searching-messages

Search past messages with mode, date, and agent filters.

Updated Mar 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AlvinPlayz23/boose --skill searching-messages
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: searching-messages
Source: https://github.com/AlvinPlayz23/boose/tree/main/src/skills/builtin/searching-messages
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlvinPlayz23/boose --skill searching-messages

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Retrieve and recall relevant past messages to restore context from earlier conversations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search by keywords to locate user or assistant messages across sessions.
  • Filter results by date, agent, and mode to tailor results.
  • Cross-reference with related skills to identify which agent discussed a topic.

Quick Start

Run a search to pull up related messages from previous chats.

Frequently Asked Questions about searching-messages

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search past conversation history to find context from earlier messages?

You can search past conversation history by keywords to locate specific user or assistant messages across sessions. This restores context from earlier discussions by retrieving relevant past messages using hybrid, vector, or fts modes.

Can I filter conversation history search results by date and agent?

Yes, you can filter conversation history search results by date-range and agent scoping. This allows you to tailor results to specific timeframes and identify which agent discussed a topic across sessions.

What's the best way to identify which agent discussed a topic across multiple chat sessions?

The best way to identify which agent discussed a topic is to search past messages with agent scoping enabled. This retrieves topic history by filtering conversations by specific agents across sessions.

Does the search-messages skill support vector search for retrieving topic history?

Yes, it supports vector search mode for retrieving topic history. You can select hybrid, vector, or fts modes to search past messages and recall context with precision using your preferred search method.

How do I handle large conversation-history search results?

You can manage large conversation-history search results using pagination. This feature delivers precise results by breaking down retrieved messages into manageable pages after applying keyword, date, and agent filters.