reddit-reader

Search and read Reddit posts, comments, and subreddit metadata via the Reddit OAuth2 API.

24|1|Updated Feb 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brisyramshere/reddit-skill --skill reddit-reader
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: reddit-reader
Source: https://github.com/brisyramshere/reddit-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brisyramshere/reddit-skill --skill reddit-reader

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to easily search for and read content from Reddit, including posts, comments, and subreddit information, directly within your workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search Reddit: Find posts based on keywords, with options to filter by subreddit, sort order, and time range.
  • Browse Subreddits: View posts from specific subreddits by category (hot, new, top, etc.).
  • Read Posts & Comments: Access the full content of a Reddit post along with its comment threads, supporting various URL formats.
  • Subreddit Info: Get details about a subreddit, such as its description and subscriber count.
  • Use Case: You need to understand community sentiment on a new AI model. Use this Skill to search relevant subreddits, read top posts, and analyze comment discussions.

Quick Start

Use the reddit-reader skill to search Reddit for discussions about 'Claude AI'.

Frequently Asked Questions about reddit-reader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Reddit posts and read comments via the API?

To search Reddit posts and read comments via the API, you can filter results by subreddit, sort order, and time range, then retrieve full post details with nested comment threads.

What do I need to access Reddit subreddit metadata using OAuth2?

Accessing Reddit subreddit metadata using OAuth2 requires setting the REDDIT_CLIENT_ID and REDDIT_CLIENT_SECRET environment variables and installing the Python requests library.

Can I browse specific subreddits by category like hot or new?

Yes, you can browse specific subreddits by category. The Skill supports listing subreddit content filtered by categories such as hot, new, and top.

How does retrieving full Reddit post details work with various URL formats?

Retrieving full Reddit post details works by parsing various URL formats to access the complete post content alongside its corresponding nested comment threads.

What is the best way to analyze community sentiment on Reddit?

The best way to analyze community sentiment on Reddit is to search relevant subreddits for target keywords, read top posts, and analyze the nested comment discussions.

Does reading Reddit content via OAuth2 require any specific Python dependencies?

Yes, reading Reddit content via OAuth2 requires the specific Python dependency 'requests' to handle the API interactions and data retrieval.