mcp-everything-search

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MCP server for fast file searching on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Overview

mcp-everything-search Introduction

mcp-everything-search is an MCP server that provides fast file searching capabilities across multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. It utilizes the Everything SDK on Windows, the built-in mdfind command on macOS, and the locate/plocate command on Linux.

How to Use

To use mcp-everything-search, send a search request with the required parameters such as 'query' (the search string) and optional parameters like 'max_results' to limit the number of results. The server will return a list of matching files and folders based on the specified criteria.

Key Features

Key features include cross-platform support, advanced search capabilities on Windows using Everything SDK, basic filename and content search on macOS, and filename search on Linux. It also supports various sorting options and advanced search parameters such as case sensitivity and regex.

Where to Use

mcp-everything-search can be used in various fields including software development, data management, and system administration where efficient file searching is essential.

Use Cases

Use cases include searching for specific file types in a development environment, locating documents quickly in a large file system, and managing files across different operating systems in a unified manner.

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