exa-search

Performs deep web research and structured data extraction using the Exa Search API.

Updated Feb 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Gitnapp/Skills --skill exa-search-gitnapp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-search
Source: https://github.com/Gitnapp/Skills/tree/main/search/exa-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Gitnapp/Skills --skill exa-search-gitnapp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps AI assistants overcome shallow web search results by enabling deeper research, structured information retrieval, and targeted content extraction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Deep Web Research: Use Exa Search for research-grade queries when standard search results lack depth or relevance.
  • Structured Data Extraction: Generate grounded JSON outputs, retrieve content from known URLs, and collect citation-ready information.
  • Use Case: Research complex AI topics, compare technologies, enrich answers with source material, or extract structured insights from online documents.

Quick Start

Use the exa-search skill to perform deep research on the latest AI agent orchestration techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get structured JSON output with citations from deep web research?

Deep web research with citations and structured JSON output is achieved by applying configurable search modes and result schemas via the Exa Search API. This grounds AI workflows in source material.

What's the best way to extract content from specific URLs for AI research workflows?

Content extraction from known URLs for AI research workflows is handled through targeted retrieval parameters. This API approach collects citation-ready information and structured insights from online documents.

Do I need an Exa API key to perform deep web search and content extraction?

Yes, an Exa API access key is required to perform deep web search and content extraction. The skill relies on this connection to execute research-grade queries and retrieve structured information.

Can I use standard web search results for complex AI topic research?

Standard web search results often lack depth for complex AI topic research. Deep web search using the Exa API overcomes shallow results by enabling comprehensive search and targeted content extraction.

Does this deep research approach support configurable search modes for agent workflows?

Yes, this deep research approach supports configurable search modes, result schemas, and content extraction parameters. These configurations enable structured information retrieval tailored for agent workflows.