Valyu MCP Server
by ValyuNetwork
The Valyu MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) tool that enables AI models to retrieve high-quality context from Valyu's API. It provides full search capabilities over Wikipedia, arXiv papers, and web search.
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What is Valyu MCP Server?
The Valyu MCP Server is a tool that allows AI models, specifically Claude, to access and utilize external knowledge sources through the Valyu API. It acts as a bridge, providing AI models with the necessary context to answer questions more accurately and comprehensively.
How to use Valyu MCP Server?
To use the Valyu MCP Server, you need to install it either manually or using the automated setup script. This involves cloning the repository, setting up a virtual environment, installing dependencies, configuring your Valyu API key, and updating your Claude Desktop configuration file to point to the server. Once configured, you can start the server and test it with queries in Claude.
Key features of Valyu MCP Server
Retrieves context from Valyu's API
Provides search capabilities over Wikipedia, arXiv, and web search
Easy installation with automated setup script
Integration with Claude Desktop
Supports Python 3.10+
Use cases of Valyu MCP Server
Enhancing AI model responses with up-to-date information
Providing context for research-related questions (e.g., arXiv papers)
Answering questions that require web search capabilities
Improving the accuracy and comprehensiveness of AI-generated content
FAQ from Valyu MCP Server
What are the prerequisites for setting up the MCP server?
What are the prerequisites for setting up the MCP server?
You need Python 3.10+, Claude Desktop (latest version), and a Valyu API Key.
How do I get a Valyu API Key?
How do I get a Valyu API Key?
You can get one from the Valyu Exchange (https://exchange.valyu.network).
What do I do if I get a ModuleNotFoundError?
What do I do if I get a ModuleNotFoundError?
Ensure your virtual environment is activated before running the script.
What if the server doesn't start?
What if the server doesn't start?
Check the paths in your claude_desktop_config.json file.
What if I get no results from the Valyu API?
What if I get no results from the Valyu API?
Verify your API key is valid and has credits.