spellcheck

Correct spelling errors in search queries using the Brave Search API.

164|11|Updated Jan 30, 2026

Search Tags:#search #nlp #suggestions #spellcheck #query correction

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills --skill spellcheck

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spellcheck
Source: https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills/tree/main/skills/spellcheck
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills --skill spellcheck

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill corrects misspelled search queries, ensuring more accurate search results and improving user experience by providing "Did you mean?" suggestions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Query Correction: Automatically identifies and corrects spelling errors in user queries.
"Did you mean?" UI: Provides suggestions for users to confirm or refine their search terms.
Pre-search Cleanup: Cleans up queries before they are sent to search endpoints.

Quick Start

Use the spellcheck skill to correct the query "artifical inteligence".

Frequently Asked Questions about spellcheck

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I correct spelling errors in search queries automatically?▼

To correct spelling errors in search queries automatically, this Skill normalizes user input using a dedicated spellcheck endpoint. It processes specified language and country parameters to identify misspellings and provide accurate query corrections.

How can I add "Did you mean?" suggestions to my search interface?▼

You can add "Did you mean?" suggestions to your search interface by passing user queries to this Skill. It returns corrected search terms designed to enhance user interfaces with confirmation prompts for refining search input.

Do I need a Brave Search API key to use query correction?▼

Yes, you need a Brave Search API key to use query correction. The Skill requires this key for authentication to access the dedicated spellcheck endpoint and process language-specific search query normalization.

What is pre-search query normalization and when do I need it?▼

Pre-search query normalization is the process of cleaning up misspelled user input before sending it to search endpoints. You need it to ensure more accurate search results and improve overall user experience.

Can I specify language and country parameters for spellcheck?▼

Yes, you can specify language and country parameters for spellcheck. The Skill operates on these specified parameters to accurately identify and correct spelling errors in user-provided search queries.

How do I clean up user queries before sending them to search endpoints?▼

To clean up user queries before sending them to search endpoints, use this Skill for pre-search cleanup. It automatically identifies and corrects spelling errors in the input, ensuring only accurate terms reach your search API.