How it works

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How it works

The Navigator AI agent is basically a smart assistant that can use the internet on your behalf. In simple terms, it's an AI program that can autonomously perform tasks online for you – meaning it can complete tasks without you having to do each step yourself

How Does It Work (Step by Step)?

The AI agent works very much like a person doing an internet search, only faster and automated. Here's a step-by-step look at what happens behind the scenes when you use it:

You ask a question or give a request. This could be anything from "What's the latest news on Mars?" to "Find a good Italian restaurant nearby." You just ask in plain language, like you would a friend.
The AI figures out what it needs to find. It breaks down your question to decide what to search for. For example, if you asked for news on Mars, it knows to look for recent articles about Mars.
It searches the web for you. The agent automatically uses an online search (like a search engine) to look up relevant information. You don’t have to open Google yourself – the AI does that within seconds.
It clicks and reads through websites. Just like you would click on the most promising search result, the AI agent selects a result that looks helpful and “opens” that webpage behind the scenes. It then scans the page for the facts or answers you need. If one page isn’t enough, it can go back and check another result too.
The AI gathers the important points. As it reads, it picks out the key information that answers your question. It might pull a definition, a date, a name, or whatever detail you asked for. It basically does the reading and note-taking for you.
It writes a clear answer (with sources). Finally, the agent composes a straightforward answer for you based on what it found. It also provides citations or references – little numbered links in the answer – showing where it got the information. This way, you can see the original source if you want more details or to verify the info.

What Can You Expect as a User?

Using the 'browser-use' AI agent feels like having a personal internet researcher. Here are the key things you can expect from this experience:

Up-to-Date Information: Since it actually searches the web in real time, the AI can give you current information (like today’s news or latest updates), not just pre-existing knowledge. This means answers are often very timely and relevant.
Saves You Time and Effort: You no longer need to comb through multiple websites yourself. The AI handles the searching and reading, which automates the tedious parts of web browsing. You can focus on other tasks while it finds the info for you.
Summarized Results: The agent boils down information from various pages into a concise answer. It can scan several web pages and give you a quick summary, so you don't have to jump between lots of tabs. You get the gist of what you need without wading through long articles.
Clear Sources for Trust: The answer you receive will often include small reference links or footnotes. These are there to show you where the AI got its information. It’s a transparency feature – if you're curious or skeptical about the answer, you can click the citation and see the original source. For instance, if the AI tells you "Mars is about half the size of Earth", it might include a citation that leads to a NASA page confirming that fact.
Natural Conversation: You don’t have to use special commands or technical language. You just ask questions normally. The AI agent understands everyday language and will respond conversationally, even though it’s doing advanced research in the background.

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How Does It Work (Step by Step)?

The AI agent works very much like a person doing an internet search, only faster and automated. Here's a step-by-step look at what happens behind the scenes when you use it:

You ask a question or give a request. This could be anything from "What's the latest news on Mars?" to "Find a good Italian restaurant nearby." You just ask in plain language, like you would a friend.
The AI figures out what it needs to find. It breaks down your question to decide what to search for. For example, if you asked for news on Mars, it knows to look for recent articles about Mars.
It searches the web for you. The agent automatically uses an online search (like a search engine) to look up relevant information. You don’t have to open Google yourself – the AI does that within seconds.
It clicks and reads through websites. Just like you would click on the most promising search result, the AI agent selects a result that looks helpful and “opens” that webpage behind the scenes. It then scans the page for the facts or answers you need. If one page isn’t enough, it can go back and check another result too.
The AI gathers the important points. As it reads, it picks out the key information that answers your question. It might pull a definition, a date, a name, or whatever detail you asked for. It basically does the reading and note-taking for you.
It writes a clear answer (with sources). Finally, the agent composes a straightforward answer for you based on what it found. It also provides citations or references – little numbered links in the answer – showing where it got the information. This way, you can see the original source if you want more details or to verify the info.

What Can You Expect as a User?

Using the 'browser-use' AI agent feels like having a personal internet researcher. Here are the key things you can expect from this experience:

Up-to-Date Information: Since it actually searches the web in real time, the AI can give you current information (like today’s news or latest updates), not just pre-existing knowledge. This means answers are often very timely and relevant.
Saves You Time and Effort: You no longer need to comb through multiple websites yourself. The AI handles the searching and reading, which automates the tedious parts of web browsing. You can focus on other tasks while it finds the info for you.
Summarized Results: The agent boils down information from various pages into a concise answer. It can scan several web pages and give you a quick summary, so you don't have to jump between lots of tabs. You get the gist of what you need without wading through long articles.
Clear Sources for Trust: The answer you receive will often include small reference links or footnotes. These are there to show you where the AI got its information. It’s a transparency feature – if you're curious or skeptical about the answer, you can click the citation and see the original source. For instance, if the AI tells you "Mars is about half the size of Earth", it might include a citation that leads to a NASA page confirming that fact.
Natural Conversation: You don’t have to use special commands or technical language. You just ask questions normally. The AI agent understands everyday language and will respond conversationally, even though it’s doing advanced research in the background.