Wikipedia

Search Wikipedia articles and return article summaries via MediaWiki and REST APIs.

6|3|Updated Apr 22, 2026

Search Tags:#information retrieval #search #wikipedia #article summary #quick facts

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npx skills add https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs --skill wikipedia-lordmacu

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Skill: Wikipedia
Source: https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs/tree/main/skills/wikipedia
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs --skill wikipedia-lordmacu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Searching for information on Wikipedia can be time-consuming and inefficient. This skill simplifies the process by allowing you to search Wikipedia articles and retrieve summaries or extracts.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search Wikipedia: Easily find information on a wide range of topics.
Retrieve Summaries: Get concise summaries of Wikipedia articles.
Use Case: Need a quick summary of the solar system for a school project? Use this skill to search for the term and retrieve the summary.

Quick Start

Ask, "What is the Wikipedia summary of the solar system?"

Frequently Asked Questions about Wikipedia

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I retrieve a Wikipedia article summary for a research topic?▼

To retrieve a Wikipedia article summary, provide a search query for your desired topic. The skill searches Wikipedia articles using the query and returns concise summaries, making it applicable for quickly finding information on various subjects.

Can I get quick facts from Wikipedia without reading the entire page?▼

Yes, you can get quick facts from Wikipedia without reading the entire page. The skill retrieves article summaries or extracts, simplifying the process of finding information and returning concise details on a wide range of topics.

What is the best way to search Wikipedia for quick facts on a specific subject?▼

The best way to search Wikipedia for quick facts is to ask for the summary of a specific term. For example, asking what the Wikipedia summary of the solar system is will trigger a search and retrieve the article summary for your project.

Do I need API access to use Wikipedia search and retrieve article summaries?▼

Yes, you need API access to use Wikipedia search and retrieve article summaries. The skill requires access to the Wikipedia MediaWiki and REST APIs to execute search queries and return the article summary extracts.

Does the Wikipedia search skill return full articles or just article summaries?▼

The Wikipedia search skill returns article summaries rather than full articles. It searches Wikipedia articles using the provided query and retrieves concise summaries, making information retrieval efficient and avoiding the time-consuming process of reading full pages.