Overview
Web Search Mode brings real-time internet research directly into your TeamAI chats. It retrieves current information, cites sources, and provides summarized answers—no API keys or external setup required. Ideal for marketers, analysts, and researchers who need up-to-date insights without leaving their workspace.
Learning Objectives:
Access and activate Web Search Mode
Formulate effective search queries
Interpret and verify search results with citations
Apply advanced search techniques for better accuracy
Prerequisites
You'll Need:
Active TeamAI workspace access
Basic understanding of your research topic
No API keys or external accounts needed
Access Web Search Mode
Enable and Use Web Search
Activate Web Search Mode
In chat interface, click globe icon in mode selector
Interface switches to Web Search Mode
Enter your query
Type naturally: "Compare AI model releases from OpenAI and Anthropic"
Be specific: "Best AI model for social media content creation"
Ask comparative questions: "Which model is best for keyword research?"
Review summarized results
TeamAI provides synthesized summary
Key takeaways are highlighted
Source URLs are included for verification
Follow up to refine
Ask clarifying questions in same chat
Example: "Show only sources from 2024" or "Provide top 3 statistics"
Result: You receive current, sourced information integrated directly into your conversation.
Advanced Search Techniques
Pro Tips for Better Results
Technique | Example | When to Use |
Specific keywords | "Best AI model for social media content creation" | Narrowing results to your use case |
Comparative queries | "Which is better: Claude or GPT-4 for analysis?" | Getting structured comparisons |
Context maintenance | Follow-up in same chat thread | Building on previous research |
Source verification | Click cited links to verify claims | Validating high-impact data |
Best Practices:
Use specific, detailed queries for better accuracy
Maintain conversation context by following up in same chat
Verify critical information by opening cited links
Combine web search with document uploads or agent knowledge for comprehensive analysis
Common Use Cases
Market Research: Quickly summarize competitor launches and pricing strategies
Compliance Updates: Retrieve current laws and regulations (housing, labor, data privacy)
Academic Research: Pull recent studies from reliable sources
Content Creation: Gather fresh insights and statistics for campaigns and blogs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use my own Google or SERP API key?
A: No. Web Search Mode replaces external APIs entirely—everything runs natively within TeamAI.
Q: Does it show citations?
A: Yes. Every answer includes source URLs for verification and transparency.
Q: Can I combine Web Search Mode with agents or document uploads?
A: Absolutely. Switch between modes or ask agents to analyze both web results and uploaded documents in the same workflow.
Q: How current is the data?
A: Real-time. Information is retrieved from current web sources, typically updated within minutes or hours of publication.