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tavily-search

Search the web via the Tavily API and return titles, URLs, and snippets.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#api#web-search#snippets#summaries#results#tavily
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zkksdk/skills --skill tavily-search-zkksdk
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tavily-search
Source: https://github.com/zkksdk/skills/tree/main/skills/openclaw-tavily-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zkksdk/skills --skill tavily-search-zkksdk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Quickly retrieve relevant web sources and brief summaries when searching the web, especially when Brave web_search is unavailable or undesired.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Returns a small set of relevant results (title, url, snippet) and can optionally include short answer summaries.
  • Supports API key retrieval via environment variable TAVILY_API_KEY or the file ~/.openclaw/.env for secure access.
  • Useful for citation gathering, source verification, and quick research tasks in OpenClaw workflows.

Quick Start

Search the web with Tavily for a query and return the top results with titles, URLs, and snippets.

Frequently Asked Questions about tavily-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get web search results with concise summaries using an API?▼

You can get web search results with concise summaries by querying the Tavily API, which returns titles, URLs, and brief content snippets. It optionally includes a short answer summary alongside the structured results.

What is the best way to retrieve web sources for citation gathering?▼

Retrieving web sources for citation gathering is best handled by performing a targeted web search that returns titles, URLs, and snippets. This provides a small set of relevant links and brief summaries for quick verification.

Do I need a Tavily API key to perform web searches in my workflow?▼

Yes, performing web searches in your workflow requires a Tavily API key. The key must be provided via the TAVILY_API_KEY environment variable or stored in the ~/.openclaw/.env file for secure access.

Can I limit the number of search results and include an answer summary?▼

Yes, you can limit search results and include an answer summary. The search supports max_results to control the count and include_answer to optionally append a brief summary to the structured output.

What output formats are supported for web search results and snippets?▼

Supported output formats for web search results and snippets include raw, brave, and md. These structured formats contain the query, results with title, url, content, and an optional answer.

Why use Tavily web search when Brave web_search is unavailable?▼

You use Tavily web search when Brave web_search is unavailable or undesired to quickly retrieve relevant web sources. It provides a concise set of results with titles, links, and brief summaries for research tasks.

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