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LanceDB
Query LanceDB vector tables locally.
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LanceDB is a Model Context Protocol server in the Data & Databases category. It lets AI assistants that speak MCP call its tools and read its resources over STDIO.
Example tools
Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.
query
Run a read-only SQL query
list_tables
List tables in the connected database
describe_table
Return column info for a table
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about LanceDB.
- What is the LanceDB MCP used for?
- The LanceDB MCP allows you to query LanceDB vector tables directly on your local machine. It is designed for applications requiring local vector search, such as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) workflows.
- How can I configure LanceDB in a client like Cline?
- Configuration in a client like Cline typically involves selecting LanceDB from available MCPs and ensuring the necessary local environment for LanceDB is set up. As it uses 'stdio' transport, standard input/output streams facilitate communication.
- Does the LanceDB MCP require an API key or other credentials?
- No, the LanceDB MCP does not require an API key, OAuth, or any other authentication credentials. It operates with a 'none' authentication type, simplifying local use.
- What are the primary capabilities of the LanceDB MCP?
- The primary capability is querying vector tables directly within LanceDB. This supports local vector search operations crucial for tasks like similarity search in RAG applications.
- Is there a cost associated with using the LanceDB MCP?
- The LanceDB MCP itself, being community-provided and based on the LanceDB open-source project, does not have a direct cost. However, its use incurs resource consumption on your local machine.
- What is a prerequisite for using the LanceDB MCP effectively?
- A key prerequisite for effective use is having LanceDB installed and properly configured in your local environment. Without a functional local LanceDB setup, the MCP cannot perform its vector table querying functions.
Install LanceDB
Claude Desktop
Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"lancedb": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-lancedb"
]
}
}
}Cursor
Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"lancedb": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-lancedb"
]
}
}
}VS Code
Add this to your workspace settings.json.
{
"mcp.servers": {
"lancedb": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-lancedb"
]
}
}
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