: "exa search 'latest advancements in AI'"

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract full text and summaries from web search results?

Web search results can deliver rich content extraction, including highlights, full text, and summaries. This AI-driven approach provides quick, actionable online information directly alongside your broad search queries.

What is the best way to search for diverse online content like blogs and news?

Broad web search using the Exa API allows you to find diverse content like blogs, documents, news, and research papers. It emphasizes broad discovery rather than being limited to academic or niche databases.

Can I get content highlights without reading entire web pages?

You can retrieve content highlights and summaries directly through AI-driven web search. This provides quick context and utility from web pages without needing to manually read or parse the full text yourself.

Does AI web search work for general topics outside of academic databases?

AI web search is specifically aimed at users needing quick, diverse information about broad topics. It works effectively for general online content discovery without restricting queries to academic databases.

How do I perform a quick web search for actionable online information?

Provide a broad search query to perform an AI-driven web search. This returns actionable online information with rich content extracts, enabling you to quickly understand diverse topics.

When should I avoid using broad AI web search?

You should avoid broad AI web search when your needs are strictly limited to academic databases or highly specialized niche content. This approach is tailored for broad discovery and general online information gathering.