search
Search Google via Bright Data SERP API. Returns structured JSON results with title, link, and description. Requires BRIGHTDATA_API_KEY and BRIGHTDATA_UNLOCKER_ZONE environment variables.
Best use case
search is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Search Google via Bright Data SERP API. Returns structured JSON results with title, link, and description. Requires BRIGHTDATA_API_KEY and BRIGHTDATA_UNLOCKER_ZONE environment variables.
Teams using search should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/search/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How search Compares
| Feature / Agent | search | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Search Google via Bright Data SERP API. Returns structured JSON results with title, link, and description. Requires BRIGHTDATA_API_KEY and BRIGHTDATA_UNLOCKER_ZONE environment variables.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Bright Data - Google Search
Search Google and get structured JSON results using Bright Data's SERP API.
## Setup
**1. Get your API Key:**
Get a key from [Bright Data Dashboard](https://brightdata.com/cp).
**2. Create a Web Unlocker zone:**
Create a zone at brightdata.com/cp by clicking "Add" (top-right), selecting "Unlocker zone".
**3. Set environment variables:**
```bash
export BRIGHTDATA_API_KEY="your-api-key"
export BRIGHTDATA_UNLOCKER_ZONE="your-zone-name"
```
## Usage
```bash
bash scripts/search.sh "query" [cursor]
```
**Parameters:**
- `query` (required): Search term
- `cursor` (optional): Page number for pagination (0-indexed, default: 0)
**Examples:**
```bash
# Basic search
bash scripts/search.sh "climate change"
# Get page 2 of results
bash scripts/search.sh "climate change" 1
```
## Output Format
Returns JSON with structured `organic` array:
```json
{
"organic": [
{
"link": "https://example.com/article",
"title": "Article Title",
"description": "Brief description of the page..."
}
]
}
```
## Dependencies
- `curl` - For API requests
- `jq` - For JSON processingRelated Skills
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