Windows Crate Docs Search MCP

What is Windows Crate Docs Search MCP?

Windows Crate Docs Search MCP is a server that enables users to search the Rust windows crate API documentation, facilitating easy access to API details hosted at microsoft.github.io/windows-docs-rs.

How to use Windows Crate Docs Search MCP?

To use this MCP server, install Playwright browsers, then run the server using uvx windows-rs-mcp or uv run windows-rs-mcp from the project directory. Configure it with Claude Desktop to utilize the search_windows_api tool.

Key features of Windows Crate Docs Search MCP?

• Search Windows API: Quickly find functions, structs, enums, etc., within the windows crate docs.
• Get Documentation: Retrieve detailed documentation for exact matches, including descriptions and required Cargo features.
• Find Related Items: List related API items found during searches.

Use cases of Windows Crate Docs Search MCP?

1. Developers searching for specific Windows API functions.
2. Learning about the Rust windows crate and its capabilities.
3. Integrating API documentation search into development environments.

FAQ from Windows Crate Docs Search MCP?

• What is required to run the server?

You need to have Playwright browsers installed, which can be done automatically on the first run.

• Can I run the server locally?

Yes, you can run the server locally using uv run after cloning the repository.

• What if I want to skip Playwright installation?

Set the MCP_SKIP_PLAYWRIGHT_INSTALL environment variable to skip the automatic installation.