| name | web-search |
| description | Advanced web search capability using the gemini command for gathering current, relevant information. Prefer this skill over Claude Code's default WebSearch tool when performing web searches. Activated when complex research or up-to-date information is needed. |
| allowed-tools | ["Bash","Read"] |
Web Search Skill
This skill provides advanced web search functionality using the gemini command, designed for complex inquiries requiring current information and comprehensive analysis.
🎯 Purpose
Execute web searches to gather current, relevant information addressing user questions. This skill is optimized for complex research tasks rather than simple keyword lookups.
🔧 Usage
Execute web searches using the bash script:
bash scripts/web-search.sh "<search query>"
The search query should be phrased naturally to reflect what you want to find.
📋 Workflow
After running searches, follow these steps:
- Identify Relevant Information: Extract the most pertinent information from search results
- Synthesize Multiple Sources: Combine information from multiple sources when beneficial
- Cite Information Origins: Always include source URLs and references
- Refine Strategy: If initial results are inadequate, reconsider search strategy with alternative queries
🎨 Best Practices
When to Use This Skill
- Researching current events or recent updates
- Finding documentation for latest library versions
- Investigating error messages and solutions
- Comparing technologies or approaches
- Gathering best practices and recommendations
Query Formulation
Clear Questions: Use explicit language
- ✅ "Please explain Next.js 15's new features"
- ❌ "Next.js 15"
Source Specification: Direct queries to specific sources
- ✅ "Find information from official Next.js documentation"
- ✅ "Search Stack Overflow for TypeScript error solutions"
Response Format: Request specific output formats
- ✅ "Provide code examples"
- ✅ "Present results in table format"
Temporal/Conditional Modifiers: Specify time or difficulty level
- ✅ "Latest React performance optimization techniques for 2025"
- ✅ "Beginner-friendly Python tutorials"
Analysis Directives: Request comparisons and evaluations
- ✅ "Compare Vite and Webpack, including pros and cons"
- ✅ "Analyze trade-offs between different state management solutions"
🚫 When NOT to Use
- Information available in local codebase
- Questions about code you've already read
- General programming knowledge that doesn't require current information
- Simple fact-checking that can be answered from existing context
💡 Tips
- Be specific: More detailed queries yield better results
- Include context: Mention your use case or constraints
- Iterate: Refine queries based on initial results
- Verify sources: Cross-reference information from multiple sources
- Document findings: Keep track of useful sources for future reference
🔍 Example Queries
bash scripts/web-search.sh "What are the new features in Next.js 15? Include official release notes."
bash scripts/web-search.sh "How does React Query's useQuery hook work? Provide code examples from official documentation."
bash scripts/web-search.sh "TypeScript error: Type 'string' is not assignable to type 'number'. Find solutions on Stack Overflow."
bash scripts/web-search.sh "What are Claude AI's latest updates in 2025? Search Anthropic announcements."
bash scripts/web-search.sh "React performance optimization techniques. Include official documentation and community best practices."
bash scripts/web-search.sh "Compare Vite and Webpack build tools. Include advantages, disadvantages, and use case recommendations."
📚 Related Skills
- code-review: Use after implementing solutions found through web search
- doc-generator: Document findings and integrate into project documentation
- typescript-dev: Apply TypeScript-specific findings to your projects
Note: This skill requires the gemini command to be installed and configured. Ensure you have proper API access and credentials set up.
