Exa MCP
Exa MCP Server is a server that provides web search functionality for AI assistants (such as Claude), enabling real - time and secure network information retrieval through the Exa AI Search API.
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What is Exa MCP Server?
Exa MCP Server is a bridge service that connects AI assistants with the Exa web search API. It allows AI assistants like Claude to perform real - time web searches and obtain the latest network information with user authorization.How to use Exa MCP Server?
After installation and configuration, the AI assistant can understand your natural language search requests, automatically obtain and organize network information. The whole process is secure and controllable, and you can view search records at any time.Use cases
It is especially useful when you need an AI assistant to provide the latest news, find professional materials, or verify facts. For example, in scenarios such as academic research, market analysis, or news tracking.Main features
Intelligent web searchConvert natural language into precise search queries and obtain structured search results (title/URL/abstract)
Secure access controlAll search requests are authorized by the user, and the search history can be viewed and deleted at any time.
Intelligent error handlingAutomatically handle network problems and API limitations and provide friendly error prompts.
Advantages and limitations
Advantages
Obtain real - time network information to enhance the timeliness of the AI assistant's knowledge
Search results are presented in a structured manner, making it easy for the AI to understand and summarize
Simple configuration and seamless integration with Claude Desktop
Limitations
Requires an Exa API key (free quota available)
Some complex searches may require optimizing query terms
Depends on the quality of the network connection
How to use
Install the Node.js environment
Ensure that Node.js v18 or a higher version is installed.
Obtain an Exa API key
Visit the Exa official website to register and obtain an API key.
Install the server
Install the Exa MCP server with a single command via npm.
Configure Claude Desktop
Add the server configuration to the settings file and fill in the API key.
Usage examples
Academic research supportFind the latest research papers in a specific field
Business intelligence collectionTrack the latest developments of competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't Claude connect to the Exa server?
What should I do if the search results are incomplete?
How can I view my search records?
Related resources
Demo video
Function demonstration of the Exa MCP server
Exa official website
Obtain API keys and documentation
MCP protocol specification
Understand the underlying technical principles
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