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brave-search-mcp

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brave_image_search

brave_image_search

Search for images of people, places, things, design ideas, and art. Specify query, country, language, count, safesearch, and spellcheck parameters.

Instructions

Performs an image search using the Brave Search API. Helpful for when you need pictures of people, places, things, graphic design ideas, art inspiration, and more. When relaying results in a markdown environment, it may be helpful to include images in the results (e.g., ![image.title](image.properties.url)).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
queryYesThe user's search query. Query cannot be empty. Limited to 400 characters and 50 words.
countryNoSearch query country, where the results come from. The country string is limited to 2 character country codes of supported countries.US
search_langNoSearch language preference. The 2 or more character language code for which the search results are provided.en
countNoNumber of results (1-200, default 50). Combine this parameter with `offset` to paginate search results.
safesearchNoFilters search results for adult content. The following values are supported: 'off' - No filtering. 'strict' - Drops all adult content from search results.strict
spellcheckNoWhether to spellcheck provided query.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
typeYes
itemsYes
countYes
might_be_offensiveYesWhether the image might be offensive.
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations only have openWorldHint=true, with no readOnlyHint or destructiveHint. The description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as side effects, authorization needs, or rate limits, leaving the agent without critical context.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Three sentences: purpose, examples, and a markdown tip. Well-structured and front-loaded, though the markdown tip is slightly tangential.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

With an output schema present and full parameter schema coverage, the description adds appropriate context about image results and markdown usage, though it could mention pagination briefly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema provides 100% coverage with descriptions for all 6 parameters. The description adds no additional parameter meaning, so it meets the baseline of 3.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states it performs image searches using Brave API and provides specific use cases (pictures of people, places, etc.), distinguishing it from sibling search tools.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description explicitly states when to use it ('when you need pictures') and gives concrete examples, though it doesn't mention when not to use or compare directly with siblings.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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