tavily-search MCP server
by Tomatio13
This MCP server uses the Tavily API to perform searches based on specified queries. It returns search results in text format, including AI responses, URIs, and titles.
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What is tavily-search MCP server?
This is an MCP server that leverages the Tavily API to execute web searches based on user-defined queries. It provides a tool for searching the web and returning relevant information.
How to use tavily-search MCP server?
To use this server, you need to configure it within Claude Desktop by modifying the claude_desktop_config.json file. You'll need to provide your Tavily API key. Alternatively, you can run it in a local environment using Docker Compose. Once configured, you can ask Claude Desktop to search for something, and the server will use the Tavily API to fulfill the request.
Key features of tavily-search MCP server
Performs searches using the Tavily API
Returns search results in text format
Includes AI responses in the search results
Provides URIs and titles of search results
Supports basic and advanced search depth
Can be run in Claude Desktop or using Docker Compose
Use cases of tavily-search MCP server
Integrating web search capabilities into Claude Desktop
Retrieving information from the web based on specific queries
Gathering AI-generated responses related to search queries
Providing users with relevant links and titles from search results
FAQ from tavily-search MCP server
What is the required argument for the search tool?
What is the required argument for the search tool?
The required argument is 'query', which specifies the search query.
What is the optional argument for the search tool?
What is the optional argument for the search tool?
The optional argument is 'search_depth', which can be set to 'basic' or 'advanced' to control the depth of the search.
How do I install this server?
How do I install this server?
You can install it by downloading the repository and configuring it in Claude Desktop or by using Docker Compose.
Where are the logs stored?
Where are the logs stored?
Logs are stored in C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Claude\logs\mcp-server-tavily-search on Windows.
How do I run this server in a local environment?
How do I run this server in a local environment?
You can run it using Docker Compose by following the steps outlined in the README, which involves installing Docker, downloading the repository, and running docker compose up -d.