a year ago
research-and-dataAn MCP server extension for Zed that retrieves relevant pieces from a PDF file
Overview
What is PDF Search for Zed?
PDF Search for Zed is a document search extension that allows users to semantically search through PDF documents and utilize the results within Zed's AI Assistant.
How to use PDF Search for Zed?
To use PDF Search for Zed, clone the repository, set up the Python environment, install the Dev Extension in Zed, build the search database, and then use the /pdfsearch command in Zed's AI Assistant panel to search your documents.
Key features of PDF Search for Zed?
- Semantic search capabilities for PDF documents
- Integration with Zed's AI Assistant
- Support for multiple PDF files and directories
- Future improvements planned for self-contained vector storage and embeddings
Use cases of PDF Search for Zed?
- Quickly finding relevant information in large PDF documents.
- Enhancing research efficiency by integrating document search with AI assistance.
- Supporting multiple file formats for broader usability.
FAQ from PDF Search for Zed?
- What do I need to use this extension?
You need an OpenAI API key and the
uvtool installed on your system.
- Is there a way to use this without an OpenAI API key?
Future versions plan to implement a self-contained alternative for embeddings.
- Can I search multiple PDFs at once?
Yes! The extension supports searching through multiple PDF files and directories.