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local-search

Search local knowledge bases and file systems for user queries.

36|2|Updated Feb 9, 2026
Search Tags:#semantic search#search#knowledge base#macos#file search#fts5#local files
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill local-search-malue-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: local-search
Source: https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small/tree/main/instances/xiaodazi/skills/local-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill local-search-malue-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you quickly find information and files stored locally on your computer, eliminating the need to manually browse through directories or remember exact file locations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Content Search: Searches the content of your indexed knowledge base using full-text and semantic search.
  • Filename Search: Uses macOS Spotlight (mdfind) to search for files by name when content search yields no results.
  • Use Case: You need to find a report you wrote last week but can't recall the filename or exact location. You can ask the agent to search for "last week's report," and it will use its tools to locate it for you.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to find all documents related to the 'project alpha' proposal.

Frequently Asked Questions about local-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for information across my local files and knowledge base on macOS?▼

To search local files and your knowledge base on macOS, this Skill prioritizes indexed content search via full-text and semantic search, then falls back to macOS Spotlight filename and metadata search using mdfind to locate your information.

Can I find a document on my computer if I only remember its content and not the filename?▼

Yes, you can find a document by its content because this Skill performs full-text and semantic search on your indexed knowledge base, allowing you to locate files based on what is inside them rather than relying on exact filenames.

Does this local file search tool require macOS to work?▼

Yes, this local file search tool requires macOS because its filename and metadata fallback mechanism specifically relies on the macOS Spotlight mdfind command to locate files when the indexed content search yields no results.

What is the best way to locate a report I wrote last week without remembering where I saved it?▼

The best way to locate a recently written report is to ask the agent to search for a phrase like 'last week's report', which will trigger a semantic search of your indexed content and an mdfind fallback to retrieve the file.

What happens if the semantic search yields no results for my local file query?▼

If the semantic search yields no results for your local file query, the Skill automatically falls back to searching filenames and metadata using the macOS Spotlight mdfind command to ensure your file is still located.

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