Zed Brave Search Context Server MCP Server

What is Zed Brave Search Context Server?

This extension provides a Model Context Server for Brave Search, designed for use with the Zed AI assistant. It adds /brave_web_search and /brave_local_search slash commands to the Assistant Panel.

How to use Zed Brave Search Context Server?

First, obtain a Brave API key by signing up for a Brave Search API account and generating a key from the developer dashboard. Then, configure the extension in your Zed settings JSON by adding the brave_api_key under context_servers.brave_search.settings. Use the slash commands in the Assistant Panel.

Key features of Zed Brave Search Context Server

• Provides /brave_web_search and /brave_local_search slash commands.
• Web search supports pagination with count and offset parameters.
• Local search automatically falls back to web search if no local results are found.
• Integrates directly with Zed AI’s Assistant Panel.

Use cases of Zed Brave Search Context Server

• Execute web searches with pagination and filtering from within the Zed assistant.
• Search for local businesses and services near a location.
• Query the internet without leaving the editor.
• Quickly retrieve factual information during coding or writing sessions.