How to install MCP CLI in Gemini CLI
Gemini CLI was replaced by Antigravity CLI in June 2026. On an enterprise licence or paid API key you can still install MCP CLI by running "gemini mcp add mcp-cli npx -y @airtable/mcp-cli", then type /mcp to check it.
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Run the install command
In a terminal, run:
gemini mcp add mcp-cli npx -y @airtable/mcp-cli - 2
Check it
Inside Gemini CLI, type /mcp to list servers and tools.
MCP servers run with your permissions. If MCP CLI needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.
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Questions
Does MCP CLI work in Gemini CLI?
Yes. Gemini CLI supports local and remote mcp servers, extensions (legacy), and MCP CLI installs with the steps above.
MCP CLI does not show up in Gemini CLI. What now?
Restart Gemini CLI fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure Node.js (for npx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.
Is MCP CLI safe?
It scores 76 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.
