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google-search
by
mxfeinberg
· GitHub ↗
· v1.0.0
17633
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Install in OpenClaw
/install google-search
Description
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.
Usage Guidance
Install only if you are comfortable providing a Google Custom Search API key and having agent search queries sent to Google. Use a restricted key, keep any .env file private, add it to .gitignore, and avoid searching for confidential content.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: google-search
Version: 1.0.0
This skill bundle is classified as benign. The `scripts/search.py` script correctly implements a Google Custom Search functionality, securely retrieving API keys (`GOOGLE_API_KEY`, `GOOGLE_CSE_ID`) from environment variables using `os.getenv`. It only makes network requests to the official Google Custom Search API endpoint (`https://www.googleapis.com/customsearch/v1`). The `SKILL.md` documentation provides clear setup instructions and does not contain any prompt injection attempts or instructions for the agent to perform malicious actions.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The skill’s stated purpose is web search through Google Custom Search, and the script implements that by sending the query, API key, CSE ID, and result count to Google’s Custom Search endpoint.
Instruction Scope
The instructions describe setup and command-line usage only; there is no artifact evidence of prompt override, autonomous action, destructive behavior, or unrelated agent control.
Install Mechanism
The bundle contains a visible Markdown instruction file and a small Python script, with no installer, package download command, obfuscation, or hidden setup behavior.
Credentials
The required GOOGLE_API_KEY and GOOGLE_CSE_ID environment variables are proportionate for this integration, though users should understand that searches are sent to Google.
Persistence & Privilege
The setup suggests storing credentials in a workspace .env file; this is common, but the documentation does not explicitly warn users to keep that file private and out of version control.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install google-search - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/google-search - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
- Initial release of the Google Search skill for OpenClaw agents.
- Enables web searches via Google's Custom Search API (PSE).
- Provides setup instructions for API key and Programmable Search Engine ID.
- Includes usage example for performing searches from the command line.
Metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 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. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 17633 downloads so far.
How do I install google-search?
Run "/install google-search" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is google-search free?
Yes, google-search is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does google-search support?
google-search is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created google-search?
It is built and maintained by mxfeinberg (@mxfeinberg); the current version is v1.0.0.
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