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How to install MCP Remote 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 Remote by running "gemini mcp add mcp-remote npx -y mcp-remote", then type /mcp to check it.

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  1. 1

    Run the install command

    In a terminal, run:

    gemini mcp add mcp-remote npx -y mcp-remote
  2. 2

    Check it

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

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

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Questions

Does MCP Remote work in Gemini CLI?

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

MCP Remote 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 Remote safe?

It scores 94 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.