exa-search

Search for people, companies, and content types via Exa's neural search API.

Updated Jan 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tylergibbs1/exa-search-skill --skill exa-search-tylergibbs1
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-search
Source: https://github.com/tylergibbs1/exa-search-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tylergibbs1/exa-search-skill --skill exa-search-tylergibbs1

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you find specific people, companies, research papers, and other content types that traditional search engines struggle to locate, enabling targeted research and list building.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Targeted Search: Search specifically for people (LinkedIn profiles), companies, research papers, news, PDFs, GitHub repos, and more using Exa's advanced neural search.
  • Content Extraction: Extract full text, highlights, or structured summaries from search results.
  • Use Case: Quickly build a prospect list by finding 100 medical billing managers with LinkedIn profiles, or research competitors by finding their recent blog posts on specific topics.

Quick Start

Use the exa-search skill to find 20 companies that offer revenue cycle management software.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find specific people and companies for building a prospect list?

You can build a prospect list by using neural search to find specific people, such as LinkedIn profiles, and companies. It enables targeted information retrieval to locate entities that traditional search engines struggle to find.

Can I search for research papers and GitHub repositories using neural search?

Yes, neural search supports finding research papers, GitHub repositories, news articles, and PDFs. You can use category filtering to target specific content types and retrieve relevant results.

Do I need an Exa API key to search for companies and content?

Yes, an Exa API key is required to operate this search functionality. The API key enables access to Exa's neural search capabilities for finding people, companies, and content.

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

Content extraction allows you to pull full text, highlights, or structured summaries directly from search results. This feature works alongside the neural search to provide comprehensive information retrieval.

What is the best way to research competitors' recent blog posts on specific topics?

You can research competitors by using targeted search with category filtering to find their recent blog posts on specific topics. This leverages deep search capabilities to locate relevant content for competitive analysis.

Are there limitations when searching for niche entities like medical billing managers?

Traditional search engines often struggle to locate niche entities, but neural search with category filtering can find specific profiles like medical billing managers. The effectiveness depends on the search queries and filters applied.