> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.enconvo.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# AI Web Search

> Search the web with AI-powered understanding and summarization

## Overview

AI Web Search combines traditional web search with AI understanding, giving you comprehensive answers instead of just links. EnConvo searches the web, reads relevant pages, and synthesizes information into clear, actionable responses.

## How It Works

<Steps>
  <Step title="Query">
    Ask a question or search for information
  </Step>

  <Step title="Search">
    EnConvo searches multiple sources across the web
  </Step>

  <Step title="Analyze">
    AI reads and analyzes the top results
  </Step>

  <Step title="Synthesize">
    Get a comprehensive answer with source citations
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Using AI Web Search

### From SmartBar

1. Open SmartBar with `⇧⌘D`
2. Type your search query
3. Press `Tab` to enable web search, or prefix with `/search`

### Search Commands

| Command             | Example                              |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------ |
| `/search [query]`   | `/search best React frameworks 2024` |
| `/news [topic]`     | `/news AI announcements`             |
| `/research [topic]` | `/research climate change solutions` |

### Search Modes

| Mode                | Description                           |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| **Quick Search**    | Fast answer with top 3 sources        |
| **Deep Research**   | Comprehensive analysis of 10+ sources |
| **News Search**     | Recent news and updates               |
| **Academic Search** | Scholarly articles and papers         |

## Features

### Source Citations

Every answer includes source citations:

* Click to view original source
* See multiple perspectives
* Verify information accuracy

### Real-Time Information

Get up-to-date information:

* Current events
* Latest prices and data
* Recent announcements
* Live information

### Multi-Source Synthesis

EnConvo combines information from multiple sources:

* Compares different viewpoints
* Identifies consensus and disagreements
* Provides balanced summaries

### Follow-Up Questions

Continue the conversation:

* Ask for more details
* Request clarification
* Explore related topics

## Example Queries

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Factual Questions">
    * "What is the current population of Tokyo?"
    * "When was the Eiffel Tower built?"
    * "What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Comparative Research">
    * "Compare React vs Vue vs Angular for enterprise apps"
    * "What are the pros and cons of electric cars?"
    * "Best noise-canceling headphones under \$300"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How-To Guides">
    * "How to set up a home network"
    * "Steps to apply for a passport"
    * "How to learn Python programming"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Current Events">
    * "What's happening in the tech industry today?"
    * "Latest updates on renewable energy"
    * "Recent developments in AI regulation"
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Configuration

### Settings → Web Search

| Setting          | Description                    |
| ---------------- | ------------------------------ |
| **Default Mode** | Quick, Deep, or Custom         |
| **Source Count** | Number of sources to analyze   |
| **Region**       | Prioritize results from region |
| **Language**     | Preferred result language      |
| **Safe Search**  | Filter explicit content        |

### Search Providers

Configure which search providers to use:

* Google
* Bing
* DuckDuckGo
* Custom API

## Privacy Considerations

<Note>
  Web searches are performed through EnConvo's servers by default to provide the best results. For maximum privacy, configure direct search API access.
</Note>

### Privacy Options

| Option            | Description                           |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| **Standard**      | Searches through EnConvo (anonymized) |
| **Direct API**    | Use your own search API keys          |
| **Local History** | Store search history locally only     |

## Tips for Better Results

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Be specific">
    "Best laptop for video editing 2024 under \$2000" gets better results than "good laptop"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Include context">
    "Python error 'NoneType' object has no attribute in data processing" helps find relevant solutions
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Use search modes">
    Use Deep Research for important topics, Quick Search for simple facts
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Ask follow-ups">
    After initial results, ask "Can you elaborate on \[specific point]?" for more detail
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Limitations

* Some websites block automated access
* Very recent information may not be indexed
* Paywalled content cannot be accessed
* Results quality depends on available sources

## Related Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Knowledge Base" icon="database" href="/ai/knowledge-base">
    Search your personal documents
  </Card>

  <Card title="Chat with Webpage" icon="globe" href="/ai/chat">
    Analyze specific webpages
  </Card>
</CardGroup>