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http-client

Executes arbitrary HTTP requests with configurable methods, headers, and bodies.

80|19|Updated Mar 9, 2026
Search Tags:#api#data#fetch#http#client#request
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw --skill http-client-ionclaw-org
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: http-client
Source: https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw/tree/main/main/resources/skills/http-client
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ionclaw-org/ionclaw --skill http-client-ionclaw-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to interact with web services and APIs directly, eliminating the need for external tools like curl and simplifying the process of fetching or sending data over HTTP.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Versatile HTTP Methods: Supports GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, HEAD, and OPTIONS requests.
  • Data Handling: Easily send JSON, form-encoded, or plain text data in request bodies, and download or upload files.
  • Authentication: Supports various authentication methods, including pre-configured profiles and manual header injection.
  • Use Case: Fetching user data from a REST API, submitting a login form, or downloading a report file from a web server.

Quick Start

Use the http_client tool to make a GET request to the URL https://api.example.com/users.

Frequently Asked Questions about http-client

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I make HTTP requests to a REST API without using curl?▼

You can make HTTP requests to a REST API by specifying a URL and configuring the method, headers, and body. This approach eliminates the need for external tools like curl by directly executing GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, or DELETE requests to interact with web services.

Can I send JSON or form-encoded data in an HTTP request body?▼

Yes, you can send JSON, form-encoded, plain text, or XML data in an HTTP request body. The client supports various content types, allowing you to easily submit structured data to web services or submit login forms.

Does this HTTP client support file uploads and downloads?▼

Yes, the HTTP client supports both file uploads and downloads. You can download a report file from a web server or upload files directly through your configured HTTP requests to specified URLs.

What is the best way to handle API authentication for HTTP requests?▼

The best way to handle API authentication is by using pre-configured profiles or manual header injection. This allows you to securely manage various authentication schemes required by different RESTful APIs and web services.

What HTTP methods are supported when fetching data from an API?▼

When fetching data from an API, the supported HTTP methods include GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, HEAD, and OPTIONS. This versatility allows you to perform full CRUD operations and interact comprehensively with RESTful API endpoints.

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