How to install MCP Native 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 Native by running "gemini mcp add mcp-native npx -y @azure/mcp-native", then type /mcp to check it.

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Run the install command

In a terminal, run:

gemini mcp add mcp-native npx -y @azure/mcp-native

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Check it
Inside Gemini CLI, type /mcp to list servers and tools.

MCP servers run with your permissions. If MCP Native needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.

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Questions

Does MCP Native work in Gemini CLI?

Yes. Gemini CLI supports local and remote mcp servers, extensions (legacy), and MCP Native installs with the steps above.

MCP Native 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 Native safe?

It scores 93 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.