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Augment Code — web-search

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Search the web for information. Returns results in markdown format. Each result includes the URL, title, and a snippet from the page if available. This tool uses Google's Custom Search API to find relevant web pages.

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Overview

Free tool — Augment Code — web-search. Search the web for information. Returns results in markdown format. Each result includes the URL, title, and a snippet from the page if available. This tool uses Google's Cus

What this tool does

"Augment Code — web-search" packages a proven tool so you can skip the trial-and-error of writing one from scratch. Search the web for information. Returns results in markdown format. Each result includes the URL, title, and a snippet from the page if available. This tool uses Google's Custom Search API to find relevant web pages. It is catalogued next to similar resources on OpenRuna, so the rest of the toolkit you need is close by. Paste it straight into a chat, drop it into a system prompt, or store it as a reusable skill.

Use cases

  • Reach for it during planning or review sessions when you want consistent, AI-assisted structure.
  • Combine it with related tools and prompts in the same OpenRuna category to build an end-to-end workflow.
  • Hand "Augment Code — web-search" to a new teammate so their tool output matches your team's quality bar from day one.
  • Use "Augment Code — web-search" when you need a repeatable tool for professional work without rewriting instructions every time.

Example output

Ask the model to apply "Augment Code — web-search" to your scenario and it returns a structured answer — clear sections, actionable steps, and assumptions stated upfront — ready to paste into docs, tickets, or code comments. A short follow-up turn usually tightens the result to exactly what you need.

Tips by platform

Claude

In Claude, paste the full tool as your first message or add it to Project instructions, then ask Claude to confirm assumptions before it executes. For longer tools, iterate inside the artifact panel.

ChatGPT

ChatGPT responds well when you paste this tool and immediately give one concrete example of your input. Use a reasoning-capable model for multi-step work.

Cursor

Add this tool to your Cursor rules and invoke it from Agent mode for repeatable results. Link back to its OpenRuna page in the rule so the source stays discoverable.

Frequently asked questions

What is "Augment Code — web-search"?
It is a tool listed on OpenRuna — Search the web for information. Returns results in markdown format. Each result includes the URL, title, and a snippet from the page if available. This tool uses Google's Custom Search API to find relevant web pages. You can copy and adapt it for ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or any other AI assistant.
Is "Augment Code — web-search" free to use?
Most OpenRuna resources are open or CC0-licensed. Check the license shown on this page before commercial use; premium collections are clearly marked as such.
How do I get the best results from this tool?
Replace any placeholders, add your project context, and ask the model to confirm its assumptions first. Iterate over 2–3 follow-up turns rather than expecting a perfect first response.
Does "Augment Code — web-search" work with both Claude and ChatGPT?
Yes — it is model-agnostic text, so it runs on Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and Cursor. The tips on this page cover each of those assistants specifically.
Where can I find resources related to "Augment Code — web-search"?
Scroll to the Related resources section on this page, or open the matching category hub on OpenRuna to find connected prompts, tools, agents, and datasets in the same topic area.

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