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Servers Search MCP Server

Provides tooling to list, search, and discover MCP servers and their features.

Installation

Add the following to your MCP client configuration file.

Configuration

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "atonomus-mcp-servers-search": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@atonomus/mcp-servers-search"
      ]
    }
  }
}

You manage and discover MCP servers with a lightweight search tool that helps you browse, filter, and retrieve details about available MCP servers. It makes it easy to find exact capabilities you need, such as databases, APIs, or AI-related services, and to get random suggestions for exploration without leaving your workspace.

How to use

You run the MCP servers search tool from your command line or integrate it into your Claude Desktop setup. Start by listing servers, filtering by category, or searching for a keyword to quickly locate relevant MCP servers. You can also request servers that provide specific features or get a random set for discovery. Use the results to decide which MCP server to run locally or connect to remotely.

Typical workflows include: - Browsing all servers in the official category to understand core capabilities - Filtering by a topic such as database or API to narrow results - Asking for servers that support a particular feature and limiting the number of results - Getting a small, random subset to explore new possibilities without bias

How to install

Prerequisites: you need Node.js and npm installed on your system.

Install the MCP servers search tool globally so you can run it from anywhere.

npm install -g @atonomus/mcp-servers-search
```json
{
  "name": "servers_search",
  "type": "stdio",
  "command": "npx",
  "args": ["@atonomus/mcp-servers-search"]
}

Available tools

list_servers

List all MCP servers with optional filtering by category, search term, and limit to control results.

get_server_details

Retrieve detailed information about a specific MCP server by name.

search_servers_by_feature

Find servers that provide a specific feature or capability and return a limited set.

get_random_servers

Obtain a random selection of MCP servers for exploration, optionally filtered by category and count.

refresh_server_list

Force a refresh of the cached MCP server list to pull the latest data.