Lite Research Skill

This skill performs quick research by searching the web and reading the top results using built-in tools with advanced search strategies.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when the user says "research <topic>" (but NOT "deep research"). This skill:

• Uses web_search to find results for multiple related queries using search best practices
• Uses web_fetch to read the top 5 results for each query
• Does NOT spawn sub-agents
• Provides a summary of findings with sources

Advanced Search Strategy

Instead of basic queries, this skill uses research-proven techniques and limits queries to maximum 5:

1. Query Variations with Synonyms and Alternatives

For a topic like "artificial intelligence", create 2-5 queries like:

• "artificial intelligence" OR "AI" OR "machine learning"
• "artificial intelligence" overview introduction basics
• "artificial intelligence" recent developments 2024 2025
• "artificial intelligence" challenges problems issues
• "artificial intelligence" applications uses examples

Limit: Maximum 5 queries total to balance thoroughness with efficiency.

2. Boolean Operators and Search Techniques

• Use OR for synonyms: "climate change" OR "global warming"
• Use quotation marks for exact phrases
• Include both singular and plural forms
• Add time constraints when relevant

3. Alternative Terminology

Consider:

• Different spellings (globalization vs globalisation)
• Technical vs common terms ("myocardial infarction" vs "heart attack")
• Regional variations ("university" vs "college")
• Historical terminology changes

4. Multi-Perspective Approach

Create queries from different angles:

• Basic overview: "{topic} overview introduction"
• Current state: "{topic} 2024 2025 recent developments"
• Critical analysis: "{topic} challenges problems issues"
• Applications: "{topic} applications uses examples"

Implementation Workflow

When user says "research <topic>":

1. Analyze the topic - identify key concepts and potential synonyms

2. Create 2-5 strategic queries maximum using:

   • Synonyms with OR operators
   • Different query types (overview, recent, critical, applications)
   • Time-specific terms when relevant
   • Quotation marks for exact phrases
   • Important: Never exceed 5 distinct queries

3. Execute searches with count=5 for each query (max 5 queries total)

4. Fetch and analyze content from results

5. Compile findings focusing on:

   • Key concepts and definitions
   • Current developments and trends
   • Different perspectives and applications
   • Notable challenges or controversies

Example Queries for "renewable energy"

• "renewable energy" OR "clean energy" OR "green energy"
• "renewable energy" overview introduction "current state"
• "renewable energy" 2024 2025 "recent developments" trends
• "renewable energy" challenges problems limitations issues
• "renewable energy" applications examples projects case studies

Maximum 5 queries total - adjust based on topic complexity and available information.

Important Notes

• Only triggers on "research" commands, not "deep research"
• Never spawn sub-agents - use direct tool calls
• Focus on comprehensive but quick overview
• Provide sources and URLs for transparency
• Adapt query strategy based on topic complexity