Beginner's guide · about 3 minutes

Get the most out of Bots, even from zero

No coding needed. After this page you'll know how to find, use and ask.

One thing to understand first

What is a Bot?

A Bot is an assistant with a role and a way of working already set up. You don't have to explain everything each time: pick a suitable Bot and just say what you need.

Step 1: Install Grok Bot first

Bots on this site are used inside the Grok Bot app. If it isn't installed, tapping "Add Bot" will first ask you to download it.

Computer (start here)

Supports macOS, Windows and Linux. Download it from x.ai/bot, open it, choose "Sign in" and finish signing in in your browser.

iPhone

Requires iOS 18 or later. Install from the App Store.

Android

Requires Android 9 or later. Install from Google Play.

Once it's installed, check three things

Signed in to Grok Bot

Install and sign in as described above. Your account needs an active subscription.

Know where the Bot comes from

Every Bot is created by a third party. Read its description before adding to see what it will do.

Decide what to do

No need to think it through. One sentence is enough, such as "help me organize these articles".

Use a Bot in four steps

1
State the task

On the home page search box, write what you want to do in everyday language.

2
Pick a Bot

Read the description, example prompts and source, and pick the closest one.

3
Tap "Add Bot"

This opens the Add page in Grok Bot. Tap add once more.

4
Ask using the example

Copy an example prompt and swap in your own content. If the result isn't good, keep asking follow-ups.

How to ask for accurate results

Say clearly who you are, what you want, the background, and the format you want.

Universal template:I am [role] and want to [goal]. Background: [what you have]. Please give me [result] in [format].
Not great
Analyze the competitors.

It doesn't say which industry or which companies, so the Bot can only guess.

Better
I run a cross-border store for electric toothbrushes made in China and want to understand three main competitors. Please compare their positioning, price range and main selling points in a table.

It has your role, goal, scope and format.

FAQ

What if I can't find a suitable Bot?

Try different wording, or look under "Browse by scenario". If what you need isn't there yet, tell us and we'll consider adding it.

Nothing happens when I tap "Add Bot"?

First check that Grok Bot is installed and you're signed in, and that it's available in your region. If it isn't installed on your computer, download it from x.ai/bot.

What if the answers are inaccurate or too generic?

Add background, scope and the format you want, such as "as a table" or "under 300 words", then ask again.

Bots are in English. Can I ask in another language?

You can ask in your own language. We try to provide summaries and examples in your language; anything not translated stays in the original.

What is the difference between free and Pro Bots?

Free Bots are compiled from public sources and community sharing. Pro Bots are submitted by developers and go through human review and trial.

Will my content be saved?

Conversations happen inside Grok Bot. Searchskill.ai only helps you find Bots. [To add: what data we collect]

4 habits for using Bots with peace of mind
Don't type passwords, verification codes or ID numbers into a chat.
Remove sensitive details from company secrets and customer data before giving them to a Bot.
Double-check important conclusions, data and legal matters yourself.
For Bots from GitHub, check the source, license and last update time first.

Ready? Go find your first Bot

Start with one sentence and get suggestions in seconds.

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