goplaces

Name: goplaces
Availability: InStock
Author: openclaw

Query the Google Places API for text search, place details, and address resolution.

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Search Tags:#api #cli #search #location #maps #google places

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw --skill goplaces-openclaw

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw --skill goplaces-openclaw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of querying the Google Places API, allowing users to easily find information about locations, resolve addresses, and retrieve place details without complex API calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text Search: Find places based on keywords, with options for filtering by open status, rating, and more.
Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place using its ID.
Address Resolution: Convert human-readable addresses into structured place data.
Use Case: Quickly find nearby restaurants that are currently open and have a high rating, or get detailed information about a specific landmark.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for coffee shops near a specific latitude and longitude.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I use the Google Places API for text search and address resolution?▼

Google Places API text search and address resolution is simplified by querying for places based on keywords and converting human-readable addresses into structured place data without complex API calls.

Can I get JSON output from a Google Places API search for scripting?▼

Yes, you can get JSON output from a Google Places API search to support scripting and data retrieval in applications, alongside human-friendly output for direct reading.

Do I need a Google Places API key to find place details and nearby locations?▼

Yes, you need a GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY to find place details, nearby locations, and resolve addresses, as the skill requires this key to authenticate queries with the Google Places API.

What's the best way to find nearby restaurants that are open using location data?▼

The best way to find nearby restaurants that are open is using text search with filtering options for open status and rating, querying the Google Places API with specific location data.

How do I retrieve comprehensive information about a specific landmark using its place ID?▼

Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific landmark using its place ID by requesting place details from the Google Places API, which returns structured data about the location.