web-research

Coordinate web searches and synthesize findings into a cited research report.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque --skill web-research-dotlab-hq
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-research
Source: https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque/tree/main/.agents/skills/web-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dotlab-hq/torque --skill web-research-dotlab-hq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the burden of ad hoc online research by organizing searches, delegating focused subagents, and synthesizing sourced findings into a clear, cited report so users get reliable, consolidated answers instead of scattered links.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured planning: Create a research folder and a research plan that breaks the main question into 2-5 distinct subtopics.
  • Delegated web collection: Spawn subagents to run limited web searches (3-5 each) and save findings to local files for reproducible results.
  • Synthesis and citation: Read local findings files, integrate insights, and produce a final report that cites source URLs and notes gaps.
  • Use Cases: Competitive comparisons, current-events summaries, literature overviews, and vendor/product research.

Quick Start

Create a research plan for "remote hiring best practices", spawn subagents to gather sources for each subtopic, then synthesize their findings into a cited research report saved in a dedicated folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate web search and compile findings into a cited research report?▼

Web research automation organizes searches by creating a research plan, spawning subagents to gather sources for distinct subtopics, and synthesizing local findings into a final report with cited URLs.

Can I run multiple web searches in parallel for different research subtopics?▼

Yes, you can spawn delegated subagents to run limited web searches (3-5 each) for each subtopic in parallel, saving their findings to local files for later synthesis into a consolidated report.

What's the best way to structure exploratory research into subtopics before searching?▼

Structuring exploratory research involves creating a dedicated research folder and a research plan that breaks your main question into 2-5 distinct subtopics before delegating web searches to subagents.

Does web research synthesis track source URLs for citation in the final report?▼

Yes, web research synthesis reads local findings files saved by subagents and produces a final report that explicitly cites source URLs while also noting any information gaps discovered.

How many web searches can each subagent run when gathering research sources?▼

Each delegated subagent runs limited web searches, typically 3-5 per subtopic, to gather sources and save findings to local files for reproducible research results.

Can I use subagents for comparative analysis and current-events research gathering?▼

Yes, subagents support comparative analyses, current-events summaries, literature overviews, and vendor research by delegating focused web searches and synthesizing sourced findings into cited reports.