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Gemini CLI

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An open-source terminal agent for coding, codebase analysis, and workflow automation.

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Verified Nov 2, 2026

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What is Gemini CLI?

Gemini CLI is an open-source AI agent that brings Gemini models into the terminal. Developers can use natural-language prompts to explore codebases, generate and edit code, debug problems, and automate operational tasks. Its built-in tools can work with files, execute shell commands, fetch web content, and ground answers with Google Search.

Users can start an interactive session in a project directory or run prompts non-interactively in scripts, including requests for structured JSON output. Project-specific GEMINI.md files provide persistent instructions, while conversation checkpointing lets users save and resume sessions. MCP server connections extend the agent with additional tools. A GitHub Action supports automated pull request reviews, issue triage, and assistance requested in issues or pull requests.

Gemini CLI runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows and requires Node.js 20 or later. It can be launched with npx or installed through npm or Homebrew. Authentication options include a Google account, a Gemini API key, or Vertex AI. The software uses the Apache 2.0 license; model access has quotas and may involve usage-based charges depending on the authentication method.

What can Gemini CLI do?

  • Codebase analysis and editing

    Ask questions about large codebases, generate code, edit files, and troubleshoot issues using natural-language prompts.

  • Built-in terminal and web tools

    Work with files, run shell commands, fetch web content, and use Google Search to ground responses.

  • Scriptable headless mode

    Run prompts non-interactively and request JSON output for use in scripts and automated workflows.

  • MCP integrations

    Connect MCP servers to give the agent access to additional tools and services.

  • Persistent project context

    Use GEMINI.md files to tailor project behavior and checkpoints to save and resume conversations.

  • GitHub workflow automation

    Use the GitHub Action for pull request reviews, issue triage, and on-demand assistance in issues and pull requests.

Who is Gemini CLI for?

Developers
Explore, write, edit, and debug code without leaving the terminal.
Engineering teams
Automate code reviews, issue triage, and recurring development tasks through scripts and GitHub workflows.
Enterprise development teams
Use Vertex AI authentication to connect terminal-based AI workflows with existing Google Cloud infrastructure.

Frequently asked questions

Is Gemini CLI free to use?

The software is open source under Apache 2.0. Personal Google account authentication includes 60 requests per minute and 1,000 requests per day; Gemini API key access includes 100 requests per day with Gemini 2.5 Pro, with paid access available for higher limits.

What systems does Gemini CLI support?

It runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows and requires Node.js 20 or higher. You can launch it with npx or install it with npm; Homebrew installation is available on macOS and Linux.

Can Gemini CLI run in automated scripts?

Yes. Its non-interactive mode accepts prompts from the command line and can return structured JSON output.

How can I extend its capabilities?

You can configure MCP servers to connect additional tools and build custom extensions and reusable commands.

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