findLocate anything with progressive search expansion, multi-source validation, and iterative refinement until found.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install ivangdavila/findNeed → Clarify → Search → Validate → [Found? Deliver : Expand]Keep searching until found or exhausted. Start narrow, expand progressively. Validate before delivering.
Not for: Things you already know, simple lookups, browsing.
Before searching, clarify:
| Element | Why |
|---------|-----|
| What exactly? | Avoid finding wrong thing |
| Success criteria | How will we know it's right? |
| Constraints | Budget, location, time, format |
| Already tried? | Don't repeat failed paths |
If user is vague → ask ONE clarifying question, then start.
Start narrow, expand if not found:
1. Obvious sources → Direct lookup, known locations
2. Specialized sources → Domain-specific databases, expert communities
3. Alternative queries → Different words, related concepts
4. Indirect paths → Who would know? What links to this?
5. Ask human → More context, different angleEach expansion: try multiple sources in parallel when possible.
Before delivering, verify:
If uncertain → say so. "Found X but not 100% sure it's what you need."
FOUND: [what]
WHERE: [source]
CONFIDENCE: [high/medium/low]
CAVEATS: [if any]If multiple results: summarize and let user choose.
If exhausted all paths:
Related: For iterating until success criteria are met, see loop. For multi-phase workflows, see cycle.
Generated Mar 1, 2026
A marketing team needs to find detailed market reports on consumer electronics trends in Southeast Asia. The skill clarifies criteria like publication date, source credibility, and budget constraints, then searches through industry databases, academic journals, and expert forums, validating findings before delivery.
A law firm requires locating specific court rulings or legal precedents related to intellectual property disputes. The skill starts with direct legal databases, expands to specialized law libraries and alternative query terms, and validates accuracy and relevance to ensure reliable information for case strategy.
An engineer needs to find a rare electronic component with specific technical specifications and availability constraints. The skill clarifies exact part numbers and supplier criteria, searches through manufacturer catalogs, distributor networks, and industry forums, verifying compatibility and lead times before recommending sources.
A medical researcher is looking for patient demographic data or clinical study results on a rare disease. The skill defines success criteria like data recency and ethical compliance, searches through medical databases, research publications, and healthcare institutions, validating reliability and relevance for trial design.
An investor wants to locate commercial properties in a specific city with budget and zoning constraints. The skill clarifies location preferences and investment goals, searches through real estate listings, government records, and industry reports, validating property details and market trends to support decision-making.
Offer monthly or annual subscriptions where businesses pay for access to the Find skill integrated into their workflows. Revenue comes from tiered plans based on search volume and complexity, with premium features like priority validation and expanded source access.
License the Find skill as an API for developers to embed in applications, charging per search query or based on data volume. Revenue is generated through usage-based pricing, with additional fees for high-confidence validations or specialized industry sources.
Provide tailored consulting services to integrate the Find skill into specific business processes, such as market analysis or compliance checks. Revenue comes from one-time project fees and ongoing support contracts, leveraging the skill's iterative refinement for client-specific needs.
💬 Integration Tip
Integrate the Find skill into existing data platforms or CRM systems to automate information retrieval, ensuring it aligns with user workflows by setting up predefined search criteria and validation rules.
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