How to install MCP Github Tool 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 Github Tool by running "gemini mcp add mcp-github-tool npx -y mcp-github-tool", then type /mcp to check it.

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Run the install command

In a terminal, run:

gemini mcp add mcp-github-tool npx -y mcp-github-tool

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

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

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Questions

Does MCP Github Tool work in Gemini CLI?

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

MCP Github Tool 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 Github Tool safe?

It scores 73 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.