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web-search

Search the web and retrieve result summaries from the terminal.

4|1|Updated Jul 23, 2020
Search Tags:#automation#search#terminal#curl#web#duckduckgo
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/onbjerg/dot --skill web-search-onbjerg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-search
Source: https://github.com/onbjerg/dot/tree/main/pi/skills/web-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/onbjerg/dot --skill web-search-onbjerg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables users to perform web searches directly from the command line, simplifying access to online information without switching contexts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Searching: Use DuckDuckGo's HTML endpoint to fetch search results efficiently.
  • Result Filtering: Extract clean URLs and titles for quick review.
  • Use Case: Quickly find documentation or troubleshoot issues by performing terminal-based web searches and accessing relevant pages without opening a browser.

Quick Start

Use the web-search skill to look up recent updates on blockchain scalability.

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 from the terminal?▼

To search the web from the terminal, this Skill queries DuckDuckGo's HTML endpoint using curl to fetch clean URLs and titles. It extracts result summaries directly in the command line, streamlining research without opening a browser.

Can I retrieve web page summaries without leaving the command line?▼

Yes, you can retrieve web page summaries without leaving the command line. The Skill performs targeted web searches and extracts clean URLs, titles, and summaries, providing quick, token-efficient web access for troubleshooting workflows.

Does web search automation with curl work with DuckDuckGo?▼

Web search automation with curl works with DuckDuckGo by targeting its HTML endpoint to fetch search results efficiently. This approach filters and extracts clean URLs and titles for quick review directly within terminal environments.

What is the best way to find documentation using terminal commands?▼

The best way to find documentation using terminal commands is using this Skill to perform terminal-based web searches. It fetches relevant pages and result summaries via DuckDuckGo, allowing developers to troubleshoot issues without switching contexts.

Are there limitations to fetching search results via DuckDuckGo's HTML endpoint?▼

A limitation of fetching search results via DuckDuckGo's HTML endpoint is that it provides basic result filtering, extracting only clean URLs and titles. It is designed for token-efficient web access rather than rendering complex, dynamic web page content.

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