Google Things To Know API
For some searches, Google search includes a "Things to know" block. SerpApi is able to scrape, extract and make sense of this information.
API Examples
JSON structure overview
{
...
"things_to_know": {
"web_results": [
{
"title": "String - Title of the item",
"link": "String - Link to the item",
"snippet": "String - Snippet of the item",
}
],
"buttons": [
{
"text": "String - Main text of the entry",
"subtitle": "String - Subtitle of the entry",
"search_link": "String - Search link at the bottom of the entry",
"serpapi_search_link": "String - Link to the search results of the entry in JSON by SerpApi",
"title": "String - Optional title of the extended content",
"link": "String - Optional link of the extended content",
"displayed_link": "String - Optional displayed link of the extended content",
"snippet": "String - Optional snippet of the extended content",
"snippet_highlighted_words": "Array - Optional array of the highlighted words of the snippet",
"date": "String - Optional date of the extended content",
"list": "Array - Optional list of the extended content",
"table": "Array - Optional table items of the extended content",
"formatted": "Array - Optional formatted structure of the table",
"images": "Array - Optional URLs to the images of the extended content",
},
],
}
...
}
Results for: Coffee
{
...
"things_to_know": {
"web_results": [
{
"title": "Price",
"snippet": "8 ounces",
"link": "https://presto-coffee.com/blogs/coffee/how-much-ground-coffee-to-use-per-cup#:~:text=While%20using%20scoops%20or%20tablespoons,the%20correct%20ratio%20from%20there."
},
{
"title": "Ph level",
"snippet": "5",
"link": "https://www.verenastreet.com/blogs/all-about-coffee/what-is-coffee-acidity#:~:text=Black%20coffee%20generally%20lands%20around,acidic%20by%20way%20of%20dilution."
},
{
"title": "Inventor",
"snippet": "Melitta Bentz",
"link": "https://coffee.org/pages/history-of-the-coffee-maker#:~:text=Ever%20wonder%20who%20invented%20the,the%20quick%20and%20easy%20answer."
}
],
"buttons": [
{
"text": "Energy Amount",
"subtitle": "How Many Calories In Coffee",
"images": [
"https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f334357660c65d137aafa48a275c4c07411baacfa91f844a674.webp",
...
],
"table": [
[
"Amount Per 1 fl oz (29.6 g)100 grams6 fl oz (178 g)1 cup (8 fl oz) (237 g)1 cup (8 fl oz) (237 g)"
],
[
"Calories 1"
]
],
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=how+many+calories+in+coffee&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAF",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=how+many+calories+in+coffee"
},
{
"text": "Food Nutrition",
"subtitle": "Nutritional Value Of Coffee",
"images": [
"https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcRalPAx50vb0fI0zYgDSh70SSARWxG1T04vO6dmee-WDup4o2WSTj_o0ujM91YY26QGBz42YCrQ9fODtZT4sOco8J1wSUEkOBQBpUOj2lMIUFVEzOYlC_Rc&usqp=CAc",
...
],
"table": [
[
"% Daily Value*",
"% Daily Value*"
],
[
"Total Fat 0 g",
"0%"
],
[
"Saturated fat 0 g",
"0%"
],
[
"Trans fat regulation 0 g"
],
[
"Cholesterol 0 mg",
"0%"
],
[
"Sodium 5 mg",
"0%"
],
[
"Potassium 116 mg",
"3%"
],
[
"Total Carbohydrate 0 g",
"0%"
],
[
"Dietary fiber 0 g",
"0%"
],
[
"Sugar 0 g"
],
[
"Protein 0.3 g",
"0%"
],
[
"Caffeine 95 mg"
],
[
"Vitamin C",
"0%",
"Calcium",
"0%"
],
[
"Iron",
"0%",
"Vitamin D",
"0%"
],
[
"Vitamin B6",
"0%",
"Cobalamin",
"0%"
],
[
"Magnesium",
"1%"
],
[
"*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs."
]
],
"formatted": [
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "Trans fat regulation 0 g"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "3%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "Sugar 0 g"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "Caffeine 95 mg"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "0%"
},
{
"daily_value": "1%"
},
{
"daily_value": "*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs."
}
],
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=nutritional+value+of+coffee&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAJ",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=nutritional+value+of+coffee"
},
{
"text": "Types",
"subtitle": "Coffee Drink Types",
"images": [
"https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcRalPAx50vb0fI0zYgDSh70SSARWxG1T04vO6dmee-WDup4o2WSTj_o0ujM91YY26QGBz42YCrQ9fODtZT4sOco8J1wSUEkOBQBpUOj2lMIUFVEzOYlC_Rc&usqp=CAc",
...
],
"title": "Different Types of Coffee Explained | NESCAFÉ India",
"link": "https://www.nescafe.com/in/coffee-types#:~:text=From%20the%20well%2Dknown%20cappuccino,which%20one%20is%20your%20favourite.",
"displayed_link": "https://www.nescafe.com › coffee-t...",
"snippet": "From the well-known cappuccino, espresso, and latte, to the lungo, ristretto, café au lait and cold brew, there are so many types of coffee to enjoy. Give them all a try and find out which one is your favourite.",
"snippet_highlighted_words": [
"cappuccino, espresso, and latte, to the lungo, ristretto, café au lait and cold brew"
],
"about_this_result": {
"source": {
"description": "This result comes from www.nescafe.com",
"source_info_link": "https://www.nescafe.com/in/coffee-types",
"security": "secure",
"icon": "https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f331d8c1eddff13431f7c19e1650e9670a36ef2745e85550a1d529bd4eeecd5c885a8881f5494aae332.png"
},
"regions": [
"search terms"
]
},
"about_page_link": "https://www.google.com/search?q=About+https://www.nescafe.com/in/coffee-types&tbm=ilp&ilps=AB_Lh3oUMfRhUIejjVEq7V1KClEb4lyU1g",
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=coffee+drink+types&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAN",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=coffee+drink+types"
},
{
"text": "Benefits",
"subtitle": "Benefits Of Coffee",
"images": [
"https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcRalPAx50vb0fI0zYgDSh70SSARWxG1T04vO6dmee-WDup4o2WSTj_o0ujM91YY26QGBz42YCrQ9fODtZT4sOco8J1wSUEkOBQBpUOj2lMIUFVEzOYlC_Rc&usqp=CAc",
...
],
"title": "9 Health Benefits of Coffee, Based on Science - Healthline",
"link": "https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee",
"displayed_link": "https://www.healthline.com › top-ev...",
"snippet": "9 Unique Benefits of Coffee",
"snippet_highlighted_words": [
"9 Unique Benefits of Coffee"
],
"list": [
"Boosts energy levels. ... ",
"May be linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. ... ",
"Could support brain health. ... ",
"May promote weight management. ... ",
"Linked to a lower risk of depression. ... ",
"Could protect against liver conditions. ... ",
"Supports heart health. ... ",
"Could increase longevity."
],
"about_this_result": {
"source": {
"description": "Healthline Media, Inc. is an American website and provider of health information headquartered in San Francisco, California. It was founded in 1999, relaunched in 2006, and established as a standalone entity in January 2016.",
"source_info_link": "https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee",
"security": "secure",
"icon": "https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f3346075eca3566aaf4d82cfd506811ba5438ba1a41f9dd9c31ba9579a1507223ebbe5b6bd4fb220f55.png"
},
"regions": [
"Terms"
]
},
"about_page_link": "https://www.google.com/search?q=About+https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee&tbm=ilp&ilps=AB_Lh3qfGaP-aQfnaKJgNlx7nDttVz3SWw",
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=benefits+of+coffee&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAU",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=benefits+of+coffee"
},
{
"text": "Protein content",
"subtitle": "How Much Protein Is In Coffee",
"images": [
"https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f33cf91a62f4c6af9cce5988eaaae656d604c42e66244b965f6.webp",
...
],
"title": "Protein Coffee (Proffee Recipe) - Healthy With a Chance of Sprinkles",
"link": "https://healthywithachanceofsprinkles.com/protein-coffee/#:~:text=WHAT%20IS%20PROTEIN%20COFFEE%3F,or%20post%20workout%20muscle%20recovery.",
"displayed_link": "https://healthywithachanceofsprinkles.com › ...",
"date": "Sep 27, 2021",
"snippet": "WHAT IS PROTEIN COFFEE? Proffee is exactly what it sounds like. Coffee that is combined with protein powder or a prepared protein shake, usually served over ice, and sometimes flavored syrups are added. It's a delicious drink for anyone who wants to up their protein intake or post workout muscle recovery.",
"snippet_highlighted_words": [
"Coffee that is combined with protein powder or a prepared protein shake, usually served over ice, and sometimes flavored syrups are added"
],
"about_this_result": {
"source": {
"description": "This result comes from healthywithachanceofsprinkles.com",
"source_info_link": "https://healthywithachanceofsprinkles.com/protein-coffee/",
"security": "secure",
"icon": "https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f33cf91a62f4c6af9cc79793e313649617f4d6580a29d591b882ebfb9225b0221477c8e9d924f1bb2dc.jpeg"
},
"regions": [
"search terms"
]
},
"about_page_link": "https://www.google.com/search?q=About+https://healthywithachanceofsprinkles.com/protein-coffee/&tbm=ilp&ilps=AB_Lh3qhlC5JQzJ21xD7msFBLF9_n-FyEQ",
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=how+much+protein+is+in+coffee&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAZ",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=how+much+protein+is+in+coffee"
},
{
"text": "Brands",
"subtitle": "Coffee Brands",
"images": [
"https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f33012f60154e0e8720acbe9b967a6bff04b319bf8688999658.webp",
...
],
"title": "Top 10 Coffee Brands In The World",
"link": "https://www.feedough.com/top-10-coffee-brands-in-the-world/",
"displayed_link": "https://www.feedough.com › top-10...",
"about_this_result": {
"source": {
"description": "This result comes from www.feedough.com",
"source_info_link": "https://www.feedough.com/top-10-coffee-brands-in-the-world/",
"security": "secure",
"icon": "https://serpapi.com/searches/640056fcd5ecf4f8807cf57e/images/99611c3fcc205f33012f60154e0e872011c0cf663135b1537c0e6e13787d97af99530b0ee57c9daba019a9ef3a048e20.png"
},
"regions": [
"search terms"
]
},
"about_page_link": "https://www.google.com/search?q=About+https://www.feedough.com/top-10-coffee-brands-in-the-world/&tbm=ilp&ilps=AB_Lh3oelTyJ-9ALug6NI1NcJ-4fpF-lAg",
"table": [
[
"Brand",
"Revenue (in Billion USD)"
],
[
"Starbucks",
"23.52"
],
[
"Keurig Dr Pepper",
"11.62"
],
[
"Nescafé",
"9.2"
],
[
"Peet's Coffee",
"7.6"
]
],
"formatted": [
{
"brand": "Starbucks",
"revenue_in_billion_usd": "23.52"
},
{
"brand": "Keurig Dr Pepper",
"revenue_in_billion_usd": "11.62"
},
{
"brand": "Nescafé",
"revenue_in_billion_usd": "9.2"
},
{
"brand": "Peet's Coffee",
"revenue_in_billion_usd": "7.6"
}
],
"search_link": "https://www.google.com/search?gl=us&q=coffee+brands&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj47feIgcn9AhVrnWoFHe8OADoQrooIegQIXBAd",
"serpapi_search_link": "https://serpapi.com/search.json?device=mobile&engine=google&gl=us&google_domain=google.com&q=coffee+brands"
}
]
},
...
}