Deep Research Agent Skill

Deep Research

Overview

Systematic methodology for thorough web research. **Load this skill BEFORE

starting any content generation task** to ensure information from multiple

angles, depths, and sources.

When to Use

Always load when:

• User asks "what is X", "explain X", "research X", "investigate X"
• User wants to understand a concept, technology, or topic in depth
• A single web search would be insufficient to answer properly
• Before creating presentations, reports, articles, or any content requiring

real-world information

Core Principle

Never generate content based solely on general knowledge. A single search

query is NEVER enough.

Research Methodology

Phase 1: Broad Exploration

Start with broad searches to understand the landscape:

• Initial Survey: Search for the main topic to understand overall context
• Identify Dimensions: From initial results, identify key subtopics,

themes, angles needing deeper exploration

• Map the Territory: Note different perspectives, stakeholders, viewpoints

Phase 2: Deep Dive

For each important dimension identified, conduct targeted research:

• Specific Queries: Search with precise keywords for each subtopic
• Multiple Phrasings: Try different keyword combinations
• Fetch Full Content: Use browse_page to read important sources in full,

not just snippets

• Follow References: When sources mention other resources, search for those

Phase 3: Diversity & Validation

Ensure comprehensive coverage by seeking diverse information types:

| Information Type | Purpose | Example Searches |

|-----------------|---------|------------------|

| Facts & Data | Concrete evidence | "statistics", "data", "market size" |

| Examples & Cases | Real-world applications | "case study", "example", "implementation" |

| Expert Opinions | Authority perspectives | "expert analysis", "interview", "commentary" |

| Trends & Predictions | Future direction | "trends 2026", "forecast", "future of" |

| Comparisons | Context and alternatives | "vs", "comparison", "alternatives" |

| Challenges & Criticisms | Balanced view | "challenges", "limitations", "criticism" |

Phase 4: Synthesis Check

Before proceeding to content generation, verify:

• [ ] Searched from at least 3-5 different angles?
• [ ] Fetched and read the most important sources in full?
• [ ] Have concrete data, examples, and expert perspectives?
• [ ] Explored both positive aspects and challenges/limitations?
• [ ] Information is current and from authoritative sources?

If any answer is NO, continue researching before generating content.

Search Strategy Tips

Effective Query Patterns

# Be specific with context
"enterprise AI adoption trends 2026"

# Include authoritative source hints
"[topic] research paper"
"[topic] McKinsey report"

# Search for specific content types
"[topic] case study"
"[topic] statistics"

# Use temporal qualifiers — use the ACTUAL current year
"[topic] 2026"
"[topic] latest"

Temporal Awareness

Always check the current date before forming search queries:

| User intent | Temporal precision | Example query |

|---|---|---|

| "today / just released" | Month + Day | "tech news February 28 2026" |

| "this week" | Week range | "technology releases week of Feb 24 2026" |

| "recently / latest" | Month | "AI breakthroughs February 2026" |

| "this year / trends" | Year | "software trends 2026" |

When to Use browse_page

Use browse_page to read full content when:

• A search result looks highly relevant and authoritative
• You need detailed information beyond the snippet
• The source contains data, case studies, or expert analysis

Iterative Refinement

Research is iterative:

• Review what you've learned
• Identify gaps in your understanding
• Formulate new, more targeted queries
• Repeat until comprehensive coverage

Quality Bar

Research is sufficient when you can confidently answer:

• What are the key facts and data points?
• What are 2-3 concrete real-world examples?
• What do experts say about this topic?
• What are the current trends and future directions?
• What are the challenges or limitations?
• What makes this topic relevant or important now?

Common Mistakes

• ❌ Stopping after 1-2 searches
• ❌ Relying on search snippets without reading full sources
• ❌ Searching only one aspect of a multi-faceted topic
• ❌ Ignoring contradicting viewpoints or challenges
• ❌ Using outdated information when current data exists
• ❌ Starting content generation before research is complete

Output

After completing research, you should have:

• Comprehensive understanding from multiple angles
• Specific facts, data points, and statistics
• Real-world examples and case studies
• Expert perspectives and authoritative sources
• Current trends and relevant context

Only then proceed to content generation.