youdotcom-cli

Search the web and extract page content as Markdown via You.com CLI.

59|10|Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/youdotcom-oss/agent-skills --skill youdotcom-cli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: youdotcom-cli
Source: https://github.com/youdotcom-oss/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/youdotcom-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/youdotcom-oss/agent-skills --skill youdotcom-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables bash-capable AI agents to perform web searches and extract content directly from the web, providing real-time data for agentic workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Search: Execute targeted web searches using You.com's engine.
  • Livecrawl: Simultaneously search and extract full page content from URLs in formats like Markdown.
  • Content Extraction: Isolate and retrieve specific content from provided URLs.
  • Use Case: An AI agent needs to research the latest trends in renewable energy. It can use this Skill to search for "renewable energy trends 2024" and then use livecrawl to extract the key findings from the top search result.

Quick Start

Use the youdotcom-cli skill to search for 'AI advancements' and extract the content from the top result as markdown.

Frequently Asked Questions about youdotcom-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a web search and extract web page content directly in bash?

To perform web search and content extraction in bash, you can use a CLI tool that integrates You.com's search engine to retrieve real-time data and crawl live web pages. It enables bash-based AI agents to execute targeted searches and isolate specific content from URLs programmatically.

What is livecrawl and how does it help with web content extraction?

Livecrawl is a capability that simultaneously searches the web and extracts full page content from URLs into formats like Markdown. It allows bash agents to retrieve real-time, up-to-date web information and perform programmatic content summarization for agentic tasks.

Do I need an API key to use You.com web search in my bash scripts?

Yes, you need environment variable configuration for API access to utilize You.com's web search and content extraction capabilities. Configuring these environment variables authorizes your bash-based AI agents to retrieve real-time data and perform live web page crawling.

Can I get structured data from web pages crawled by a bash CLI tool?

Yes, the CLI tool supports JSON schema discovery for dynamic parameter utilization during web content extraction. This allows your bash agents to programmatically parse and utilize structured data retrieved from live web pages and search results.

What is the best way to extract markdown from a URL using a bash agent?

The best way to extract markdown from a URL is using a CLI tool with livecrawl capabilities that fetch full page content. This approach isolates and retrieves specific content from provided URLs, formatting the extracted web data directly into Markdown for agentic workflows.

When should I use a bash web search CLI instead of a direct API call?

You should use a bash web search CLI when you need to integrate real-time data retrieval directly into bash-based AI agent workflows. It facilitates agentic tasks requiring up-to-date web information and live page crawling without leaving the bash execution environment.