How do I install the search tools 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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Search Tools MCP Server

The **Search Tools MCP Server** is a powerful toolkit that combines traditional code search with intelligent analysis algorithms. It leverages the

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What is the Search Tools MCP Server?

The Search Tools MCP Server is a powerful toolkit that combines traditional code search with intelligent analysis algorithms. It leverages the CodeRank

Credentials and setup notes

Python 3.13+ - uv package manager - kit CLI tool (for symbol analysis) - ripgrep (for fast text search)

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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.

Tool	What it does
repo	Repository path
symbol_name_or_substring	Symbol to search for
working_directory	Command execution directory
symbol_type	Optional type filter

How to install the Search Tools MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "search-tools": {
      "command": "/path/to/uv",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "--directory",
        "/path/to/search-tools",
        "main.py"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Python 3.13+ - uv package manager - kit CLI tool (for symbol analysis) - ripgrep (for fast text search)

Example prompts to try

“Use Search Tools MCP to repo.”
“Use Search Tools MCP to symbol name or substring.”
“Use Search Tools MCP to working directory.”

Frequently asked questions

The **Search Tools MCP Server** is a powerful toolkit that combines traditional code search with intelligent analysis algorithms. It leverages the **CodeRank** Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.