DuckDuckResearch FAQs

Question 1

Can I use DuckDuckResearch for automated workflows?

Accepted Answer

Yes! DuckDuckResearch is designed for automated workflows. It can be integrated with tools like Roo Code using the Model Context Protocol to automate web search, content extraction, and screenshot capture in a programmatic way.

Question 2

What is DuckDuckResearch?

Accepted Answer

DuckDuckResearch is a tool that enables web searching via DuckDuckGo, content extraction from web pages as Markdown, and screenshot capture, all automated through an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server.

Question 3

What are the main features of DuckDuckResearch?

Accepted Answer

The key features include DuckDuckGo searching, content extraction to Markdown, automated screenshot capture, configurable safe search levels, and robust error handling to prevent bot detection.

Question 4

How do I install and use DuckDuckResearch?

Accepted Answer

First, clone the repository, install dependencies with npm, and build the project. Then, configure the MCP server in your Cline settings, specifying the path to the built index.js file. Available tools include search_duckduckgo, visit_page, and take_screenshot.

Question 5

What are the prerequisites for using DuckDuckResearch?

Accepted Answer

You'll need Node.js (v18 or higher) and npm installed. A system capable of running Chrome/Chromium (required by Playwright) is also necessary for screenshot and content extraction functionalities.

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