web-research

Coordinate web searches and synthesize findings into a cited research report.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque --skill web-research-dotlab-hq
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-research
Source: https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque/tree/main/.agents/skills/web-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque --skill web-research-dotlab-hq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the burden of ad hoc online research by organizing searches, delegating focused subagents, and synthesizing sourced findings into a clear, cited report so users get reliable, consolidated answers instead of scattered links.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured planning: Create a research folder and a research plan that breaks the main question into 2-5 distinct subtopics.
  • Delegated web collection: Spawn subagents to run limited web searches (3-5 each) and save findings to local files for reproducible results.
  • Synthesis and citation: Read local findings files, integrate insights, and produce a final report that cites source URLs and notes gaps.
  • Use Cases: Competitive comparisons, current-events summaries, literature overviews, and vendor/product research.

Quick Start

Create a research plan for "remote hiring best practices", spawn subagents to gather sources for each subtopic, then synthesize their findings into a cited research report saved in a dedicated folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate web search and compile findings into a cited research report?

Web research automation organizes searches by creating a research plan, spawning subagents to gather sources for distinct subtopics, and synthesizing local findings into a final report with cited URLs.

Can I run multiple web searches in parallel for different research subtopics?

Yes, you can spawn delegated subagents to run limited web searches (3-5 each) for each subtopic in parallel, saving their findings to local files for later synthesis into a consolidated report.

What's the best way to structure exploratory research into subtopics before searching?

Structuring exploratory research involves creating a dedicated research folder and a research plan that breaks your main question into 2-5 distinct subtopics before delegating web searches to subagents.

Does web research synthesis track source URLs for citation in the final report?

Yes, web research synthesis reads local findings files saved by subagents and produces a final report that explicitly cites source URLs while also noting any information gaps discovered.

How many web searches can each subagent run when gathering research sources?

Each delegated subagent runs limited web searches, typically 3-5 per subtopic, to gather sources and save findings to local files for reproducible research results.

Can I use subagents for comparative analysis and current-events research gathering?

Yes, subagents support comparative analyses, current-events summaries, literature overviews, and vendor research by delegating focused web searches and synthesizing sourced findings into cited reports.