web-search

Search Google and Bing via a local bridge server and return Markdown results.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/netease-youdao/LobsterAI --skill web-search-netease-youdao
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-search
Source: https://github.com/netease-youdao/LobsterAI/tree/main/SKILLs/web-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/netease-youdao/LobsterAI --skill web-search-netease-youdao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Real-time access to current information beyond Claude's knowledge cutoff and static databases, with transparent browser-based workflows and citation-ready results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time web search across Google and Bing with automatic fallback to ensure reliable results.
  • Transparent browser operations via a Playwright-controlled Chrome window for auditing and trust.
  • Use cases include up-to-date documentation lookups, live news checks, and quick fact verification in Cowork sessions.

Quick Start

Start a live search by launching the bridge server and performing a sample query to see live results.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform real-time web search and retrieve current information using browser automation?

Real-time web search is driven by a local Playwright-controlled browser workflow that queries Google and Bing, returning Markdown-formatted results for Claude synthesis and citation.

How does Playwright browser automation handle search engine fallbacks for reliable web scraping?

Playwright browser automation manages search engine fallbacks by automatically switching between Google and Bing, ensuring reliable retrieval of current information when a primary engine fails.

Can I use a transparent browser window to audit web search operations locally?

Yes, a transparent Playwright-controlled Chrome window enables local auditing of web search operations, enforcing trust and transparent browser workflows for live fact verification.

Does the web search workflow support returning Markdown formatted results for LLM synthesis?

Yes, the web search workflow supports returning Markdown-formatted results directly from the local browser-based workflow, enabling seamless Claude synthesis and citation-ready outputs.

What is the best way to integrate real-time web search into a CLI environment without external dependencies?

The best way to integrate real-time web search into a CLI environment is using a controlled API and CLI via a local bridge server, enforcing local operation with robust integration and zero external dependencies.

Why should I use local browser automation for web search instead of static databases?

Local browser automation for web search provides real-time access to current information beyond static knowledge cutoffs, handling engine fallbacks transparently while exposing a controlled API for robust integration.