search_files
Locate files and directories by name pattern recursively within a specified directory. Supports case-insensitive searches, excludes hidden items by default, and returns relative paths. Ideal for organizing and accessing project files efficiently.
Instructions
Search for files and directories matching a pattern. The search is recursive and case-insensitive. Only searches within the allowed directory. Returns paths relative to the allowed directory. Searches in file and directory names, not content. For searching within file contents, use the tree_sitter_map tool which can locate specific code elements like functions and classes. Example: pattern='.py' finds all Python files, pattern='test' finds all items with 'test' in the name.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| include_hidden | No | Whether to include hidden files and directories (defaults to false) | |
| path | No | Starting directory for the search (defaults to allowed directory) | |
| pattern | Yes | Pattern to search for in file and directory names |