Web Research
Retrieves relevant information from web sources using search engines to inform tasks and answer questions.
Install on your platform
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add web-research npx -- -y @trustedskills/web-research
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"web-research": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/web-research"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The web-research skill enables AI agents to perform targeted searches on the web, gather relevant information from multiple sources, and synthesize findings into concise summaries. It supports real-time data retrieval and is optimized for accuracy in factual queries.
When to use it
- To find up-to-date statistics or reports for a business presentation.
- When verifying the latest developments in a specific industry or technology.
- For compiling research materials on a topic that requires multiple credible sources.
Key capabilities
- Real-time web search with filtering by source reliability
- Extraction of key facts and figures from search results
- Synthesis of information into structured summaries
Example prompts
- "Find the latest GDP growth rate for Germany in 2024."
- "Summarize recent news articles about renewable energy trends."
- "Gather data on customer satisfaction scores for top e-commerce platforms."
Tips & gotchas
- Ensure internet connectivity is stable for optimal performance.
- Be mindful of potential biases or inaccuracies in sources, and cross-check critical information when needed.
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