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What it does

The Ask Web tool lets your agents ask questions and get AI-powered answers using real-time data from the web. Perfect for getting current information, research, and answers to questions that require up-to-date knowledge.

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Key features

  • Get answers using current web data
  • AI-powered responses with source citations
  • Real-time information beyond training data cutoffs
  • Automatic source verification and linking
  • Handles complex questions requiring research

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Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
querystringYesThe question to ask using web data

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Common use cases

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Get current information

query: "What is the current stock price of Apple?"
Perfect for real-time data that changes frequently.

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Research recent events

query: "What are the latest developments in AI regulation in 2024?"
Get information about recent news and developments.

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Compare current options

query: "What are the best project management tools available in 2024?"
Research and compare current products or services.

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Verify facts and figures

query: "What is the current population of Tokyo?"
Get accurate, up-to-date statistics and facts.

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Technical research

query: "How do I implement OAuth 2.0 with the latest security best practices?"
Get current technical guidance and best practices.

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Best practices

  • Ask specific, well-formed questions for better results
  • Include timeframes when asking about current events
  • Be clear about what type of information you need
  • Review the provided sources for accuracy
  • Use for information that may have changed recently

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Troubleshooting

“No results found”
  • Try rephrasing your question more specifically
  • Check if the topic might be too niche or recent
  • Break complex questions into simpler parts
“Search failed”
  • Verify your internet connection
  • Try a different phrasing of your question
  • Check if the query contains any restricted terms
“Incomplete answer”
  • The question might be too broad - try being more specific
  • Some topics may have limited web coverage
  • Consider breaking into multiple focused questions