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web-research

Search the web using Brave Search, Wikipedia, and DuckDuckGo APIs.

22|7|Updated Feb 23, 2026
Search Tags:#research#information retrieval#web search#brave search#news#facts#wikipedia
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sannabotdev/sannabotapp --skill web-research-sannabotdev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-research
Source: https://github.com/sannabotdev/sannabotapp/tree/main/assets/skills/web-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sannabotdev/sannabotapp --skill web-research-sannabotdev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you find and synthesize information from the web, answering questions and providing up-to-date facts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Search: Perform general web searches using Brave Search, Wikipedia, or DuckDuckGo.
  • Factual Lookups: Get definitions, biographies, and specific facts quickly.
  • News Gathering: Find the latest news on any topic.
  • Page Reading: Fetch and summarize content from specific web pages.
  • Use Case: Ask "What is quantum computing?" and get a concise explanation with sources. Or, "What are the latest developments in AI?" and receive a summary of recent news.

Quick Start

Search the web for the latest advancements in renewable energy.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search the web for facts and current information?▼

To search the web for facts, you can query general topics, look up definitions, or gather news. The skill synthesizes information from multiple search sources to provide concise answers with references.

What is the best way to look up recent news and developments?▼

Looking up recent news is handled by querying specific topics to gather the latest developments. The skill fetches current information and summarizes recent news articles from the web.

Does web research work with Wikipedia and DuckDuckGo?▼

Yes, web research works with Wikipedia and DuckDuckGo using free, public APIs. It also supports Brave Search, which requires API key authentication for general queries.

Can I fetch and summarize content from a specific web page?▼

Yes, you can fetch and summarize content from specific web pages. Provide the URL during your query, and the skill will read the page to synthesize the relevant information.

What happens if one search API fails to return results?▼

If one search API fails to return results, the skill utilizes fallback mechanisms. It sequentially queries Brave Search, Wikipedia, and DuckDuckGo to ensure comprehensive factual lookups.

Do I need an API key to perform general web searches?▼

You only need an API key if you are using Brave Search for general web queries. Wikipedia and DuckDuckGo utilize free, public APIs that do not require authentication for factual lookups.

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