visual-product-search

Search Taobao and AliExpress products using image URLs or uploaded images.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kunhai-88/shopme-mcp --skill visual-product-search
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: visual-product-search
Source: https://github.com/kunhai-88/shopme-mcp/tree/main/skills/visual-product-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kunhai-88/shopme-mcp --skill visual-product-search

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users find products online by simply providing an image, eliminating the need for manual text descriptions and saving time on product discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Image-based Search: Search for products across major Chinese e-commerce platforms (Taobao, AliExpress) using an image URL or uploaded image.
  • AI-powered Extraction: Extract product details like name, category, and price estimates directly from images using AI vision.
  • Use Case: A user sees a product they like in a social media post and wants to find out where to buy it. They can upload the image or provide a URL, and the skill will find matching products on Taobao and AliExpress.

Quick Start

Use the visual-product-search skill to find products matching the image at the provided URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about visual-product-search

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

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How do I find a product on Taobao or AliExpress using an image?

Image search for e-commerce works by submitting an image URL or base64 encoded image to the Skill, which then queries Taobao and AliExpress APIs to find matching products. It eliminates the need for manual text descriptions during product discovery.

Can I extract product details like price and category directly from a picture?

AI-powered extraction analyzes your uploaded image to identify the product name, category, and estimated price. This feature uses AI vision to extract product information directly from visual inputs, streamlining the product discovery process.

Do I need API keys to search for products by image on AliExpress and Taobao?

Yes, specific API keys for Taobao, AliExpress, and Gemini are required for full operational capability. You must configure these dependencies in your environment to authenticate image search requests and enable AI-powered product extraction.

What image formats are supported for visual product search?

The supported image input formats for visual product search are image URLs and base64 encoded images. Providing either format allows the AI to process the visual data and retrieve matching product listings from Taobao and AliExpress.

Is there a way to search Chinese e-commerce platforms for items seen on social media?

You can locate social media items on Chinese e-commerce platforms by capturing the image and submitting it as a URL or base64 data. The visual search functionality queries Taobao and AliExpress to find matching products from your provided visual input.