How do I install the mcp ripgrep mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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MCP Ripgrep MCP Server

An MCP server to wrap ripgrep

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What is the MCP Ripgrep MCP Server?

An MCP server to wrap ripgrep

What you get

An MCP server that provides ripgrep (rg) search capabilities to any MCP client such as Claude.

This server provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) interface for the powerful ripgrep search tool. It enables Claude AI and other MCP-compatible clients to perform high-performance text searches across files on your system.

Configuration and credentials

Node.js (v18 or higher) - ripgrep (rg) command installed and available in your PATH. Install it with brew install ripgrep on macOS.

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

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How to install the MCP Ripgrep MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ripgrep": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-ripgrep@latest"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Node.js (v18 or higher) - ripgrep (rg) command installed and available in your PATH. Install it with brew install ripgrep on macOS.

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP Ripgrep to macOS.”
“Use MCP Ripgrep to Windows.”
“Use MCP Ripgrep to search.”

Frequently asked questions

An MCP server to wrap ripgrep Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.