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* Update model docs.
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# Gemini CLI model selection (`/model` command)
Select your Gemini CLI model. The `/model` command opens a dialog where you can
configure the model used by Gemini CLI, giving you more control over your
results.
Select your Gemini CLI model. The `/model` command lets you configure the model
used by Gemini CLI, giving you more control over your results. Use **Pro**
models for complex tasks and reasoning, **Flash** models for high speed results,
or the (recommended) **Auto** setting to choose the best model for your tasks.
**Note:** The `/model` command (and the `--model` flag) does not override the
model used by sub-agents. Consequently, even when using the `/model` flag you
may see other models used in your model usage reports.
> **Note:** The `/model` command (and the `--model` flag) does not override the
> model used by sub-agents. Consequently, even when using the `/model` flag you
> may see other models used in your model usage reports.
## How to use the `/model` command
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/model
```
Running this command will open a dialog with your model options:
Running this command will open a dialog with your options:
| Option | Description | Models |
| ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Auto (recommended) | Let the system choose the best model for your task. | gemini-3-pro-preview (if enabled), gemini-2.5-pro, gemini-2.5-flash, gemini-2.5-flash-lite |
| Pro | For complex tasks that require deep reasoning and creativity. | gemini-3-pro-preview (if enabled), gemini-2.5-pro |
| Flash | For tasks that need a balance of speed and reasoning. | gemini-2.5-flash |
| Flash-Lite | For simple tasks that need to be done quickly. | gemini-2.5-flash-lite |
| Option | Description | Models |
| ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Auto (Gemini 3) | Let the system choose the best Gemini 3 model for your task. | gemini-3-pro-preview (if enabled), gemini-3-flash-preview (if enabled) |
| Auto (Gemini 2.5) | Let the system choose the best Gemini 2.5 model for your task. | gemini-2.5-pro, gemini-2.5-flash |
| Manual | Select a specific model. | Any available model. |
### Gemini 3 Pro and preview features
We recommend selecting one of the above **Auto** options. However, you can
select **Manual** to select a specific model from those available.
Note: Gemini 3 is not currently available on all account types. To learn more
about Gemini 3 access, refer to
[Gemini 3 Pro on Gemini CLI](../get-started/gemini-3.md).
### Gemini 3 and preview features
To enable Gemini 3 Pro (if available), enable
[**Preview features** by using the `settings` command](../cli/settings.md). Once
enabled, Gemini CLI will attempt to use Gemini 3 Pro when you select **Auto** or
**Pro**. Both **Auto** and **Pro** will try to use Gemini 3 Pro before falling
back to Gemini 2.5 Pro.
> **Note:** Gemini 3 is not currently available on all account types. To learn
> more about Gemini 3 access, refer to
> [Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI](../get-started/gemini-3.md).
To enable Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3 Flash (if available), enable
[**Preview Features** by using the `settings` command](../cli/settings.md).
You can also use the `--model` flag to specify a particular Gemini model on
startup. For more details, refer to the
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## Best practices for model selection
- **Default to Auto (recommended).** For most users, the _Auto (recommended)_
model provides a balance between speed and performance, automatically
selecting the correct model based on the complexity of the task. Example:
Developing a web application could include a mix of complex tasks (building
architecture and scaffolding the project) and simple tasks (generating CSS).
- **Default to Auto.** For most users, the _Auto_ option model provides a
balance between speed and performance, automatically selecting the correct
model based on the complexity of the task. Example: Developing a web
application could include a mix of complex tasks (building architecture and
scaffolding the project) and simple tasks (generating CSS).
- **Switch to Pro if you aren't getting the results you want.** If you think you
need your model to be a little "smarter," use Pro. Pro will provide you with
the highest levels of reasoning and creativity. Example: A complex or
multi-stage debugging task.
need your model to be a little "smarter," you can manually select Pro. Pro
will provide you with the highest levels of reasoning and creativity. Example:
A complex or multi-stage debugging task.
- **Switch to Flash or Flash-Lite if you need faster results.** If you need a
simple response quickly, Flash or Flash-Lite is the best option. Example:

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# Gemini 3 Pro on Gemini CLI
# Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3 Flash on Gemini CLI
We’re excited to bring Gemini 3 Pro to Gemini CLI. Gemini 3 Pro is **currently
available** on Gemini CLI to all of the following subscribers:
Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3 Flash are now available on Gemini CLI! Currently, most
paid customers of Gemini CLI will have access to both Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3
Flash, including the following subscribers:
- Google AI Ultra (except Google AI Ultra for Business).
- Google AI Pro.
- Gemini Code Assist Standard (requires
- Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra (excluding business customers).
- Gemini Code Assist Standard and Enterprise (requires
[administrative enablement](#administrator-instructions)).
- Gemini Code Assist Enterprise (requires
[administrative enablement](#administrator-instructions)).
- Paid Gemini API key holders.
- Paid Vertex API key holders.
- Paid Gemini API and Vertex API key holders.
For **everyone else**, we're gradually expanding access
[through a waitlist](https://goo.gle/geminicli-waitlist-signup). If you don't
have one of the listed subscriptions, sign up for the waitlist to access Gemini
3 Pro once approved.
For free tier users:
**Note:** Whether you’re automatically granted access or accepted from the
waitlist, you’ll still need to enable Gemini 3 Pro
[using the `/settings` command](../cli/settings.md).
- If you signed up for the waitlist, please check your email for details. We’ve
onboarded everyone who signed up to the previously available waitlist.
- If you were not on our waitlist, we’re rolling out additional access gradually
to ensure the experience remains fast and reliable. Stay tuned for more
details.
## How to join the waitlist
## How to get started with Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI
Users not automatically granted access will need to join the waitlist. Follow
these instructions to sign up:
Get started by upgrading Gemini CLI to the latest version (0.21.1):
- Install Gemini CLI.
- Authenticate using the **Login with Google** option. You’ll see a banner that
says “Gemini 3 is now available.” If you do not see this banner, update your
installation of Gemini CLI to the most recent version.
- Fill out this Google form:
[Access Gemini 3 in Gemini CLI](https://goo.gle/geminicli-waitlist-signup).
Provide the email address of the account you used to authenticate with Gemini
CLI.
```bash
npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@latest
```
Users will be onboarded in batches, subject to availability. When you’ve been
granted access to Gemini 3 Pro, you’ll receive an acceptance email to your
submitted email address.
After you’ve confirmed your version is 0.21.1 or later:
**Note:** Please wait until you have been approved to use Gemini 3 Pro to enable
**Preview Features**. If enabled early, the CLI will fallback to Gemini 2.5 Pro.
1. Use the `/settings` command in Gemini CLI.
2. Toggle **Preview Features** to `true`.
3. Run `/model` and select **Auto (Gemini 3)**.
## How to use Gemini 3 Pro with Gemini CLI
Once you receive your acceptance email–or if you are automatically granted
access–you still need to enable Gemini 3 Pro within Gemini CLI.
To enable Gemini 3 Pro, use the `/settings` command in Gemini CLI and set
**Preview Features** to `true`.
For more information, see [Gemini CLI Settings](../cli/settings.md).
For more information, see [Gemini CLI model selection](../cli/model.md).
### Usage limits and fallback
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Gemini CLI will ask you to decide whether you want to keep trying Gemini 3 Pro
or fallback to Gemini 2.5 Pro.
**Note:** The **Keep trying** option uses exponential backoff, in which Gemini
CLI waits longer between each retry, when the system is busy. If the retry
doesn't happen immediately, please wait a few minutes for the request to
process.
> **Note:** The **Keep trying** option uses exponential backoff, in which Gemini
> CLI waits longer between each retry, when the system is busy. If the retry
> doesn't happen immediately, please wait a few minutes for the request to
> process.
### Model selection and routing types
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To learn more about selecting a model and routing, refer to
[Gemini CLI Model Selection](../cli/model.md).
## How to enable Gemini 3 Pro with Gemini CLI on Gemini Code Assist
## How to enable Gemini 3 with Gemini CLI on Gemini Code Assist
If you're using Gemini Code Assist Standard or Gemini Code Assist Enterprise,
enabling Gemini 3 Pro on Gemini CLI requires configuring your release channels.
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- Use the `/settings` command.
- Set **Preview Features** to `true`.
Restart Gemini CLI and you should have access to Gemini 3 Pro.
Restart Gemini CLI and you should have access to Gemini 3.
## Need help?

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},
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"label": "Gemini 3 Pro on Gemini CLI",
"label": "Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI",
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},
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