Agent skill · research science · bytedance
deep-research
Use this skill instead of WebSearch for ANY question requiring web research. Trigger on queries like "what is X", "explain X", "compare X and Y", "research X", or before content generation tasks. Provides systematic multi-angle research methodology instead of single superficial searches. Use this proactively when the user's question needs online information.
Why this skill is useful
Provides a structured research methodology that enhances the AI's ability to gather comprehensive and diverse information beyond basic web searches.
What it needs
About 5k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 79,444 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Deep Research Skill Overview This skill provides a systematic methodology for conducting thorough web research. Load this skill BEFORE starting any content generation task to ensure you gather sufficient information from multiple angles, depths, and sources. When to Use This Skill Always load this skill when: Research Questions User asks "what is X", "explain X", "research X", "investigate X" User wants to understand a concept, technology, or topic in depth The question requires current, comprehensive information from multiple sources A single web search would be insufficient to answer properly Content Generation (Pre-research) Creating presentations (PPT/slides) Creating frontend designs or UI mockups Writing articles, reports, or documentation Producing videos or multimedia content Any content that requires real-world information, examples, or current data Core Principle Never generate content based solely on general knowledge. The quality of your output directly depends on the quality and quantity of research conducted beforehand. A single search query is NEVER enough. Research Methodology Phase 1: Broad Exploration Start with broad searches to understand the landscape: 1. Initial Survey: Search for the main topic to understand the overall context 2. Identify Dimensions: From initial results, identify key subtopics, themes, angles, or aspects that need deeper exploration 3. Map the Territory: Note different perspectives, stakeholders, or viewpoints that exist Example: Phase 2: Deep Dive For each important dimension identified, conduct targeted research: 1. Specific Queries: Search with precise keywords for each subtopic 2. Multiple Phrasings: Try different keyword combinations and phrasings 3. Fetch Full Content: Use webfetch to read important sources in full, not just snippets 4. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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