google-search
Search the web using Google Custom Search Engine (PSE). Use this when you need live information, documentation, or to research topics and the built-in web_search is unavailable.
Best use case
google-search is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Search the web using Google Custom Search Engine (PSE). Use this when you need live information, documentation, or to research topics and the built-in web_search is unavailable.
Teams using google-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/google-search/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How google-search Compares
| Feature / Agent | google-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 the web using Google Custom Search Engine (PSE). Use this when you need live information, documentation, or to research topics and the built-in web_search is unavailable.
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
# Google Search Skill
This skill allows OpenClaw agents to perform web searches via Google's Custom Search API (PSE).
## Setup
1. **Google Cloud Console:** Create a project and enable the "Custom Search API".
2. **API Key:** Generate an API Key.
3. **Search Engine ID (CX):** Create a Programmable Search Engine at [cse.google.com](https://cse.google.com/cse/all), and get your CX ID.
4. **Environment:** Store your credentials in a `.env` file in your workspace:
```
GOOGLE_API_KEY=your_key_here
GOOGLE_CSE_ID=your_cx_id_here
```
## Workflow
... (rest of file)
## Example Usage
```bash
GOOGLE_API_KEY=xxx GOOGLE_CSE_ID=yyy python3 skills/google-search/scripts/search.py "OpenClaw documentation"
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