research

name: research description: "Deep research on topics using web search and page fetching. Use when: user asks to research, investigate, or needs comprehensive multi-source info on a topic. Don't use when: user wants a quick definition (use define skill), current news headlines (use news skill), or to summarize a single URL (use summarize skill)." version: "1.0.0"

Web Research

Use when

• "research X", "look into X", "tell me everything about X"
• Needs multiple sources, comprehensive well-sourced information

Don't use when

• Quick word definition (use define)
• Current news headlines (use news)
• Summarize a single URL (use summarize)
• Simple factual answer

Instructions

When researching a topic:

1. Start with a broad web_search to understand the topic

2. For detailed info, use web_fetch on promising URLs

   • Prefer authoritative sources (Wikipedia, official sites, reputable news)
   • Avoid clickbait or low-quality sources

3. Synthesize information from multiple sources

   • Cross-reference facts when possible
   • Note if sources conflict

4. Format findings clearly:

   • Lead with the key answer
   • Add supporting details
   • Cite sources when relevant

5. Save important findings to memory if the user might need them later