---
title: "mcfly Intelligent Shell History Search with Neural Network"
description: "mcfly is a Rust-based shell history search tool that uses a small neural network to prioritize commands based on context. It replaces Ctrl+R with an intelligent full-screen search interface that considers your current directory, recent commands, and command exit status."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/cantino/mcfly"
category:
  - "Developer Tools"
framework:
  - "Custom Agents"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "cantino/mcfly"
  github_stars: 7657
---

# mcfly Intelligent Shell History Search with Neural Network

mcfly is a Rust-based shell history search tool that uses a small neural network to prioritize commands based on context. It replaces Ctrl+R with an intelligent full-screen search interface that considers your current directory, recent commands, and command exit status.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/mcfly-intelligent-shell-history-search/)