web-search

Perform web searches with the Gemini CLI google_web_search tool and return sourced results.

Updated Jan 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/biwakonbu/cc-plugins --skill web-search-biwakonbu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-search
Source: https://github.com/biwakonbu/cc-plugins/tree/main/plugins/web-search-gemini/skills/web-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/biwakonbu/cc-plugins --skill web-search-biwakonbu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables fast, sourced web research by leveraging the Gemini CLI google_web_search tool to fetch information and present verifiable sources, saving time sifting through results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web search: Utilize the google_web_search tool to gather information from the web and return citations.
  • Up-to-date information: Find current facts, official docs, and recent news for research, due diligence, or decision making.
  • Use Case: When you need reliable answers with sources, such as technical research, market trends, or policy inquiries.

Quick Start

Use the web-search skill to perform a web search with Gemini, for example: gemini --yolo "Use the google_web_search tool to search for: {your query}. You MUST perform a web search and return results with sources."

Frequently Asked Questions about web-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a web search with Gemini and get verifiable sources?

This skill performs web searches using the Gemini CLI's google_web_search tool to retrieve information from the web. It returns results with verifiable sources, making it suitable for up-to-date facts, official documentation, and news gathering.

What is the best way to find current facts and official documentation using Gemini?

The best way to find current facts and official documentation using Gemini is by utilizing the google_web_search tool. This approach fetches real-time information directly from the web and returns it with citations for due diligence or technical research.

Can I use the google_web_search tool to gather recent news for market research?

Yes, you can use the google_web_search tool to gather recent news for market research. It enables fast, sourced web research by fetching up-to-date information and presenting verifiable sources, saving time sifting through search results.

How do I get cited sources when retrieving information from the web with Gemini?

To get cited sources when retrieving information from the web with Gemini, use the google_web_search tool via this skill. It is designed to return results with sources for verification, ensuring reliable answers for policy inquiries or technical research.

Does the Gemini CLI web search return citations for decision making?

Yes, the Gemini CLI web search returns citations for decision making. It leverages the google_web_search tool to fetch information and present verifiable sources, ensuring you have reliable references for market trends, due diligence, or technical research.

What are the limitations of using Gemini for web searches?

The limitations of using Gemini for web searches depend on the google_web_search tool's capabilities. This skill specifically requires using the google_web_search tool and returns results with sources, meaning it relies on Gemini CLI's ability to fetch external information.