readwise

Search Readwise highlights and documents with semantic and keyword queries.

19|5|Updated Jan 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill readwise
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: readwise
Source: https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows/tree/main/skills/readwise
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill readwise

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, html2text, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you efficiently search, retrieve, and utilize the highlights and documents you've saved in your Readwise library, transforming passive notes into actionable insights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic Search: Find highlights and documents using natural language queries.
  • Tag-Based Retrieval: Access documents specifically organized by tags.
  • Full Document Content: Retrieve the complete HTML content of saved articles and documents.
  • RAG Chat: Engage in conversational queries over your highlights.
  • Use Case: You need to find all highlights related to "behavioral economics" from articles you saved last year. This skill can perform that search and present the relevant snippets.

Quick Start

Search your Readwise highlights for articles about "proxy advisors".

Frequently Asked Questions about readwise

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search my Readwise highlights using natural language queries?

To search Readwise highlights, use the semantic search feature to find documents and saved notes using natural language queries. This approach matches the meaning of your query rather than requiring exact keywords.

Can I retrieve the full HTML content of saved documents from my Readwise library?

Yes, you can retrieve the full HTML content of saved articles and documents from your Readwise library. The skill fetches the complete document content, enabling full-text retrieval for detailed review or RAG-based chat interactions.

How does RAG chat work over saved notes and highlights?

RAG chat over saved notes works by retrieving relevant highlights and documents based on your conversational queries. It grounds the chat responses in your specific Readwise knowledge base, transforming passive notes into actionable insights.

What is the best way to filter Readwise documents by specific tags?

The best way to filter Readwise documents by tags is using the tag-based retrieval feature. It allows you to access documents specifically organized by your predefined tags, streamlining knowledge management and semantic search results.

Do I need API integration to manage Readwise documents via CLI?

Yes, you need API integration to manage Readwise documents via CLI. The skill relies on requests and API integration to perform document management operations, retrieve highlights, and execute search queries over your knowledge base.

What are the limitations of using keyword search for Readwise highlights?

Keyword search for Readwise highlights is limited to matching exact terms found within the saved notes and documents. Semantic search offers broader contextual matching, while keyword search may miss relevant snippets if the exact vocabulary differs.