serpapi-install-auth
Install SerpApi client and configure API key authentication. Use when setting up SerpApi for search result scraping, configuring API keys, or initializing the serpapi Python/Node package. Trigger: "install serpapi", "setup serpapi", "serpapi auth", "serpapi API key".
Best use case
serpapi-install-auth is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Install SerpApi client and configure API key authentication. Use when setting up SerpApi for search result scraping, configuring API keys, or initializing the serpapi Python/Node package. Trigger: "install serpapi", "setup serpapi", "serpapi auth", "serpapi API key".
Teams using serpapi-install-auth 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/serpapi-install-auth/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How serpapi-install-auth Compares
| Feature / Agent | serpapi-install-auth | 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?
Install SerpApi client and configure API key authentication. Use when setting up SerpApi for search result scraping, configuring API keys, or initializing the serpapi Python/Node package. Trigger: "install serpapi", "setup serpapi", "serpapi auth", "serpapi API key".
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
# SerpApi Install & Auth
## Overview
Install the SerpApi client library and configure API key authentication. SerpApi provides structured JSON results from Google, Bing, YouTube, and 15+ search engines. Auth is API-key-based via the `api_key` parameter or `SERPAPI_API_KEY` env var.
## Prerequisites
- SerpApi account at [serpapi.com](https://serpapi.com)
- API key from [serpapi.com/manage-api-key](https://serpapi.com/manage-api-key)
- Node.js 18+ or Python 3.8+
## Instructions
### Step 1: Install Client
```bash
# Python (official)
pip install serpapi
# Node.js (official)
npm install serpapi
# Alternative Python package (legacy but widely used)
pip install google-search-results
```
### Step 2: Configure API Key
```bash
# .env
SERPAPI_API_KEY=your-api-key-here
```
### Step 3: Verify Connection (Python)
```python
import serpapi, os
client = serpapi.Client(api_key=os.environ["SERPAPI_API_KEY"])
result = client.search(engine="google", q="test", num=1)
print(f"Connected! Search ID: {result['search_metadata']['id']}")
```
### Step 4: Verify Connection (Node.js)
```typescript
import { getJson } from 'serpapi';
const result = await getJson({
engine: 'google', q: 'test', num: 1,
api_key: process.env.SERPAPI_API_KEY,
});
console.log(`Connected! Search ID: ${result.search_metadata.id}`);
```
### Step 5: Check Account
```bash
curl "https://serpapi.com/account.json?api_key=$SERPAPI_API_KEY" | jq '{
plan: .plan_name, used: .this_month_usage, remaining: .plan_searches_left
}'
```
## Output
```
Connected! Search ID: 64a1b2c3d4e5f6
{ plan: "Developer", used: 42, remaining: 4958 }
```
## Error Handling
| Error | Cause | Solution |
|-------|-------|----------|
| `Invalid API key` | Wrong or missing key | Check serpapi.com/manage-api-key |
| `Your account is disabled` | Exceeded limits | Upgrade or wait for monthly reset |
| `ModuleNotFoundError` | Not installed | `pip install serpapi` |
## Resources
- [SerpApi Dashboard](https://serpapi.com/dashboard)
- [Python Integration](https://serpapi.com/integrations/python)
- [Account API](https://serpapi.com/account-api)
## Next Steps
Proceed to `serpapi-hello-world` for your first search.Related Skills
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