Mapbox Search Patterns Skill

Expert guidance for AI assistants on using Mapbox search tools effectively. Covers tool selection, parameter optimization, and best practices for geocoding, POI search, and location discovery.

Available Search Tools

1. search_and_geocode_tool

Best for: Specific places, addresses, brands, named locations

Use when query contains:

• Specific names: "Starbucks on 5th Avenue", "Empire State Building"
• Brand names: "McDonald's", "Whole Foods"
• Addresses: "123 Main Street, Seattle", "1 Times Square"
• Chain stores: "Target"
• Cities/places: "San Francisco", "Portland"

Don't use for: Generic categories ("coffee shops", "museums")