How to install MCP Excalidraw Server 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 Excalidraw Server by running "gemini mcp add mcp-excalidraw-server npx -y mcp-excalidraw-server", then type /mcp to check it.
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Run the install command
In a terminal, run:
gemini mcp add mcp-excalidraw-server npx -y mcp-excalidraw-server - 2
Check it
Inside Gemini CLI, type /mcp to list servers and tools.
MCP servers run with your permissions. If MCP Excalidraw Server needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.
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Questions
Does MCP Excalidraw Server work in Gemini CLI?
Yes. Gemini CLI supports local and remote mcp servers, extensions (legacy), and MCP Excalidraw Server installs with the steps above.
MCP Excalidraw Server 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 Excalidraw Server safe?
It scores 91 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.
