mcp-everything-searchmcp-everything-search MCP server

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Reviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

Overview

MCP-everything-search is an MCP server that provides fast file searching capabilities across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. It leverages different search commands: Windows utilizes the Everything SDK, macOS's built-in mdfind command, and Linux relies on the locate/plocate command, respectively. The server allows for searching files and folders by parameters such as query, max_results, match_path, match_case, and match_whole_word, depending on the platform. The search capabilities and syntax support vary by platform. The tool is useful for individuals or teams looking for a robust search solution within their systems. To use MCP-everything-search, users need to install the necessary prerequisites, such as the Everything search utility on Windows or the locate/plocate command on Linux. Following installation, they can run the server as a script or use it with other tools such as uv or Smithery. The server's configuration settings are available in the provided documentation.

Key features

File and folder search
Search syntax guide
Support for max results, match path, match case, match whole word, and match regex
Sorting options by filename, path, size, extension, creation date, and modification date

Pricing

Model: Free
Category: MCP Servers
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Use cases

System File Search

Use the MCP server to search for system files across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Developer File Search

Use the MCP server to search for specific files or folders within a project directory.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Fast file searching capabilities across multiple platforms
Supports advanced search syntax and parameters
No additional setup required on macOS

Cons

Requires additional setup on Windows and Linux
Search capabilities and syntax vary by platform

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Q&A

Is the search syntax the same across platforms?

No, each platform supports different syntax features; detailed differences are documented in SEARCH_SYNTAX.md.

Asked by Wolfgang Krause · Apr 30, 2026

Do I need to install anything before using the server?

Yes, Windows users must install the Everything search utility and SDK, and Linux users need to install and initialize locate or plocate. macOS requires no extra setup.

Asked by Halima Bello · Apr 14, 2026

What search parameters can I customize?

You can set query, max_results (default 100, max 1000), match_path, match_case, match_whole_word, match_regex, and sort_by (by name, path, size, extension, creation or modification date).

Asked by Yuki Mori · Apr 12, 2026

How does mcp-everything-search handle file searching on each OS?

On Windows it uses the Everything SDK, on macOS it relies on the built‑in mdfind command, and on Linux it uses the locate/plocate database, each with its own syntax and features.

Asked by Rania Nasser · Apr 1, 2026