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How to install mcp-exa in Codex

To install mcp-exa in Codex, run "codex mcp add mcp-exa -- uvx mcp-exa" in your terminal, then type /mcp in Codex to check it.

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  1. 1

    Run the install command

    In a terminal, run:

    codex mcp add mcp-exa -- uvx mcp-exa
  2. 2

    Check it

    Inside Codex, type /mcp to see the server and its tools.

MCP servers run with your permissions. If mcp-exa needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.

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Questions

Does mcp-exa work in Codex?

Yes. Codex supports mcp servers in the codex cli and ide extension, and mcp-exa installs with the steps above.

mcp-exa does not show up in Codex. What now?

Restart Codex fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure uv (for uvx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.

Is mcp-exa safe?

It scores 20 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.