Setup & Installation
Or with the ClawHub CLI, for registry-managed skill folders outside a full OpenClaw workspace:
Version History
- Updated the skill description formatting and added the skill name ("Skywork Search (skywork)") for clarity. - Revised API key configuration instructions to clarify that SKYWORK_API_KEY must be set "before use," not specifically in OpenClaw. - No functional or script changes; only SKILL.md documentation was updated for clarity and consistency.
What This Skill Does
Searches the web for real-time information using the Skywork Search API. Supports up to 3 queries per invocation and returns structured results with source URLs and content snippets. Useful as a standalone research tool or as a preliminary step before writing reports, presentations, or documents.
Lets you run multiple focused queries in one call and get structured, citable results without leaving the agent workflow.
When to use it
- Looking up recent news or events on a specific topic
- Gathering current statistics for a report or presentation
- Answering questions that require data beyond training cutoff
- Researching competitor products or market trends
- Fact-checking claims with up-to-date web sources
Example Workflow
Here's how your AI assistant might use this skill in practice.
User asks: What are the latest developments in quantum computing?
- 1Breaks the broad question into two focused queries
- 2Runs the search script with queries like 'quantum computing breakthroughs 2026' and 'quantum computing industry news latest'
- 3Reads the output files containing source URLs and content snippets
- 4Synthesizes findings into a clear summary with source citations
A sourced summary of recent quantum computing developments with links to original articles
Requirements
Accounts, API keys, or tools you or your AI assistant may need to set up while using this skill.