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Context7 by tomevault-io — Agent Skill

Name: Context7
Author: tomevault-io

Context7

Fetch up-to-date library documentation using Context7 API. Use this skill when the user asks for docs, examples, or help with a specific library/framework (e.g., "look up React docs", "context7 nextjs routing", "fetch docs for fastapi"). Use when this capability is needed.

tomevault-io Updated Sep 17, 2026

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Context7 Documentation Fetcher

This skill fetches up-to-date documentation and code examples from libraries using the Context7 API.

Standard Workflow

Context7 requires a two-step process:

Step 1: Search for the Library ID

First, search for the library to get its ID:

GET https://context7.com/api/v2/libs/search?libraryName=<library>&query=<context>

Parameters:

libraryName: The library name (e.g., "react", "nextjs", "fastapi")
query: Search context to help find the right library

The response contains a results array with library objects. Use the id field from the first result.

Step 2: Get Documentation Context

Use the library ID to fetch relevant documentation:

GET https://context7.com/api/v2/context?libraryId=<id>&query=<question>

Parameters:

libraryId: The ID from step 1 (e.g., "/vercel/next.js")
query: Natural language question about the documentation

This returns ranked code snippets and documentation matching your query.

Example Usage

When the user asks about a library:

Search for the library: Use WebFetch to call:
```
https://context7.com/api/v2/libs/search?libraryName=nextjs&query=routing
```
Extract the library ID from the response (e.g., "/vercel/next.js")

Fetch documentation: Use WebFetch to call:

https://context7.com/api/v2/context?libraryId=/vercel/next.js&query=How to setup dynamic routes

Present the results to the user with the relevant code examples and documentation.

Tips for Best Results

Use specific, detailed queries rather than vague terms
Include relevant context in the query (e.g., "useState hook with TypeScript" instead of just "state")
The API works without an API key but has restricted rate limits

Handling Responses

Status	Meaning	Action
200	Success	Process and present results
202	Processing	Library still indexing; inform user to try later
301	Redirect	Use the `redirectUrl` from response
429	Rate Limited	Inform user about rate limit; suggest waiting
404	Not Found	Library doesn't exist; suggest alternative search

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---name: context7-2description: Fetch up-to-date library documentation using Context7 API. Use this skill when the user asks for docs, examples, or help with a specific library/framework (e.g., "look up React docs", "context7 nextjs routing", "fetch docs for fastapi"). Use when this capability is needed.---# Context7 Documentation FetcherThis skill fetches up-to-date documentation and code examples from libraries using the Context7 API.## Standard WorkflowContext7 requires a **two-step process**:### Step 1: Search for the Library IDFirst, search for the library to get its ID:```GET https://context7.com/api/v2/libs/search?libraryName=<library>&query=<context>```Parameters:- `libraryName`: The library name (e.g., "react", "nextjs", "fastapi")- `query`: Search context to help find the right libraryThe response contains a `results` array with library objects. Use the `id` field from the first result.### Step 2: Get Documentation ContextUse the library ID to fetch relevant documentation:```GET https://context7.com/api/v2/context?libraryId=<id>&query=<question>```Parameters:- `libraryId`: The ID from step 1 (e.g., "/vercel/next.js")- `query`: Natural language question about the documentationThis returns ranked code snippets and documentation matching your query.## Example UsageWhen the user asks about a library:1. **Search for the library**: Use WebFetch to call: ``` https://context7.com/api/v2/libs/search?libraryName=nextjs&query=routing ``` Extract the library ID from the response (e.g., "/vercel/next.js")2. **Fetch documentation**: Use WebFetch to call: ``` https://context7.com/api/v2/context?libraryId=/vercel/next.js&query=How to setup dynamic routes ```3. **Present the results** to the user with the relevant code examples and documentation.## Tips for Best Results- Use specific, detailed queries rather than vague terms- Include relevant context in the query (e.g., "useState hook with TypeScript" instead of just "state")- The API works without an API key but has restricted rate limits## Handling Responses| Status | Meaning | Action ||--------|---------|--------|| 200 | Success | Process and present results || 202 | Processing | Library still indexing; inform user to try later || 301 | Redirect | Use the `redirectUrl` from response || 429 | Rate Limited | Inform user about rate limit; suggest waiting || 404 | Not Found | Library doesn't exist; suggest alternative search |---> Converted and distributed by [TomeVault](https://tomevault.io/claim/erwinkn) — claim your Tome and manage your conversions.

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