exa-search

Perform neural web searches and extract content via the Exa API.

1|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/josorio7122/pi-flow --skill exa-search-josorio7122
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Skill: exa-search
Source: https://github.com/josorio7122/pi-flow/tree/main/skills/exa-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/josorio7122/pi-flow --skill exa-search-josorio7122

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires exa-js, tsx, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides advanced web search capabilities beyond simple keyword matching, enabling semantic understanding of queries and direct AI-generated answers with citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Neural Search: Find information based on conceptual meaning, not just keywords.
  • Content Extraction: Retrieve clean, pre-parsed text from web pages.
  • Similar Page Discovery: Find web pages semantically similar to a given URL.
  • Direct AI Answers: Get concise answers to questions, backed by web sources and citations.
  • Use Case: Researching a complex topic like "the impact of quantum computing on cryptography" and needing to quickly understand the core concepts and find authoritative sources.

Quick Start

Use the exa-search skill to find pages about "latest advancements in renewable energy".

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform semantic web searches and get AI answers with citations?

Semantic web searches and AI answers with citations are performed using the Exa API to retrieve neural search results, extract pre-parsed content, and generate direct summaries with source links.

What is neural search and how does it differ from keyword search?

Neural search finds information based on conceptual meaning rather than exact keyword matching, allowing the Exa API to retrieve semantically relevant pages even without specific query terms.

Can I extract clean text from web pages without writing my own scraping logic?

Yes, you can extract clean, pre-parsed text from web pages without custom scraping logic by using the Exa API's content retrieval features to fetch structured content directly.

Do I need an EXA_API_KEY and Node.js to run this semantic search tool?

Yes, you need an EXA_API_KEY environment variable and Node.js with tsx installed to run this semantic search tool, as the script relies on exa-js for API communication.

What's the best way to find web pages similar to a specific URL?

The best way to find similar web pages is using the Exa API's similar page discovery feature, which locates URLs semantically related to your provided source link.