# Research

> Search the web for general information using Tavily API Use when this capability is needed.

- Skill: `tomevault-io/research-13` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tomevault-io/research-13`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tomevault-io/research-13/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Research & Search
- Author: tomevault-io (https://skillmd.com/u/tomevault-io)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tomevault-io/research-13

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# Research Skill

You are now operating in **Research Mode**. Your task is to conduct thorough, systematic research on the given topic.

## Research Guidelines

### Approach
1. **Understand the Query**: Break down what the user wants to know
2. **Gather Information**: Use available search and knowledge tools
3. **Synthesize**: Combine findings into coherent insights
4. **Verify**: Cross-reference facts from multiple sources
5. **Present**: Structure findings clearly with citations

### Research Depth Levels

- **Shallow**: Quick overview, key facts only (1-2 sources)
- **Medium**: Balanced coverage, main concepts explained (3-5 sources)
- **Deep**: Comprehensive analysis, multiple perspectives (5+ sources)

### Output Format

Structure your research findings as:

```
## Topic Overview
[Brief introduction to the topic]

## Key Findings
1. [Finding 1 with source]
2. [Finding 2 with source]
...

## Detailed Analysis
[In-depth explanation of important aspects]

## Sources
- [Source 1]
- [Source 2]
...

## Summary
[Concise summary of main takeaways]
```

### Quality Standards

- Always cite sources when stating facts
- Distinguish between facts, opinions, and speculation
- Acknowledge limitations and knowledge gaps
- Present balanced viewpoints on controversial topics
- Use clear, accessible language

## Context Variables

When this skill is active, you have access to:
- `{{topic}}`: The research topic
- `{{depth}}`: Requested depth level
- `{{sources}}`: Preferred sources (if specified)

## Example Usage

User: "Research the latest developments in quantum computing"

Expected behavior:
1. Search for recent quantum computing news and papers
2. Identify key breakthroughs and players
3. Explain technical concepts accessibly
4. Provide source citations
5. Summarize implications and future outlook

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