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research-apify

Drive Apify MCP actors for web search, crawling, and structured data extraction.

Updated Jun 3, 2026
Search Tags:#structured data#data extraction#web research#site crawling#Apify MCP
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stromy-org/stromy-plugin --skill research-apify
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-apify
Source: https://github.com/stromy-org/stromy-plugin/tree/main/skills/research-apify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stromy-org/stromy-plugin --skill research-apify

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

The research-apify Skill solves the problem of gathering data from the web, searching the live web, scraping or crawling websites, and extracting structured records. It transforms these results into a branded deliverable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Research: Gather data on a topic from the web.
  • Search the Live Web: Find current information on a specific topic.
  • Scrape/Crawl Websites: Extract data from a website or list of URLs.
  • Extract Structured Data: Turn results into a branded deliverable.
  • Use Case: Conduct a competitor analysis or market research by gathering data from various sources on the web and turning it into a comprehensive report.

Quick Start

Activate the research-apify Skill with the prompt: "Research Apify's web research capabilities for competitor analysis."

Frequently Asked Questions about research-apify

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract structured data from a list of URLs for competitor analysis?▼

Yes, you can search the live web for current information. This Skill uses Apify MCP actors to perform web research and gather current data on specific topics, then outputs the results as standardized structured data.

Can I search the live web for current information on a specific topic?▼

Yes, you can search the live web for current information. This Skill uses Apify MCP actors to perform web research and gather current data on specific topics, then outputs the results as standardized structured data.

Do I need an Apify account to crawl websites and extract structured records?▼

The best way to conduct web research is by using Apify MCP actors to gather data from various sources. This approach searches the live web and crawls sites, transforming the results into a branded deliverable for market research.

What is the best way to gather data from the web for market research?▼

The best way to conduct web research is by using Apify MCP actors to gather data from various sources. This approach searches the live web and crawls sites, transforming the results into a branded deliverable for market research.

What are the limitations of using Apify MCP for site crawling?▼

A limitation of using Apify MCP for site crawling is that it requires OAuth authentication and connector authorization to function. Additionally, it outputs a specific data envelope, meaning further formatting is needed for final branded deliverables.

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