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web-search

Searches the web via Brave or Tavily APIs for relevant links and summaries.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#information retrieval#web search#tavily api#online search#brave api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jack5316/Obsidian --skill web-search-jack5316
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-search
Source: https://github.com/Jack5316/Obsidian/tree/main/.claude/skills/web-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jack5316/Obsidian --skill web-search-jack5316

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to quickly find information online without leaving your current workflow, saving you time and effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Search: Search the internet using either the Brave or Tavily API.
  • Configurable Results: Specify the number of search results you want.
  • Provider Choice: Select between Brave (default) and Tavily as your search engine.
  • Use Case: If you need to find the latest news on a specific topic or research a product, this Skill can provide you with relevant web links and summaries.

Quick Start

Search the web for 'latest AI advancements'.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search the web for information without leaving my current workflow?▼

You can search the web instantly within your workflow by using this Skill to retrieve relevant information, web links, and summaries via the Brave or Tavily API without opening a separate browser tab.

Do I need API keys to perform online searches with Brave or Tavily?▼

Yes, you need valid API keys for either the Brave or Tavily search engine to access their search functionalities and retrieve online information through this web search Skill.

Can I configure the number of web search results returned for my research tasks?▼

Yes, you can specify the number of search results you want the web search to return, allowing you to control the volume of relevant web links and summaries provided for your research tasks.

What is the difference between using Brave and Tavily for general knowledge queries?▼

Brave is the default search provider for general knowledge queries, while Tavily is an alternative provider choice; both retrieve relevant web links and summaries but may offer different result coverage.

What are the limitations of using API-based web search for current events?▼

API-based web search for current events is limited by the provider's indexing frequency and API rate limits, meaning very recent events might not appear instantly in the returned search results.

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