websh

Navigate URLs and query DOM content using Unix-like shell commands.

4|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/KuaaMU/omnihive --skill websh-kuaamu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: websh
Source: https://github.com/KuaaMU/omnihive/tree/main/library/real-skills/websh
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KuaaMU/omnihive --skill websh-kuaamu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms web browsing into a command-line experience, allowing you to navigate URLs, query page content, and interact with web elements using familiar shell commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL Navigation: Use cd <url> to navigate, ls to list links, follow <n> to click links.
  • Content Querying: Use grep, cat, stat to extract and filter information from cached pages.
  • Background Operations: Long-running tasks like fetching and extraction run in the background, keeping the shell responsive.
  • Use Case: Quickly find specific information across multiple web pages, automate data scraping, or explore websites using a powerful, scriptable interface.

Quick Start

Use the websh skill to navigate to https://news.ycombinator.com and list the first five links.

Frequently Asked Questions about websh

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I navigate URLs and extract web content using a command line interface?

You can navigate URLs and extract web content by treating URLs as directories and DOM content as files, using commands like `cd` to navigate, `ls` to list links, and `grep` to query cached pages.

What is the best way to automate web scraping without keeping the terminal busy?

Automating web scraping without blocking the terminal is achieved through background operations, where long-running tasks like fetching and extraction run in the background to keep the shell responsive.

Can I interact with web elements using shell commands?

Yes, you can interact with web elements using shell commands by mapping DOM content to files, allowing you to use `follow <n>` to click links and `stat` to extract information directly from cached pages.

How do I query specific information across multiple web pages scriptably?

You can query specific information across multiple web pages scriptably by using Unix-like commands such as `cat` and `grep` to filter and extract data from cached DOM content treated as files.

Does this web shell environment support advanced features like API mounting and command scheduling?

Yes, the web shell environment supports advanced features including API mounting, command scheduling, and prefetching to manage web resources and automate content extraction efficiently.

What are the limitations of using a Unix-like shell for web automation?

Limitations of using a Unix-like shell for web automation include its reliance on cached DOM content for querying, which may not capture dynamic page changes without re-fetching the URL.