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Web Search
OfficialWeb Search in OpenClaw finds real-time results and returns concise summaries with sources, so you can verify current facts and decide with confidence.
v1.5.0 MIT searchwebgoogle
openclaw config set skills.web-search true 📖 Overview
Give OpenClaw real-time internet access. Search the web, summarize articles, and get up-to-date information - all through natural conversation.
📦 Installation
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openclaw config set skills.web-search true 2
openclaw config set google.apiKey $GOOGLE_API_KEY 3
openclaw config set google.cx $GOOGLE_CX🔑 Required Secrets
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GOOGLE_API_KEY -
GOOGLE_CX
⚙️ Configuration
skills:
web-search:
provider: google
api_key: ${GOOGLE_API_KEY}
cx: ${GOOGLE_CX}
max_results: 5💬 Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
Search for [query] | Perform a web search |
Summarize this article: [url] | Fetch and summarize a web page |
💡 Examples
"Search for the latest Node.js release notes."
"What's the weather in Tokyo right now?"
"Find the best restaurants near Central Park."
🛡️ Permissions
network.outbound
🔗 Compatibility
Minimum Version
2026.1.0
Supported Channels
telegramwhatsappdiscordslack
Ready to use this skill?
Install OpenClaw, add Web Search, and adapt it to your workflow with the current skills flow.