Everything Search MCP Server

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Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-everything-search": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@smithery/cli",
        "install",
        "mcp-server-everything-search",
        "--client",
        "claude"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is Everything Search MCP Server?

An MCP server that provides fast file searching capabilities across Windows, macOS, and Linux. On Windows, it uses the Everything SDK; on macOS, it uses the built‑in mdfind command; on Linux, it uses locate/plocate.

How to use Everything Search MCP Server?

Install via Smithery, uvx, or pip. Use the search tool with a required query string and optional parameters (max_results, match_path, match_case, match_whole_word, match_regex, sort_by). On Windows, set the EVERYTHING_SDK_PATH environment variable to the Everything DLL.

Key features of Everything Search MCP Server

Cross‑platform file search (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Uses Everything SDK on Windows for fast indexing
Supports regex, whole word, and case‑sensitive searches
Results include full path, size, and modification date
Configurable result count (up to 1000) and sort order
Works with Claude Desktop and other MCP clients

Use cases of Everything Search MCP Server

Quickly locate files by name, extension, or path across the entire system
Search recently modified files using date filters (e.g., datemodified:today)
Integrate powerful file search into AI assistants via the MCP protocol

FAQ from Everything Search MCP Server

What dependencies are needed on each platform?

Windows requires the Everything utility and the Everything SDK DLL (set via EVERYTHING_SDK_PATH). Linux needs locate or plocate with an updated database. macOS requires no additional setup.

How do I search by full path instead of filename?

Set the optional parameter match_path to true in the search tool call.

What search syntax is supported on Windows?

Windows supports full Everything SDK features, including operators like ext:, datemodified:, and path:. See the SEARCH_SYNTAX.md file for details.

What is the maximum number of results I can request?

The default is 100, and the maximum allowed is 1000. Use the max_results parameter.

Can I use regular expressions in my search?

Yes. Set the match_regex parameter to true to enable regex search.

Frequently asked questions

What dependencies are needed on each platform?

Windows requires the Everything utility and the Everything SDK DLL (set via `EVERYTHING_SDK_PATH`). Linux needs `locate` or `plocate` with an updated database. macOS requires no additional setup.

How do I search by full path instead of filename?

Set the optional parameter `match_path` to `true` in the search tool call.

What search syntax is supported on Windows?

Windows supports full Everything SDK features, including operators like `ext:`, `datemodified:`, and `path:`. See the `SEARCH_SYNTAX.md` file for details.

What is the maximum number of results I can request?

The default is 100, and the maximum allowed is 1000. Use the `max_results` parameter.

Can I use regular expressions in my search?

Yes. Set the `match_regex` parameter to `true` to enable regex search.

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