Can I search for specific topics within a framework?

Yes, the skill supports a topic parameter allowing you to filter documentation for specific areas like authentication, routing, or state management.

Does this skill require the library to be installed locally?

No, this skill is specifically designed to retrieve documentation from cloud sources, making it perfect for researching libraries before you install them.

What happens if a library is not found in the database?

If the context7 API does not return a result or encounters an error, the skill is programmed to fall back to a standard web search to find the necessary information.

How does the Documentation Lookup skill find library information?

The skill uses a two-step process: first, it searches the context7 API to find a unique library ID, and then it fetches specific documentation pages or topics using that ID.

Documentation Lookup

Name: Documentation Lookup
Author: krmcbride

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Learning & Documentation

Retrieves comprehensive API documentation and code examples for libraries and frameworks directly within the Claude Code environment.

The Documentation Lookup skill bridges the gap between coding and external references by allowing Claude to search for specific library IDs and fetch relevant documentation topics via the context7 API. It is essential for developers working with unfamiliar frameworks or when local source code is unavailable, providing instant access to API signatures, usage patterns, and configuration guides. By integrating documentation retrieval into the workflow, it minimizes context-switching and ensures Claude provides accurate, up-to-date implementation advice based on official library resources.

Key Features

01Markdown-formatted snippets with runnable code examples

02Automatic web search fallback for obscure or new libraries

03Contextual library search via context7 API integration

042 GitHub stars

05Topic-specific documentation retrieval for targeted learning

06Support for pagination to navigate extensive documentation

Use Cases

01Exploring framework features and best practices without leaving the terminal

02Quickly referencing React hook signatures or specific library API methods

03Troubleshooting integration issues when third-party source code is not local

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add krmcbride/claude-plugins documentation-lookup

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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