Local-first semantic code search across all your repos. Private context for AI coding assistants.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
npx -y @paparats/cliClient configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
{
"mcpServers": {
"paparats-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@paparats/cli"
]
}
}
}About this server
Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.
Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP MCP server?＋
Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP is an MCP server by IBazylchuk. Local-first semantic code search across all your repos. Private context for AI coding assistants.
How do I install Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP?＋
Install it with: npx -y @paparats/cli. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/IBazylchuk/paparats-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support Paparats – Local Semantic Code Search MCP?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.