mcp-server-brave-search
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About mcp-server-brave-search
MCP Server for Brave Search
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Overview
What is mcp-server-brave-search?
mcp-server-brave-search is a Zed extension that wraps the official Brave Search MCP server, enabling web search functionality within the Zed editor. It requires a Brave Search API key and integrates with the Model Context Protocol.
How to use mcp-server-brave-search?
Configure mcp-server-brave-search by adding the server to your Zed settings under context_servers, providing your Brave Search API key in the brave_api_key field. Obtain the key by signing up for a Brave Search API account and generating it from the developer dashboard.
Key features of mcp-server-brave-search
- Wraps the official Brave Search MCP server
- Requires a Brave Search API key
- Integrates directly with the Zed editor
- Free tier available with 1,000 queries per month
- Provides search capabilities through MCP protocol
Use cases of mcp-server-brave-search
- Adding real-time web search to Zed workflows
- Enabling AI assistants in Zed to retrieve search results
- Accessing Brave Search capabilities without leaving the editor
FAQ from mcp-server-brave-search
Do I need an API key?
Yes, a Brave Search API key is required. Sign up for an account on the Brave Search API site, choose a plan, and generate a key from the developer dashboard.
Is there a free tier available?
Yes, a free tier is available with 1,000 queries per month.
Where do I configure the API key in Zed?
In your Zed settings JSON, under context_servers.mcp-server-brave-search.settings, set brave_api_key to your API key.
What is the relationship to the official Brave Search MCP server?
This is a Zed extension that wraps the official npm package @brave/brave-search-mcp-server.
Are there any usage limits?
The free tier allows 1,000 queries per month. Other pricing plans may have different limits but are not detailed in this README.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an API key?
Yes, a Brave Search API key is required. Sign up for an account on the Brave Search API site, choose a plan, and generate a key from the developer dashboard.
Is there a free tier available?
Yes, a free tier is available with 1,000 queries per month.
Where do I configure the API key in Zed?
In your Zed settings JSON, under `context_servers.mcp-server-brave-search.settings`, set `brave_api_key` to your API key.
What is the relationship to the official Brave Search MCP server?
This is a Zed extension that wraps the official npm package `@brave/brave-search-mcp-server`.
Are there any usage limits?
The free tier allows 1,000 queries per month. Other pricing plans may have different limits but are not detailed in this README.
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