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# Search Extract Output Node

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The Search Extract Output Node uses an embedding model to search [Knowledge Stores](/ai/agents/develop/knowledge-ai/knowledge-store) and a generative AI model to extract relevant information and generate outputs. For example, you can upload manuals and technical documents as [Knowledge Sources](/ai/agents/develop/knowledge-ai/knowledge-source/overview) to create an AI Agent that helps customers with technical issues.

## Prerequisites

* For the Search only mode, you need access to an embedding model that [supports Knowledge Search](/ai/agents/develop/gen-ai-and-llms/model-support-by-feature).
* For the Search & Extract & Output and Search & Extract modes, you need access to both an embedding model and a generative AI model to support [Knowledge Search and Answer Extraction](/ai/agents/develop/gen-ai-and-llms/model-support-by-feature).

## Modes

The Search Extract Output Node has the following modes:

* **Search & Extract & Output** — With this mode, the AI Agent searches Knowledge Sources, extracts answers, and outputs the results automatically as text or adaptive card.
* **Search & Extract** — With this mode, the AI Agent searches Knowledge Sources and extracts answers. You have the flexibility to use these answers in other Nodes or Extension Nodes.
* **Search only** — With this mode, the AI Agent searches Knowledge Sources. You have the flexibility to use the information found.

For more detailed information about the Search Extract Output Node, read the [Node reference](/ai/agents/develop/node-reference/other-nodes/search-extract-output).