Exa Answer FAQs

Question 1

Can I customize the response style?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the '--system-prompt' flag allows you to guide the AI's answer style, such as requesting a response suitable for a specific audience or in a specific format.

Question 2

How can I reduce token usage with this skill?

Accepted Answer

You can use the '--output-format toon' flag for a 40% token reduction or pipe JSON output to 'jq' to extract only the specific fields you need, which can reduce token usage by up to 80%.

Question 3

Can I get structured data from this skill?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by using the '--output-schema' flag, you can define a custom JSON schema to ensure the AI returns structured, parseable data every time.

Question 4

Why should I use 'answer' instead of 'search'?

Accepted Answer

Use 'answer' when you need a synthesized response that combines information from multiple sources. Use 'search' for simple lookups where you only need the URLs for manual verification.

Question 5

What is the cost per answer with Exa Answer?

Accepted Answer

Each call to the Exa Answer skill costs approximately $0.005, making it a cost-effective solution for complex queries requiring AI synthesis.

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