# Web Search
**How to search the web with your AI assistant**
This guide shows you how to use RivalSearchMCP to search the internet for current information, news, and data.
## What Web Search Does
Instead of your AI saying "I can't access current information," it will:
- Search Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and Yahoo
- Find current articles, news, and websites
- Get real-time information and updates
- Provide multiple sources for verification
## Basic Search
### Simple Web Search
**Ask your AI:** "Search for 'latest iPhone 15 reviews'"
**What happens:**
- Your AI searches multiple search engines
- Finds current reviews and articles
- Summarizes the key information
- Provides sources and links
### News Search
**Ask your AI:** "Find recent news about artificial intelligence from the last week"
**What happens:**
- Searches for current AI news
- Filters by recent timeframe
- Returns latest articles and updates
- Summarizes major developments
### Product Research
**Ask your AI:** "Search for 'best wireless headphones 2024' and compare the top options"
**What happens:**
- Finds current headphone reviews
- Compares different models
- Provides pricing information
- Lists pros and cons
## Advanced Search Techniques
### Specific Timeframes
- "Find AI news from the past month"
- "Search for electric car reviews from 2024"
- "Get cryptocurrency news from the last 24 hours"
### Geographic Searches
- "Find the best restaurants in downtown Chicago"
- "Search for weather in New York City"
- "Find local news in San Francisco"
### Comparison Searches
- "Compare iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S24"
- "Search for Python vs JavaScript popularity"
- "Compare electric cars vs hybrid cars"
## Search Engines Available
### Google Search
- **Best for:** General information, news, current events
- **Use when:** You want comprehensive results
- **Example:** "Search Google for 'latest AI breakthroughs'"
### Bing Search
- **Best for:** Business information, technical details
- **Use when:** You need structured data
- **Example:** "Search Bing for 'Microsoft earnings 2024'"
### DuckDuckGo
- **Best for:** Privacy-focused searches
- **Use when:** You want unbiased results
- **Example:** "Search DuckDuckGo for 'climate change data'"
### Yahoo Search
- **Best for:** News and current events
- **Use when:** You want recent information
- **Example:** "Search Yahoo for 'today's top stories'"
## Getting Better Search Results
### Be Specific
❌ **Vague:** "Find information about cars"
✅ **Specific:** "Find the top 10 electric car reviews from 2024 with pricing under $50,000"
### Use Natural Language
❌ **Technical:** "Execute search query with parameters"
✅ **Natural:** "Find me the best restaurants in downtown Chicago that are open late"
### Ask for Analysis
❌ **Basic:** "Search for AI news"
✅ **Analytical:** "Search for AI news and tell me which developments are most significant"
### Request Multiple Sources
❌ **Single source:** "Find information about renewable energy"
✅ **Multiple sources:** "Find information about renewable energy from at least 5 different sources"
## Common Search Use Cases
### Current Events
- "What's happening in the stock market today?"
- "Find the latest news about the election"
- "What are the current COVID-19 guidelines?"
### Product Information
- "Find reviews for the latest MacBook Pro"
- "Search for the best gaming laptops under $1000"
- "Compare iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max"
### Business Research
- "Find information about Tesla's latest earnings"
- "Search for startup funding news"
- "Research renewable energy companies"
### Academic Research
- "Find recent research papers about quantum computing"
- "Search for studies on climate change solutions"
- "Find academic sources about machine learning"
## Troubleshooting
### "No results found"
- Try different keywords
- Use more specific terms
- Check your spelling
- Try a different search engine
### "Results seem outdated"
- Add "2024" or "latest" to your search
- Use "recent" or "current" in your query
- Try news-specific searches
### "Too many results"
- Be more specific
- Add filters like "best" or "top 10"
- Use quotes for exact phrases
## Pro Tips
### Combine with Other Tools
- **Search + Analysis:** "Search for renewable energy news and analyze the trends"
- **Search + Website:** "Find the best tech blogs and then explore their websites"
- **Search + Research:** "Search for AI trends and then do comprehensive research"
### Save Time
- Ask for summaries instead of reading everything
- Request specific information upfront
- Use comparison searches to evaluate options
### Verify Information
- Ask for multiple sources
- Request recent information
- Cross-reference with different search engines
## Examples
### Example 1: Current Events
**You ask:** "What's the latest news about electric vehicles?"
**Your AI will:**
1. Search multiple engines for EV news
2. Find recent articles and updates
3. Summarize key developments
4. Provide sources and links
### Example 2: Product Research
**You ask:** "Find the best wireless earbuds under $200 and compare them"
**Your AI will:**
1. Search for wireless earbud reviews
2. Filter by price range
3. Compare different models
4. Provide recommendations
### Example 3: Business Intelligence
**You ask:** "Search for information about AI startup funding in 2024"
**Your AI will:**
1. Find current funding news
2. Identify major deals
3. Analyze trends
4. Provide market insights
## Next Steps
- [Content Extraction](content-extraction.md) - Learn how to pull information from websites
- [Trends Analysis](trends-analysis.md) - Understand search patterns and popularity
- [Research Workflows](research-workflows.md) - Combine multiple tools for comprehensive research
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**Ready to search?** Ask your AI assistant to find current information about any topic!
