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mcp-brave-search

Search the web and local businesses via the Brave Search API.

Updated May 16, 2026
Search Tags:#API integration#web search#privacy#Brave Search#local business search
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LuminairPrime/skill-tree-chopper --skill mcp-brave-search-luminairprime
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mcp-brave-search
Source: https://github.com/LuminairPrime/skill-tree-chopper/tree/main/vendors/s-hiraokuvscode-sidebar-terminal/.claude/skills/mcp-brave-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LuminairPrime/skill-tree-chopper --skill mcp-brave-search-luminairprime

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a streamlined way to search the web and find local businesses, eliminating the need to manually navigate multiple search engines and directories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • General Web Search: Search for current information, news, articles, and more.
  • Local Business Search: Find local businesses and services based on location.
  • Use Case: Need to find the latest features of a technology? Use the skill to search for "VS Code extension development best practices 2024".

Quick Start

Perform a web search using the Brave Search API: mcp__brave-search__brave_web_search({ query: "VS Code extension development best practices 2024", count: 10 })

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-brave-search

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a privacy-focused web search for current information?▼

You can perform a privacy-focused web search by integrating with the Brave Search API, which queries current news and articles while prioritizing user privacy. It returns web results directly through API calls.

Can I find local businesses based on location using Brave Search?▼

Yes, you can find local businesses using Brave Search by executing location-based queries. This capability allows you to discover nearby services and businesses filtered by specific geographic locations.

Do I need an API key to use Brave Search for web queries?▼

Yes, you need access to the Brave Search API to execute web and local business queries. This integration requires valid API credentials to authenticate and return search results successfully.

What is the best way to search for specific technology best practices online?▼

The best way to search for specific technology best practices is using the Brave Search API web search function. By passing a query like "VS Code extension development best practices 2024", you retrieve relevant, privacy-focused web results.

Does this web search approach support limiting the number of returned results?▼

Yes, the Brave Search API integration supports limiting returned results. You can specify a count parameter in your search query, such as setting count to 10, to control the volume of returned web search items.

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