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searching-files-with-fff

Search code repositories using fff MCP grep and find_files tools.

1|Updated Jan 7, 2026
Search Tags:#codebase#MCP server#file search#fff#frecency ranking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sumik5/sumik-llm-plugin --skill searching-files-with-fff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: searching-files-with-fff
Source: https://github.com/sumik5/sumik-llm-plugin/tree/main/plugins/devkit/skills/searching-files-with-fff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sumik5/sumik-llm-plugin --skill searching-files-with-fff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires fff-mcp, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Searching through code repositories and finding files can be time-consuming. This Skill provides a fast and efficient way to search files using the fff MCP server, with frecency ranking to improve search relevance over time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • High-performance Search: Utilizes the fff MCP server for rapid file search.
  • Frecency Ranking: Results are ranked based on frequency and recency of use, becoming more accurate over time.
  • Multiple Tools: Offers grep for content search, find_files for fuzzy file name search, and multi_grep for OR pattern search.
  • Use Case: Quickly locate a specific file or code snippet in a large codebase.

Quick Start

Run the mcp__plugin_devkit_fff__grep command followed by your search query to search file contents.

Frequently Asked Questions about searching-files-with-fff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for files in a large codebase efficiently?▼

To search files in a codebase efficiently, this Skill uses the fff MCP server for rapid file search. It applies frecency ranking to improve result relevance over time based on frequency and recency of use.

What is frecency ranking and how does it improve file search results?▼

Frecency ranking improves file search results by combining frequency and recency of use. This mechanism ensures that frequently and recently accessed files appear higher in search results, making searches more accurate over time.

How do I search file contents using grep with the fff MCP server?▼

To search file contents using grep with the fff MCP server, run the mcp__plugin_devkit_fff__grep command followed by your search query. This initiates a rapid content search within your code repository.

Do I need the fff-mcp dependency to use this file search Skill?▼

Yes, you need the fff-mcp dependency to use this file search Skill. The Skill requires the fff-mcp package to handle frequent searches with rapid response times and provide its core search functionalities.

Can I use fuzzy file name search for my code repository?▼

You can use fuzzy file name search for your code repository via the find_files tool provided by the fff MCP server. This allows you to quickly locate specific files even without exact name matches.

Does this Skill support searching for multiple search patterns at once?▼

This Skill supports searching for multiple patterns at once using the multi_grep tool. It enables OR pattern search within your codebase, allowing you to retrieve results for several distinct queries in a single operation.

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