quotewise

What This Skill Does

Quotewise is a specialized semantic search engine integrated as an OpenClaw skill. Unlike traditional keyword-based search tools that often return surface-level matches or hallucinated citations, Quotewise leverages vector embeddings to find quotes based on the underlying concept, intent, or sentiment of a user's query. It provides high-integrity source transparency, ensuring that every result is linked to its verified origin. By integrating Quotewise, OpenClaw agents gain the ability to assist with nuanced requests, such as finding inspiration for a speech, verifying the attribution of a quote, or discovering philosophical perspectives on complex topics.

Installation

To begin using Quotewise, first install the skill package via the OpenClaw management CLI: clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/quotewisio/quotewise. For persistent configuration and improved functionality, use the mcporter tool to configure the server globally. By running npx mcporter config add quotewise https://mcp.quotewise.io/mcp --header "User-Agent=quotewise-skill/1.0" --scope home, you enable shorter command syntax. Users seeking to manage collections or bypass anonymous usage limits should pass an Authorization header containing their QUOTEWISE_API_KEY during the configuration process.

Use Cases

Quotewise is designed for high-precision information retrieval. Use this skill when you need:

• Conceptual Discovery: Finding quotes about abstract feelings like 'courage in uncertainty' or 'the beauty of entropy'.
• Attribution Verification: Checking if a specific quote is misattributed to a historical figure.
• Content Creation: Sourcing quotes for social media or presentations that fit specific character counts or reading levels.
• Thematic Research: Investigating how a specific author, such as Marcus Aurelius or Virginia Woolf, approached a particular subject matter throughout their work.

Example Prompts

1. "I'm writing a speech about overcoming failure; can you find me a few short, inspiring quotes from historical figures on that topic?"
2. "Is the quote 'Be the change you wish to see in the world' actually from Gandhi? Can you verify the origin for me?"
3. "Find me a one-liner about the nature of time from a classic literary source, keeping it under 280 characters for a social post."

Tips & Limitations

• Leverage Filtering: Always use filters like reading_level, length, or content_rating to narrow down results. If your initial search returns too many results, append a limit parameter.
• Semantic Precision: The more descriptive your about parameter is, the better the engine performs. Instead of 'love', use 'the bittersweet nature of unrequited love'.
• Authentication: Anonymous access is limited to 20 requests per day. For power users or production-level agents, ensure an API key is configured to avoid rate limiting.