web-fetch
Fetch a web page and extract readable text content. Use when user needs to retrieve or read a web page.
Best use case
web-fetch is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Fetch a web page and extract readable text content. Use when user needs to retrieve or read a web page.
Teams using web-fetch 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/web-fetch/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How web-fetch Compares
| Feature / Agent | web-fetch | 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?
Fetch a web page and extract readable text content. Use when user needs to retrieve or read a web page.
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.
SKILL.md Source
# web-fetch
Fetch a web page and extract readable text content.
## Usage
```bash
{baseDir}/fetch.js <url> [--raw]
```
- `<url>` — URL to fetch
- `--raw` — Output raw HTML instead of extracted text
## Examples
```bash
{baseDir}/fetch.js https://example.com
{baseDir}/fetch.js https://example.com --raw
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