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Search the web and extract content using Tavily and Exa CLIs.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#research#information retrieval#rag#search#web scraping#exa#tavily
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mhbdev/git-pal --skill web-search-mhbdev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-search
Source: https://github.com/mhbdev/git-pal/tree/main/.agents/skills/web-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mhbdev/git-pal --skill web-search-mhbdev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates web searching and content extraction, providing quick access to information and enabling efficient research and data gathering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AI-Powered Search: Utilize Tavily and Exa for intelligent web searches.
  • Content Extraction: Extract text and analyze content from specified URLs.
  • Direct Answers: Get factual answers to questions directly.
  • Use Case: Researching the latest AI developments by querying Tavily, then extracting key information from relevant articles for a RAG pipeline.

Quick Start

Use the web-search skill to find information about the latest AI developments in 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract web content from URLs for a RAG pipeline?▼

You can extract web content for RAG pipelines by using this skill to retrieve text and analyze specified URLs via Tavily and Exa. It automates content extraction to provide clean information for downstream data processing.

What is the best way to perform AI-powered web searching for research?▼

AI-powered web searching is performed using Tavily and Exa integrations to execute intelligent internet queries. This approach enables automated research, fact-checking, and content aggregation without manual browsing.

Can I get direct factual answers to questions without scraping entire pages?▼

Yes, you can get direct factual answers to questions without scraping entire pages by utilizing the direct answer feature. This leverages the search CLIs to return precise information instead of raw web scraping data.

Does this web search skill require external dependencies to run?▼

No, the web search skill does not require external dependencies to run. It integrates directly with inference.sh for seamless tool execution, managing the Tavily and Exa CLIs internally.

What are the limitations of using Tavily and Exa for agent-based internet exploration?▼

The limitations of using Tavily and Exa for agent-based internet exploration include reliance on the external availability and rate limits of these specific CLIs. It is designed for text and content extraction rather than complex interactive web navigation.

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