ripgrep

Search codebases and documents with ripgrep regex patterns.

37|2|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills --skill ripgrep-jpcaparas
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Skill: ripgrep
Source: https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills/tree/main/skills/ripgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills --skill ripgrep-jpcaparas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ripgrep, python3, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) and agents (resource) and evals (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines text search and codebase exploration by integrating ripgrep, offering superior speed, ignore-aware search, and regex capabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fast Recursive Search: Utilizes ripgrep for quick recursive searches within codebases and files.
  • Ignore-aware Search: Honors ignore rules to avoid irrelevant files and directories.
  • Regex Matching: Supports advanced regex patterns for precise searches.
  • Use Case: When you need to find a specific text string in a large codebase or across multiple files, ripgrep's speed and precision can save significant time.

Quick Start

Search for a pattern within a directory using ripgrep: rg 'pattern' path/

Frequently Asked Questions about ripgrep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for a regex pattern across files in a large codebase?

To search for a regex pattern across files in a large codebase, use ripgrep to perform fast recursive text searches that honor ignore rules and deliver precise matches.

What is the best way to find specific text strings in multiple documents quickly?

The best way to find specific text strings in multiple documents is using ripgrep, a lightweight text search tool optimized for speed and precise regex matching across directories.

Do I need Python 3 installed to use ripgrep for text search?

Yes, you need Python 3 installed to run probe scripts, and ripgrep must be installed locally to enable efficient text search and regex matching capabilities.

Does ripgrep respect gitignore files when doing recursive searches?

Yes, ripgrep respects ignore rules during recursive searches, automatically avoiding irrelevant files and directories to streamline codebase exploration.

Why use ripgrep instead of traditional grep for codebase text search?

Use ripgrep instead of traditional grep for codebase text search because it provides superior speed, ignore-aware filtering, and advanced regex support for large file sets.

Are there limitations when using PCRE2 regex features with ripgrep?

PCRE2 support is required for certain advanced regex features in ripgrep, meaning some complex pattern matching capabilities will not work without the PCRE2 dependency installed.