Exa Search
Neural search engine designed for AI that understands meaning and finds precisely relevant content
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How to install
MCP ServerMCP servers let Claude connect to external tools & services. Add this server to your MCP config, then restart the app.
Claude Desktop / Claude Code (local, stdio):
Add to claude_desktop_config.json (Desktop) or .mcp.json (Claude Code):
{
"mcpServers": {
"exa-search": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "<package-name>"]
}
}
}Claude.ai (remote / hosted):
Settings → Connectors → “+” → search the directory → Connect, then authenticate via OAuth if prompted.
Config keys vary per server — always follow the server's own README. Restart Claude after adding it.
Exact steps can vary per project — always double-check the original source. New to this? Read the full install guide →
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