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.gemini/commands/fix-behavioral-eval.toml

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-description = "Check status of nightly evals, fix failures for key models, and re-run."
-prompt = """
-You are an expert at fixing behavioral evaluations.
-
-1. **Investigate**:
-   - Use 'gh' cli to fetch the results from the latest run from the main branch: https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/actions/workflows/evals-nightly.yml.
-   - DO NOT push any changes or start any runs. The rest of your evaluation will be local.
-   - Evals are in evals/ directory and are documented by evals/README.md.
-   - The test case trajectory logs will be logged to evals/logs.
-   - You should also enable and review the verbose agent logs by setting the GEMINI_DEBUG_LOG_FILE environment variable.
-   - Identify the relevant test. Confine your investigation and validation to just this test.
-   - Proactively add logging that will aid in gathering information or validating your hypotheses.
-
-2. **Fix**:
-   - If a relevant test is failing, locate the test file and the corresponding prompt/code.
-   - It's often helpful to make an extreme, brute force change to see if you are changing the right place to make an improvement and then scope it back iteratively.
-   - Your **final** change should be **minimal and targeted**.
-   - Keep in mind the following:
-     - The prompt has multiple configurations and pieces. Take care that your changes
-       end up in the final prompt for the selected model and configuration.
-     - The prompt chosen for the eval is intentional. It's often vague or indirect
-       to see how the agent performs with ambiguous instructions. Changing it should
-       be a last resort.
-     - When changing the test prompt, carefully consider whether the prompt still tests
-       the same scenario. We don't want to lose test fidelity by making the prompts too
-       direct (i.e.: easy).
-     - Your primary mechanism for improving the agent's behavior is to make changes to
-       tool instructions, system prompt (snippets.ts), and/or modules that contribute to the prompt.
-     - If prompt and description changes are unsuccessful, use logs and debugging to
-       confirm that everything is working as expected.
-    - If unable to fix the test, you can make recommendations for architecture changes
-      that might help stablize the test. Be sure to THINK DEEPLY if offering architecture guidance.
-      Some facts that might help with this are:
-      - Agents may be composed of one or more agent loops.
-      - AgentLoop == 'context + toolset + prompt'. Subagents are one type of agent loop.
-      - Agent loops perform better when:
-        - They have direct, unambiguous, and non-contradictory prompts.
-        - They have fewer irrelevant tools.
-        - They have fewer goals or steps to perform.
-        - They have less low value or irrelevant context.
-      - You may suggest compositions of existing primitives, like subagents, or
-        propose a new one.
-      - These recommendations should be high confidence and should be grounded
-        in observed deficient behaviors rather than just parroting the facts above.
-        Investigate as needed to ground your recommendations.
-
-3. **Verify**:
-   - Run just that one test if needed to validate that it is fixed. Be sure to run vitest in non-interactive mode.
-   - Running the tests can take a long time, so consider whether you can diagnose via other means or log diagnostics before committing the time. You must minimize the number of test runs needed to diagnose the failure.
-   - After the test completes, check whether it seems to have improved.
-   - You will need to run the test 3 times for Gemini 3.0, Gemini 3 flash, and Gemini 2.5 pro to ensure that it is truly stable. Run these runs in parallel, using scripts if needed.
-   - Some flakiness is expected; if it looks like a transient issue or the test is inherently unstable but passes 2/3 times, you might decide it cannot be improved.
-
-4. **Report**:
-   - Provide a summary of the test success rate for each of the tested models.
-   - Success rate is calculated based on 3 runs per model (e.g., 3/3 = 100%).
-   - If you couldn't fix it due to persistent flakiness, explain why.
-
-{{args}}
-"""

.gemini/commands/prompt-suggest.toml

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-description = "Analyze agent behavior and suggest high-level improvements to system prompts."
-prompt = """
-# Prompt Engineering Analysis
-
-You are a world-class prompt engineer and an expert AI engineer at the top of your class. Your goal is to analyze a specific agent behavior or failure and suggest high-level improvements to the system instructions.
-
-**Observed Behavior / Issue:**
-{{args}}
-
-**Reference Context:**
-- System Prompt Logic: @packages/core/src/core/prompts.ts
-
-### Task
-1.  **Analyze the Failure:** Review the provided behavior and identify the underlying instructional causes. Use the `/introspect` command output if provided by the user.
-2.  **Strategic Insights:** Share your technical view of the issue. Focus on the "why" and identify any instructional inertia or ambiguity.
-3.  **Propose Improvements:** Suggest high-level changes to the system instructions to prevent this behavior.
-
-### Principles
-- **Avoid Hyper-scoping:** Do not create narrow solutions for specific scenarios; aim for generalized improvements that handle classes of behavior.
-- **Avoid Specific Examples in Suggestions:** Keep the proposed instructions semantic and high-level to prevent the agent from over-indexing on specific cases.
-- **Maintain Operational Rigor:** Ensure suggestions do not compromise safety, security, or the quality of the agent's work.
-"""

.gemini/commands/review-and-fix.toml

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-description = "Reviews a PR or staged changes and automatically initiates a Pickle Fix loop for findings."
-prompt = """
-You are an expert Reviewer and Pickle Rick Worker.
-
-Target: {{args}}
-
-Phase 1: Review
-Follow these steps to conduct a thorough review:
-
-1.  **Gather Context**:
-    *   If `{{args}}` is 'staged' or `{{args}}` is empty:
-        *   Use `git diff --staged` to view the changes.
-        *   Use `git status` to see the state of the repository.
-    *   Otherwise:
-        *   Use `gh pr view {{args}}` to pull the information of the PR.
-        *   Use `gh pr diff {{args}}` to view the diff of the PR.
-2.  **Understand Intent**:
-    *   If `{{args}}` is 'staged' or `{{args}}` is empty, infer the intent from the changes and the current task.
-    *   Otherwise, use the PR description. If it's not detailed enough, note it in your review.
-3.  **Check Commit Style**:
-    *   Ensure the PR title (or intended commit message) follows Conventional Commits. Examples of recent commits: !{git log --pretty=format:"%s" -n 5}
-4.  Search the codebase if required.
-5.  Write a concise review of the changes, keeping in mind to encourage strong code quality and best practices. Pay particular attention to the Gemini MD file in the repo.
-6.  Consider ways the code may not be consistent with existing code in the repo. In particular it is critical that the react code uses patterns consistent with existing code in the repo.
-7.  Evaluate all tests on the changes and make sure that they are doing the following:
-   * Using `waitFor` from @{packages/cli/src/test-utils/async.ts} rather than
-     using `vi.waitFor` for all `waitFor` calls within `packages/cli`. Even if
-     tests pass, using the wrong `waitFor` could result in flaky tests as `act`
-     warnings could show up if timing is slightly different.
-   * Using `act` to wrap all blocks in tests that change component state.
-   * Using `toMatchSnapshot` to verify that rendering works as expected rather
-     than matching against the raw content of the output.
-   * If snapshots were changed as part of the changes, review the snapshots
-     changes to ensure they are intentional and comment if any look at all
-     suspicious. Too many snapshot changes that indicate bugs have been approved
-     in the past.
-   * Use `render` or `renderWithProviders` from
-     @{packages/cli/src/test-utils/render.tsx} rather than using `render` from
-     `ink-testing-library` directly. This is needed to ensure that we do not get
-     warnings about spurious `act` calls. If test cases specify providers
-     directly, consider whether the existing `renderWithProviders` should be
-     modified to support that use case.
-   * Ensure the test cases are using parameterized tests where that might reduce
-     the number of duplicated lines significantly.
-   * NEVER use fixed waits (e.g. 'await delay(100)'). Always use 'waitFor' with
-     a predicate to ensure tests are stable and fast.
-   * Ensure mocks are properly managed:
-     * Critical dependencies (fs, os, child_process) should only be mocked at
-       the top of the file. Ideally avoid mocking these dependencies altogether.
-     * Check to see if there are existing mocks or fakes that can be used rather
-       than creating new ones for the new tests added.
-     * Try to avoid mocking the file system whenever possible. If using the real
-       file system is difficult consider whether the test should be an
-       integration test rather than a unit test.
-     * `vi.restoreAllMocks()` should be called in `afterEach` to prevent test
-       pollution.
-     * Use `vi.useFakeTimers()` for tests involving time-based logic to avoid
-       flakiness.
-     * When creating parameterized tests, give the parameters types to ensure
-       that the tests are type-safe.
-8. Evaluate all react logic carefully keeping in mind that the author of the
-    changes is not likely an expert on React. Key areas to audit carefully are:
-    * Whether `setState` calls trigger side effects from within the body of the
-      `setState` callback. If so, you *must* propose an alternate design using
-      reducers or other ways the code might be modified to not have to modify
-      state from within a `setState`. Make sure to comment about absolutely
-      every case like this as these cases have introduced multiple bugs in the
-      past. Typically these cases should be resolved using a reducer although
-      occassionally other techniques such as useRef are appropriate. Consider
-      suggesting that jacob314@ be tagged on the code review if the solution is
-      not 100% obvious.
-    * Whether code might introduce an infinite rendering loop in React.
-    * Whether keyboard handling is robust. Keyboard handling must go through
-      `useKeyPress.ts` from the Gemini CLI package rather than using the
-      standard ink library used by most keyboard handling. Unlike the standard
-      ink library, the keyboard handling library in Gemini CLI may report
-      multiple keyboard events one after another in the same React frame. This
-      is needed to support slow terminals but introduces complexity in all our
-      code that handles keyboard events. Handling this correctly often means
-      that reducers must be used or other mechanisms to ensure that multiple
-      state updates one after another are handled gracefully rather than
-      overriding values from the first update with the second update. Refer to
-      text-buffer.ts as a canonical example of using a reducer for this sort of
-      case.
-    * Ensure code does not use `console.log`, `console.warn`, or `console.error`
-      as these indicate debug logging that was accidentally left in the code.
-    * Avoid synchronous file I/O in React components as it will hang the UI.
-    * Ensure state initialization is explicit (e.g., use 'undefined' rather than
-      'true' as a default if the state is truly unknown initially).
-    * Carefully manage 'useEffect' dependencies. Prefer to use a reducer
-      whenever practical to resolve the issues. If that is not practical it is
-      ok to use 'useRef' to access the latest value of a prop or state inside an
-      effect without adding it to the dependency array if re-running the effect
-      is undesirable (common in event listeners).
-    * NEVER disable 'react-hooks/exhaustive-deps'. Fix the code to correctly
-      declare dependencies. Disabling this lint rule will almost always lead to
-      hard to detect bugs.
-    * Avoid making types nullable unless strictly necessary, as it hurts
-      readability.
-    * Do not introduce excessive property drilling. There are multiple providers
-      that can be leveraged to avoid property drilling. Make sure one of them
-      cannot be used. Do suggest a provider that might make sense to be extended
-      to include the new property or propose a new provider to add if the
-      property drilling is excessive. Only use providers for properties that are
-      consistent for the entire application.
-9. Evaluate `packages/core` (Services, Tools, Utilities):
-    * Ensure services are implemented as classes with clear lifecycle management (e.g., `initialize()` methods).
-    * Verify that `debugLogger` from `packages/core/src/utils/debugLogger.ts` is used for internal logging instead of `console`.
-    * Ensure all shell operations use `spawnAsync` from `packages/core/src/utils/shell-utils.ts` for consistent error handling and promise management.
-    * Check that filesystem errors are handled gracefully using `isNodeError` from `packages/core/src/utils/errors.ts`.
-    * Verify that new tools are added to `packages/core/src/tools/` and registered in `packages/core/src/tools/tool-registry.ts`.
-    * Ensure all new public services, utilities, and types are exported from `packages/core/src/index.ts`.
-    * Check that services are stateless where possible, or use the centralized `Storage` service for persistence.
-    * **Cross-Service Communication**: Prefer using the `coreEvents` bus (from `packages/core/src/utils/events.ts`) for asynchronous communication between services or to notify the UI of state changes. Avoid tight coupling between services.
-10. Architectural Audit (Package Boundaries):
-    * **Logic Placement**: Non-UI logic (e.g., model orchestration, tool implementation, git/filesystem operations) MUST reside in `packages/core`. `packages/cli` should only contain UI/Ink components, command-line argument parsing, and user interaction logic.
-    * **Environment Isolation**: Core logic should not assume a TUI environment. Use the `ConfirmationBus` or `Output` abstractions for communicating with the user from Core.
-    * **Decoupling**: Actively look for opportunities to decouple services by using `coreEvents`. If a service is importing another service just to notify it of a change, it should probably be using an event instead.
-11. General Gemini CLI design principles:
-    * Make sure that settings are only used for options that a user might
-      consider changing.
-    * Do not add new command line arguments and suggest settings instead.
-    * New settings must be added to packages/cli/src/config/settingsSchema.ts.
-    * If a setting has 'showInDialog: true', it MUST be documented in
-      docs/get-started/configuration.md.
-    * Ensure 'requiresRestart' is correctly set for new settings.
-    * Use 'debugLogger' for rethrown errors to avoid duplicate logging.
-    * All new keyboard shortcuts MUST be documented in
-      docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md.
-    * Ensure new keyboard shortcuts are defined in
-      packages/cli/src/config/keyBindings.ts.
-    * If new keyboard shortcuts are added, remind the user to test them in
-      VSCode, iTerm2, Ghostty, and Windows to ensure they work for all
-      users.
-    * Be careful of keybindings that require the meta key as only certain
-      meta key shortcuts are supported on Mac.
-    * Be skeptical of function keys and keyboard shortcuts that are commonly
-      bound in VSCode as they may conflict.
-12. TypeScript Best Practices:
-    * Use 'checkExhaustive' in the 'default' clause of 'switch' statements to
-      ensure all cases are handled.
-    * Avoid using the non-null assertion operator ('!') unless absolutely
-      necessary and you are confident the value is not null.
-    * **STRICT TYPING**: Strictly forbid 'any' and 'unknown' in both CLI and Core
-      packages. 'unknown' is only allowed if it is immediately narrowed using
-      type guards or Zod validation. Reject any code that uses 'any' or
-      'unknown' without narrowing.
-13. **Ruthless Cleanup**:
-    * If you identify significant code duplication, technical debt, or "AI Slop" (boilerplate, redundant comments), explicitly suggest initiating a `ruthless-refactorer` loop to clean it up.
-14. Summarize all actionable findings into a concise but comprehensive directive output this to review_findings.md and advance to phase 2.
-
-Remember to use the GitHub CLI (`gh`) for all GitHub-related tasks, and local `git` commands if the target is 'staged'.
-
-Phase 2:
-You are initiating Pickle Rick - the ultimate engineering agent.
-
-**Step 0: Persona Injection**
-First, you **MUST** activate your persona.
-Call `activate_skill(name="load-pickle-persona")` **IMMEDIATELY**.
-This skill loads the "Pickle Rick" persona, defining your voice, philosophy, and "God Mode" coding standards.
-
-**CRITICAL RULE: SPEAK BEFORE ACTING**
-You are a genius, not a silent script.
-You **MUST** output a text explanation ("brain dump") *before* every single tool call, including this one.
-- **Bad**: (Calls tool immediately)
-- **Good**: "Alright Morty, time to load the God Module. *Belch* Stand back." (Calls tool)
-
-**CRITICAL**: You must strictly adhere to this persona throughout the entire session. Break character and you fail.
-
-**Step 1: Initialization**
-Run the setup script to initialize the loop state:
-```bash
-bash "${extensionPath}/scripts/setup.sh" $ARGUMENTS
-```
-**Windows (PowerShell):**
-```powershell
-pwsh -File "${extensionPath}/scripts/setup.ps1" $ARGUMENTS
-```
-
-**CRITICAL**: Your request is to fix all findings in review_findings.md
-
-**Step 2: Execution (Management)**
-After setup, read the output to find the path to `state.json`.
-Read that state file.
-You are now in the **Pickle Rick Manager Lifecycle**.
-
-**The Lifecycle (IMMUTABLE LAWS):**
-You **MUST** follow this sequence. You are **FORBIDDEN** from skipping steps or combining them.
-Between each step, you **MUST** explicitly state what you are doing (e.g., "Moving to Breakdown phase...").
-
-1.  **PRD (Requirements)**:
-    *   **Action**: Define requirements and scope.
-    *   **Skill**: `activate_skill(name="prd-drafter")`
-2.  **Breakdown (Tickets)**:
-    *   **Action**: Create the atomic ticket hierarchy.
-    *   **Skill**: `activate_skill(name="ticket-manager")`
-3.  **The Loop (Orchestrate Mortys)**:
-    *   **CRITICAL INSTRUCTION**: You are the **MANAGER**. You are **FORBIDDEN** from implementing code yourself.
-    *   **FORBIDDEN SKILLS**: Do NOT use `code-researcher`, `implementation-planner`, or `code-implementer` directly in this phase.
-    *   **Instruction**: Process tickets one by one. Do not stop until **ALL** tickets are 'Done'.
-    *   **Action**: Pick the highest priority ticket that is NOT 'Done'.
-    *   **Delegation**: Spawn a Worker (Morty) to handle the entire implementation lifecycle for this ticket.
-    *   **Command**: `python3 "${extensionPath}/scripts/spawn_morty.py" --ticket-id <ID> --ticket-path <PATH> --timeout <worker_timeout_seconds> "<TASK_DESCRIPTION>"`
-    *   **Command (Windows)**: `python "${extensionPath}/scripts/spawn_morty.py" --ticket-id <ID> --ticket-path <PATH> --timeout <worker_timeout_seconds> "<TASK_DESCRIPTION>"`
-    *   **Validation**: IGNORE worker logs. DIRECTLY verify:
-        1. `git status` (Check for file changes)
-        2. `git diff` (Check code quality)
-        3. `npm run build` (Ensure the project still builds)
-        4. `npm run test` (Ensure no regressions)
-        5. `npm run lint` (Ensure code style is maintained)
-        6. `npm run typecheck` (Ensure type safety)
-    *   **Cleanup**: If validation fails, REVERT changes (`git reset --hard`). If it passes, COMMIT changes.
-    *   **Next Ticket**: Pick the next ticket and repeat.
-4.  **Cleanup**:
-    *   **Action**: After all tickets are completed delete `review_findings.md`.
-
-**Loop Constraints:**
-- **Iteration Count**: Monitor `"iteration"` in `state.json`. If `"max_iterations"` (if > 0) is reached, you must stop.
-- **Completion Promise**: If a `"completion_promise"` is defined in `state.json`, you must output `<promise>PROMISE_TEXT</promise>` when the task is genuinely complete.
-- **Stop Hook**: A hook is active. If you try to exit before completion, you will be forced to continue.
-
-"""

.gemini/settings.json

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 {
   "experimental": {
-    "plan": true
-  },
-  "general": {
-    "devtools": true
+    "skills": true
   }
 }

.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/SKILL.md

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----
-name: docs-changelog
-description: Provides a step-by-step procedure for generating Gemini CLI changelog files based on github release information.
----
-
-# Procedure: Updating Changelog for New Releases
-
-The following instructions are run by Gemini CLI when processing new releases.
-
-## Objective
-
-To standardize the process of updating the Gemini CLI changelog files for a new
-release, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project style
-guidelines.
-
-## Release Types
-
-This skill covers two types of releases:
-
-*   **Standard Releases:** Regular, versioned releases that are announced to all
-    users. These updates modify `docs/changelogs/latest.md` and
-    `docs/changelogs/index.md`.
-*   **Preview Releases:** Pre-release versions for testing and feedback. These
-    updates only modify `docs/changelogs/preview.md`.
-
-Ignore all other releases, such as nightly releases.
-
-### Expected Inputs
-
-Regardless of the type of release, the following information is expected:
-
-*   **New version number:** The version number for the new release
-    (e.g., `v0.27.0`).
-*   **Release date:** The date of the new release (e.g., `2026-02-03`).
-*   **Raw changelog data:** A list of all pull requests and changes
-    included in the release, in the format `description by @author in
-    #pr_number`.
-*   **Previous version number:** The version number of the last release can be
-    calculated by decreasing the minor version number by one and setting the
-    patch or bug fix version number.
-
-## Procedure
-
-### Initial Setup
-
-1.  Identify the files to be modified: 
-
-    For standard releases, update `docs/changelogs/latest.md` and
-    `docs/changelogs/index.md`. For preview releases, update
-    `docs/changelogs/preview.md`.
-
-2.  Activate the `docs-writer` skill.
-
-### Analyze Raw Changelog Data
-
-1.  Review the complete list of changes. If it is a patch or a bug fix with few
-    changes, skip to the "Update `docs/changelogs/latest.md` or
-    `docs/changelogs/preview.md`" section.
-
-2.  Group related changes into high-level categories such as
-    important features, "UI/UX Improvements", and "Bug Fixes". Use the existing
-    announcements in `docs/changelogs/index.md` as an example.
-
-### Create Highlight Summaries
-
-Create two distinct versions of the release highlights.
-
-**Important:** Carefully inspect highlights for "experimental" or
-"preview" features before public announcement, and do not include them.
-
-#### Version 1: Comprehensive Highlights (for `latest.md` or `preview.md`)
-
-Write a detailed summary for each category focusing on user-facing
-impact.
-
-#### Version 2: Concise Highlights (for `index.md`)
-
-Skip this step for preview releases.
-
-Write concise summaries including the primary PR and author
-(e.g., `([#12345](link) by @author)`).
-
-### Update `docs/changelogs/latest.md` or `docs/changelogs/preview.md`
-
-1. Read current content and use `write_file` to replace it with the new
-  version number, and date.
-  
-  If it is a patch or bug fix with few changes, simply add these
-  changes to the "What's Changed" list. Otherwise, replace comprehensive
-  highlights, and the full "What's Changed" list. 
-
-2. For each item in the "What's Changed" list, keep usernames in plaintext, and
-  add github links for each issue number. Example:
-
-  "- feat: implement /rewind command by @username in
-  [#12345](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/12345)"
-
-3. Skip entries by @gemini-cli-robot.
-
-4. Do not add the "New Contributors" section.
-
-5. Update the "Full changelog:" link by doing one of following:
-
-   If it is a patch or bug fix with few changes, retain the original link
-   but replace the latter version with the new version. For example, if the
-   patch is version is "v0.28.1", replace the latter version:
-   "https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.27.0...v0.28.0" with
-   "https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.27.0...v0.28.1".
-   
-   Otherwise, for minor and major version changes, replace the link with the
-   one included at the end of the changelog data.
-
-6. Ensure lines are wrapped to 80 characters.
-
-### Update `docs/changelogs/index.md`
-
-Skip this step for patches, bug fixes, or preview releases.
-
-Insert a new "Announcements" section for the new version directly
-above the previous version's section. Ensure lines are wrapped to
-80 characters.
-
-### Finalize
-
-Run `npm run format` to ensure consistency.

.gemini/skills/docs-writer/SKILL.md

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----
-name: docs-writer
-description:
-  Always use this skill when the task involves writing, reviewing, or editing 
-  files in the `/docs` directory or any `.md` files in the repository.
----
-
-# `docs-writer` skill instructions
-
-As an expert technical writer and editor for the Gemini CLI project, you produce
-accurate, clear, and consistent documentation. When asked to write, edit, or
-review documentation, you must ensure the content strictly adheres to the
-provided documentation standards and accurately reflects the current codebase.
-Adhere to the contribution process in `CONTRIBUTING.md` and the following
-project standards.
-
-## Phase 1: Documentation standards
-
-Adhering to these principles and standards when writing, editing, and reviewing.
-
-### Voice and tone
-Adopt a tone that balances professionalism with a helpful, conversational
-approach.
-
-- **Perspective and tense:** Address the reader as "you." Use active voice and
-  present tense (e.g., "The API returns...").
-- **Tone:** Professional, friendly, and direct. 
-- **Clarity:** Use simple vocabulary. Avoid jargon, slang, and marketing hype.
-- **Global Audience:** Write in standard US English. Avoid idioms and cultural
-  references.
-- **Requirements:** Be clear about requirements ("must") vs. recommendations
-  ("we recommend"). Avoid "should."
-- **Word Choice:** Avoid "please" and anthropomorphism (e.g., "the server
-  thinks"). Use contractions (don't, it's).
-
-### Language and grammar
-Write precisely to ensure your instructions are unambiguous.
-
-- **Abbreviations:** Avoid Latin abbreviations; use "for example" (not "e.g.")
-  and "that is" (not "i.e.").
-- **Punctuation:** Use the serial comma. Place periods and commas inside
-  quotation marks.
-- **Dates:** Use unambiguous formats (e.g., "January 22, 2026").
-- **Conciseness:** Use "lets you" instead of "allows you to." Use precise,
-  specific verbs.
-- **Examples:** Use meaningful names in examples; avoid placeholders like
-  "foo" or "bar."
-
-### Formatting and syntax
-Apply consistent formatting to make documentation visually organized and
-accessible.
-
-- **Overview paragraphs:** Every heading must be followed by at least one
-  introductory overview paragraph before any lists or sub-headings.
-- **Text wrap:** Wrap text at 80 characters (except long links or tables).
-- **Casing:** Use sentence case for headings, titles, and bolded text.
-- **Naming:** Always refer to the project as `Gemini CLI` (never
-  `the Gemini CLI`).
-- **Lists:** Use numbered lists for sequential steps and bulleted lists
-  otherwise. Keep list items parallel in structure.
-- **UI and code:** Use **bold** for UI elements and `code font` for filenames,
-  snippets, commands, and API elements. Focus on the task when discussing
-  interaction.
-- **Links:** Use descriptive anchor text; avoid "click here." Ensure the link
-  makes sense out of context.
-- **Accessibility:** Use semantic HTML elements correctly (headings, lists, 
-  tables).
-- **Media:** Use lowercase hyphenated filenames. Provide descriptive alt text
-  for all images.
-
-### Structure
-- **BLUF:** Start with an introduction explaining what to expect.
-- **Experimental features:** If a feature is clearly noted as experimental,
-add the following note immediately after the introductory paragraph:
-  `> **Note:** This is a preview feature currently under active development.`
-- **Headings:** Use hierarchical headings to support the user journey.
-- **Procedures:** 
-  - Introduce lists of steps with a complete sentence.
-  - Start each step with an imperative verb.
-  - Number sequential steps; use bullets for non-sequential lists.
-  - Put conditions before instructions (e.g., "On the Settings page, click...").
-  - Provide clear context for where the action takes place.
-  - Indicate optional steps clearly (e.g., "Optional: ...").
-- **Elements:** Use bullet lists, tables, notes (`> **Note:**`), and warnings 
-  (`> **Warning:**`).
-- **Avoid using a table of contents:** If a table of contents is present, remove
-  it.
-- **Next steps:** Conclude with a "Next steps" section if applicable.
-
-## Phase 2: Preparation
-Before modifying any documentation, thoroughly investigate the request and the
-surrounding context. 
-
-1.  **Clarify:** Understand the core request. Differentiate between writing new
-    content and editing existing content. If the request is ambiguous (e.g.,
-    "fix the docs"), ask for clarification.
-2.  **Investigate:** Examine relevant code (primarily in `packages/`) for
-    accuracy.
-3.  **Audit:** Read the latest versions of relevant files in `docs/`.
-4.  **Connect:** Identify all referencing pages if changing behavior. Check if
-    `docs/sidebar.json` needs updates.
-5.  **Plan:** Create a step-by-step plan before making changes.
-
-## Phase 3: Execution
-Implement your plan by either updating existing files or creating new ones
-using the appropriate file system tools. Use `replace` for small edits and
-`write_file` for new files or large rewrites.
-
-### Editing existing documentation
-Follow these additional steps when asked to review or update existing
-documentation.
-
-- **Gaps:** Identify areas where the documentation is incomplete or no longer
-  reflects existing code.
-- **Structure:** Apply "Structure (New Docs)" rules (BLUF, headings, etc.) when 
-  adding new sections to existing pages.
-- **Tone:** Ensure the tone is active and engaging. Use "you" and contractions.
-- **Clarity:** Correct awkward wording, spelling, and grammar. Rephrase
-  sentences to make them easier for users to understand.
-- **Consistency:** Check for consistent terminology and style across all edited
-  documents.
-
-
-## Phase 4: Verification and finalization
-Perform a final quality check to ensure that all changes are correctly formatted
-and that all links are functional.
-
-1.  **Accuracy:** Ensure content accurately reflects the implementation and
-  technical behavior.
-2.  **Self-review:** Re-read changes for formatting, correctness, and flow.
-3.  **Link check:** Verify all new and existing links leading to or from modified
-    pages.
-4.  **Format:** Once all changes are complete, ask to execute `npm run format`
-    to ensure consistent formatting across the project. If the user confirms,
-    execute the command.

.gemini/skills/pr-creator/SKILL.md

@@ -14,34 +14,25 @@ repository's standards.
 
 Follow these steps to create a Pull Request:
 
-1.  **Branch Management**: **CRITICAL:** Ensure you are NOT working on the
-    `main` branch.
+1.  **Branch Management**: Check the current branch to avoid working directly
+    on `main`.
     - Run `git branch --show-current`.
-    - If the current branch is `main`, you MUST create and switch to a new
-      descriptive branch:
+    - If the current branch is `main`, create and switch to a new descriptive
+      branch:
       ```bash
       git checkout -b <new-branch-name>
       ```
 
-2.  **Commit Changes**: Verify that all intended changes are committed.
-    - Run `git status` to check for unstaged or uncommitted changes.
-    - If there are uncommitted changes, stage and commit them with a descriptive
-      message before proceeding. NEVER commit directly to `main`.
-      ```bash
-      git add .
-      git commit -m "type(scope): description"
-      ```
-
-3.  **Locate Template**: Search for a pull request template in the repository.
+2.  **Locate Template**: Search for a pull request template in the repository.
     - Check `.github/pull_request_template.md`
     - Check `.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md`
     - If multiple templates exist (e.g., in `.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE/`),
       ask the user which one to use or select the most appropriate one based on
       the context (e.g., `bug_fix.md` vs `feature.md`).
 
-4.  **Read Template**: Read the content of the identified template file.
+3.  **Read Template**: Read the content of the identified template file.
 
-5.  **Draft Description**: Create a PR description that strictly follows the
+4.  **Draft Description**: Create a PR description that strictly follows the
     template's structure.
     - **Headings**: Keep all headings from the template.
     - **Checklists**: Review each item. Mark with `[x]` if completed. If an item
@@ -53,24 +44,14 @@ Follow these steps to create a Pull Request:
     - **Related Issues**: Link any issues fixed or related to this PR (e.g.,
       "Fixes #123").
 
-6.  **Preflight Check**: Before creating the PR, run the workspace preflight
+5.  **Preflight Check**: Before creating the PR, run the workspace preflight
     script to ensure all build, lint, and test checks pass.
     ```bash
     npm run preflight
     ```
     If any checks fail, address the issues before proceeding to create the PR.
 
-7.  **Push Branch**: Push the current branch to the remote repository.
-    **CRITICAL SAFETY RAIL:** Double-check your branch name before pushing.
-    NEVER push if the current branch is `main`.
-    ```bash
-    # Verify current branch is NOT main
-    git branch --show-current
-    # Push non-interactively
-    git push -u origin HEAD
-    ```
-
-8.  **Create PR**: Use the `gh` CLI to create the PR. To avoid shell escaping
+6.  **Create PR**: Use the `gh` CLI to create the PR. To avoid shell escaping
     issues with multi-line Markdown, write the description to a temporary file
     first.
     ```bash
@@ -87,7 +68,6 @@ Follow these steps to create a Pull Request:
 
 ## Principles
 
-- **Safety First**: NEVER push to `main`. This is your highest priority.
 - **Compliance**: Never ignore the PR template. It exists for a reason.
 - **Completeness**: Fill out all relevant sections.
 - **Accuracy**: Don't check boxes for tasks you haven't done.

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.yml

@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ body:
     id: 'info'
     attributes:
       label: 'Client information'
-      description: 'Please paste the full text from the `/about` command run from Gemini CLI. Also include which platform (macOS, Windows, Linux). Note that this output contains your email address. Consider removing it before submitting.'
+      description: 'Please paste the full text from the `/about` command run from Gemini CLI. Also include which platform (macOS, Windows, Linux).'
       value: |-
         <details>
         <summary>Client Information</summary>

.github/actions/publish-release/action.yml

@@ -20,9 +20,6 @@ inputs:
   github-token:
     description: 'The GitHub token for creating the release.'
     required: true
-  github-release-token:
-    description: 'The GitHub token used specifically for creating the GitHub release (to trigger other workflows).'
-    required: false
   dry-run:
     description: 'Whether to run in dry-run mode.'
     type: 'string'
@@ -257,7 +254,7 @@ runs:
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       if: "${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' && inputs.skip-github-release != 'true' && inputs.npm-tag != 'dev' && inputs.npm-registry-url != 'https://npm.pkg.github.com/' }}"
       env:
-        GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-release-token || inputs.github-token }}'
+        GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-token }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
         gh release create "${{ inputs.release-tag }}" \

.github/scripts/pr-triage.sh

@@ -9,10 +9,10 @@ set -euo pipefail
 PRS_NEEDING_COMMENT=""
 
 # Global cache for issue labels (compatible with Bash 3.2)
-# Stores "|ISSUE_NUM:LABELS|" segments
-ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT="|"
+# Stores "ISSUE_NUM:LABELS" pairs separated by spaces
+ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT=""
 
-# Function to get labels from an issue (with caching)
+# Function to get area and priority labels from an issue (with caching)
 get_issue_labels() {
     local ISSUE_NUM="${1}"
     if [[ -z "${ISSUE_NUM}" || "${ISSUE_NUM}" == "null" || "${ISSUE_NUM}" == "" ]]; then
@@ -20,10 +20,10 @@ get_issue_labels() {
     fi
 
     # Check cache
-    case "${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT}" in
-        *"|${ISSUE_NUM}:"*) 
-            local suffix="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT#*|${ISSUE_NUM}:}"
-            echo "${suffix%%|*}"
+    case " ${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT} " in
+        *" ${ISSUE_NUM}:"*) 
+            local suffix="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT#* " ${ISSUE_NUM}:"}"
+            echo "${suffix%% *}"
             return
             ;; 
         *)
@@ -31,19 +31,19 @@ get_issue_labels() {
             ;;
     esac
 
-    echo "   📥 Fetching labels from issue #${ISSUE_NUM}" >&2
+    echo "   📥 Fetching area and priority labels from issue #${ISSUE_NUM}" >&2
     local gh_output
     if ! gh_output=$(gh issue view "${ISSUE_NUM}" --repo "${GITHUB_REPOSITORY}" --json labels -q '.labels[].name' 2>/dev/null); then
         echo "      ⚠️ Could not fetch issue #${ISSUE_NUM}" >&2
-        ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT}${ISSUE_NUM}:|"
+        ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT} ${ISSUE_NUM}:"
         return
     fi
 
     local labels
-    labels=$(echo "${gh_output}" | grep -x -E '(area|priority)/.*|help wanted|🔒 maintainer only' | tr '\n' ',' | sed 's/,$//' || echo "")
+    labels=$(echo "${gh_output}" | grep -E '^(area|priority)/' | tr '\n' ',' | sed 's/,$//' || echo "")
     
     # Save to flat cache
-    ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT}${ISSUE_NUM}:${labels}|"
+    ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT="${ISSUE_LABELS_CACHE_FLAT} ${ISSUE_NUM}:${labels}"
     echo "${labels}"
 }
 
@@ -121,7 +121,7 @@ done
             EDIT_CMD+=("--remove-label" "${LABELS_TO_REMOVE}")
         fi
         
-        ("${EDIT_CMD[@]}" || true)
+        ("${EDIT_CMD[@]}" 2>/dev/null || true)
     fi
 }
 

.github/scripts/sync-maintainer-labels.cjs

@@ -1,9 +1,5 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
+/* eslint-disable @typescript-eslint/no-require-imports */
+/* global process, console, require */
 const { Octokit } = require('@octokit/rest');
 
 /**

.github/workflows/ci.yml

@@ -177,19 +177,6 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Smoke test bundle'
         run: 'node ./bundle/gemini.js --version'
 
-      - name: 'Smoke test npx installation'
-        run: |
-          # 1. Package the project into a tarball
-          TARBALL=$(npm pack | tail -n 1)
-
-          # 2. Move to a fresh directory for isolation
-          mkdir -p ../smoke-test-dir
-          mv "$TARBALL" ../smoke-test-dir/
-          cd ../smoke-test-dir
-
-          # 3. Run npx from the tarball
-          npx "./$TARBALL" --version
-
       - name: 'Wait for file system sync'
         run: 'sleep 2'
 
@@ -265,19 +252,6 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Smoke test bundle'
         run: 'node ./bundle/gemini.js --version'
 
-      - name: 'Smoke test npx installation'
-        run: |
-          # 1. Package the project into a tarball
-          TARBALL=$(npm pack | tail -n 1)
-
-          # 2. Move to a fresh directory for isolation
-          mkdir -p ../smoke-test-dir
-          mv "$TARBALL" ../smoke-test-dir/
-          cd ../smoke-test-dir
-
-          # 3. Run npx from the tarball
-          npx "./$TARBALL" --version
-
       - name: 'Wait for file system sync'
         run: 'sleep 2'
 
@@ -356,17 +330,11 @@ jobs:
           clean-script: 'clean'
 
   test_windows:
-    name: 'Slow Test - Win - ${{ matrix.shard }}'
+    name: 'Slow Test - Win'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-windows-16-core'
     needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
     if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
     continue-on-error: true
-    timeout-minutes: 60
-    strategy:
-      matrix:
-        shard:
-          - 'cli'
-          - 'others'
 
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
@@ -417,14 +385,7 @@ jobs:
           NODE_OPTIONS: '--max-old-space-size=32768 --max-semi-space-size=256'
           UV_THREADPOOL_SIZE: '32'
           NODE_ENV: 'test'
-        run: |
-          if ("${{ matrix.shard }}" -eq "cli") {
-            npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli -- --coverage.enabled=false
-          } else {
-            # Explicitly list non-cli packages to ensure they are sharded correctly
-            npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli-core --workspace @google/gemini-cli-a2a-server --workspace gemini-cli-vscode-ide-companion --workspace @google/gemini-cli-test-utils --if-present -- --coverage.enabled=false
-            npm run test:scripts
-          }
+        run: 'npm run test:ci -- --coverage.enabled=false'
         shell: 'pwsh'
 
       - name: 'Bundle'
@@ -435,21 +396,6 @@ jobs:
         run: 'node ./bundle/gemini.js --version'
         shell: 'pwsh'
 
-      - name: 'Smoke test npx installation'
-        run: |
-          # 1. Package the project into a tarball
-          $PACK_OUTPUT = npm pack
-          $TARBALL = $PACK_OUTPUT[-1]
-
-          # 2. Move to a fresh directory for isolation
-          New-Item -ItemType Directory -Force -Path ../smoke-test-dir
-          Move-Item $TARBALL ../smoke-test-dir/
-          Set-Location ../smoke-test-dir
-
-          # 3. Run npx from the tarball
-          npx "./$TARBALL" --version
-        shell: 'pwsh'
-
   ci:
     name: 'CI'
     if: 'always()'

.github/workflows/evals-nightly.yml

@@ -9,10 +9,6 @@ on:
         description: 'Run all evaluations (including usually passing)'
         type: 'boolean'
         default: true
-      test_name_pattern:
-        description: 'Test name pattern or file name'
-        required: false
-        type: 'string'
 
 permissions:
   contents: 'read'
@@ -53,25 +49,11 @@ jobs:
         run: 'mkdir -p evals/logs'
 
       - name: 'Run Evals'
-        continue-on-error: true
         env:
           GEMINI_API_KEY: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
           GEMINI_MODEL: '${{ matrix.model }}'
           RUN_EVALS: "${{ github.event.inputs.run_all != 'false' }}"
-          TEST_NAME_PATTERN: '${{ github.event.inputs.test_name_pattern }}'
-        run: |
-          CMD="npm run test:all_evals"
-          PATTERN="${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}"
-
-          if [[ -n "$PATTERN" ]]; then
-            if [[ "$PATTERN" == *.ts || "$PATTERN" == *.js || "$PATTERN" == */* ]]; then
-              $CMD -- "$PATTERN"
-            else
-              $CMD -- -t "$PATTERN"
-            fi
-          else
-            $CMD
-          fi
+        run: 'npm run test:all_evals'
 
       - name: 'Upload Logs'
         if: 'always()'

.github/workflows/gemini-scheduled-stale-issue-closer.yml

@@ -79,14 +79,8 @@ jobs:
                 continue;
               }
 
-              // Skip if it has a maintainer, help wanted, or Public Roadmap label
-              const rawLabels = issue.labels.map((l) => l.name);
-              const lowercaseLabels = rawLabels.map((l) => l.toLowerCase());
-              if (
-                lowercaseLabels.some((l) => l.includes('maintainer')) ||
-                lowercaseLabels.includes('help wanted') ||
-                rawLabels.includes('🗓️ Public Roadmap')
-              ) {
+              // Skip if it has a maintainer label
+              if (issue.labels.some(label => label.name.toLowerCase().includes('maintainer'))) {
                 continue;
               }
 

.github/workflows/gemini-scheduled-stale-pr-closer.yml

@@ -1,256 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Gemini Scheduled Stale PR Closer'
-
-on:
-  schedule:
-    - cron: '0 2 * * *' # Every day at 2 AM UTC
-  pull_request:
-    types: ['opened', 'edited']
-  workflow_dispatch:
-    inputs:
-      dry_run:
-        description: 'Run in dry-run mode'
-        required: false
-        default: false
-        type: 'boolean'
-
-jobs:
-  close-stale-prs:
-    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
-    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
-    permissions:
-      pull-requests: 'write'
-      issues: 'write'
-    steps:
-      - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
-        id: 'generate_token'
-        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v1'
-        with:
-          app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
-          private-key: '${{ secrets.PRIVATE_KEY }}'
-          owner: '${{ github.repository_owner }}'
-          repositories: 'gemini-cli'
-
-      - name: 'Process Stale PRs'
-        uses: 'actions/github-script@v7'
-        env:
-          DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry_run }}'
-        with:
-          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token }}'
-          script: |
-            const dryRun = process.env.DRY_RUN === 'true';
-            const thirtyDaysAgo = new Date();
-            thirtyDaysAgo.setDate(thirtyDaysAgo.getDate() - 30);
-
-            // 1. Fetch maintainers for verification
-            let maintainerLogins = new Set();
-            const teams = ['gemini-cli-maintainers', 'gemini-cli-askmode-approvers', 'gemini-cli-docs'];
-
-            for (const team_slug of teams) {
-              try {
-                const members = await github.paginate(github.rest.teams.listMembersInOrg, {
-                  org: context.repo.owner,
-                  team_slug: team_slug
-                });
-                for (const m of members) maintainerLogins.add(m.login.toLowerCase());
-                core.info(`Successfully fetched ${members.length} team members from ${team_slug}`);
-              } catch (e) {
-                core.warning(`Failed to fetch team members from ${team_slug}: ${e.message}`);
-              }
-            }
-
-            const isGooglerCache = new Map();
-            const isGoogler = async (login) => {
-              if (isGooglerCache.has(login)) return isGooglerCache.get(login);
-
-              try {
-                // Check membership in 'googlers' or 'google' orgs
-                const orgs = ['googlers', 'google'];
-                for (const org of orgs) {
-                  try {
-                    await github.rest.orgs.checkMembershipForUser({
-                      org: org,
-                      username: login
-                    });
-                    core.info(`User ${login} is a member of ${org} organization.`);
-                    isGooglerCache.set(login, true);
-                    return true;
-                  } catch (e) {
-                    // 404 just means they aren't a member, which is fine
-                    if (e.status !== 404) throw e;
-                  }
-                }
-              } catch (e) {
-                core.warning(`Failed to check org membership for ${login}: ${e.message}`);
-              }
-
-              isGooglerCache.set(login, false);
-              return false;
-            };
-
-            const isMaintainer = async (login, assoc) => {
-              const isTeamMember = maintainerLogins.has(login.toLowerCase());
-              const isRepoMaintainer = ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(assoc);
-              if (isTeamMember || isRepoMaintainer) return true;
-
-              return await isGoogler(login);
-            };
-
-            // 2. Determine which PRs to check
-            let prs = [];
-            if (context.eventName === 'pull_request') {
-              const { data: pr } = await github.rest.pulls.get({
-                owner: context.repo.owner,
-                repo: context.repo.repo,
-                pull_number: context.payload.pull_request.number
-              });
-              prs = [pr];
-            } else {
-              prs = await github.paginate(github.rest.pulls.list, {
-                owner: context.repo.owner,
-                repo: context.repo.repo,
-                state: 'open',
-                per_page: 100
-              });
-            }
-
-            for (const pr of prs) {
-              const maintainerPr = await isMaintainer(pr.user.login, pr.author_association);
-              const isBot = pr.user.type === 'Bot' || pr.user.login.endsWith('[bot]');
-
-              // Detection Logic for Linked Issues
-              // Check 1: Official GitHub "Closing Issue" link (GraphQL)
-              const linkedIssueQuery = `query($owner:String!, $repo:String!, $number:Int!) {
-                repository(owner:$owner, name:$repo) {
-                  pullRequest(number:$number) {
-                    closingIssuesReferences(first: 1) { totalCount }
-                  }
-                }
-              }`;
-
-              let hasClosingLink = false;
-              try {
-                const res = await github.graphql(linkedIssueQuery, {
-                  owner: context.repo.owner, repo: context.repo.repo, number: pr.number
-                });
-                hasClosingLink = res.repository.pullRequest.closingIssuesReferences.totalCount > 0;
-              } catch (e) {}
-
-              // Check 2: Regex for mentions (e.g., "Related to #123", "Part of #123", "#123")
-              // We check for # followed by numbers or direct URLs to issues.
-              const body = pr.body || '';
-              const mentionRegex = /(?:#|https:\/\/github\.com\/[^\/]+\/[^\/]+\/issues\/)(\d+)/i;
-              const hasMentionLink = mentionRegex.test(body);
-
-              const hasLinkedIssue = hasClosingLink || hasMentionLink;
-
-              // Logic for Closed PRs (Auto-Reopen)
-              if (pr.state === 'closed' && context.eventName === 'pull_request' && context.payload.action === 'edited') {
-                if (hasLinkedIssue) {
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} now has a linked issue. Reopening.`);
-                  if (!dryRun) {
-                    await github.rest.pulls.update({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      pull_number: pr.number,
-                      state: 'open'
-                    });
-                    await github.rest.issues.createComment({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      issue_number: pr.number,
-                      body: "Thank you for linking an issue! This pull request has been automatically reopened."
-                    });
-                  }
-                }
-                continue;
-              }
-
-              // Logic for Open PRs (Immediate Closure)
-              if (pr.state === 'open' && !maintainerPr && !hasLinkedIssue && !isBot) {
-                core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is missing a linked issue. Closing.`);
-                if (!dryRun) {
-                  await github.rest.issues.createComment({
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    issue_number: pr.number,
-                    body: "Hi there! Thank you for your contribution to Gemini CLI. \n\nTo improve our contribution process and better track changes, we now require all pull requests to be associated with an existing issue, as announced in our [recent discussion](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/discussions/16706) and as detailed in our [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md#1-link-to-an-existing-issue).\n\nThis pull request is being closed because it is not currently linked to an issue. **Once you have updated the description of this PR to link an issue (e.g., by adding `Fixes #123` or `Related to #123`), it will be automatically reopened.**\n\n**How to link an issue:**\nAdd a keyword followed by the issue number (e.g., `Fixes #123`) in the description of your pull request. For more details on supported keywords and how linking works, please refer to the [GitHub Documentation on linking pull requests to issues](https://docs.github.com/en/issues/tracking-your-work-with-issues/linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue).\n\nThank you for your understanding and for being a part of our community!"
-                  });
-                  await github.rest.pulls.update({
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    pull_number: pr.number,
-                    state: 'closed'
-                  });
-                }
-                continue;
-              }
-
-              // Staleness check (Scheduled runs only)
-              if (pr.state === 'open' && context.eventName !== 'pull_request') {
-                const labels = pr.labels.map(l => l.name.toLowerCase());
-                if (labels.includes('help wanted') || labels.includes('🔒 maintainer only')) continue;
-
-                // Skip PRs that were created less than 30 days ago - they cannot be stale yet
-                const prCreatedAt = new Date(pr.created_at);
-                if (prCreatedAt > thirtyDaysAgo) {
-                  const daysOld = Math.floor((Date.now() - prCreatedAt.getTime()) / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24));
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} was created ${daysOld} days ago. Skipping staleness check.`);
-                  continue;
-                }
-
-                // Initialize lastActivity to PR creation date (not epoch) as a safety baseline.
-                // This ensures we never incorrectly mark a PR as stale due to failed activity lookups.
-                let lastActivity = new Date(pr.created_at);
-                try {
-                  const reviews = await github.paginate(github.rest.pulls.listReviews, {
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    pull_number: pr.number
-                  });
-                  for (const r of reviews) {
-                    if (await isMaintainer(r.user.login, r.author_association)) {
-                      const d = new Date(r.submitted_at || r.updated_at);
-                      if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
-                    }
-                  }
-                  const comments = await github.paginate(github.rest.issues.listComments, {
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    issue_number: pr.number
-                  });
-                  for (const c of comments) {
-                    if (await isMaintainer(c.user.login, c.author_association)) {
-                      const d = new Date(c.updated_at);
-                      if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
-                    }
-                  }
-                } catch (e) {
-                  core.warning(`Failed to fetch reviews/comments for PR #${pr.number}: ${e.message}`);
-                }
-
-                // For maintainer PRs, the PR creation itself counts as maintainer activity.
-                // (Now redundant since we initialize to pr.created_at, but kept for clarity)
-                if (maintainerPr) {
-                  const d = new Date(pr.created_at);
-                  if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
-                }
-
-                if (lastActivity < thirtyDaysAgo) {
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is stale.`);
-                  if (!dryRun) {
-                    await github.rest.issues.createComment({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      issue_number: pr.number,
-                      body: "Hi there! Thank you for your contribution to Gemini CLI. We really appreciate the time and effort you've put into this pull request.\n\nTo keep our backlog manageable and ensure we're focusing on current priorities, we are closing pull requests that haven't seen maintainer activity for 30 days. Currently, the team is prioritizing work associated with **🔒 maintainer only** or **help wanted** issues.\n\nIf you believe this change is still critical, please feel free to comment with updated details. Otherwise, we encourage contributors to focus on open issues labeled as **help wanted**. Thank you for your understanding!"
-                    });
-                    await github.rest.pulls.update({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      pull_number: pr.number,
-                      state: 'closed'
-                    });
-                  }
-                }
-              }
-            }

.github/workflows/label-enforcer.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,119 @@
+name: '🏷️ Enforce Restricted Label Permissions'
+
+on:
+  issues:
+    types:
+      - 'labeled'
+      - 'unlabeled'
+
+jobs:
+  enforce-label:
+    # Run this job only when restricted labels are changed
+    if: |-
+      ${{ (github.event.label.name == 'help wanted' || github.event.label.name == 'status/need-triage' || github.event.label.name == '🔒 maintainer only') &&
+          (github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' || github.repository == 'google-gemini/maintainers-gemini-cli') }}
+    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
+    permissions:
+      issues: 'write'
+    steps:
+      - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
+        id: 'generate_token'
+        env:
+          APP_ID: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
+        if: |-
+          ${{ env.APP_ID != '' }}
+        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@a8d616148505b5069dccd32f177bb87d7f39123b' # ratchet:actions/create-github-app-token@v2
+        with:
+          app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
+          private-key: '${{ secrets.PRIVATE_KEY }}'
+
+      - name: 'Check if user is in the maintainers team'
+        uses: 'actions/github-script@60a0d83039c74a4aee543508d2ffcb1c3799cdea'
+        with:
+          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token || secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
+          script: |-
+            const org = context.repo.owner;
+            const username = context.payload.sender.login;
+            const team_slug = 'gemini-cli-maintainers';
+            const action = context.payload.action; // 'labeled' or 'unlabeled'
+            const labelName = context.payload.label.name;
+
+            // Skip if the change was made by a bot to avoid infinite loops
+            if (username === 'github-actions[bot]' || username === 'gemini-cli[bot]' || username.endsWith('[bot]')) {
+              core.info('Change made by a bot. Skipping.');
+              return;
+            }
+
+            try {
+              // Check repository permission level directly.
+              // This is more robust than team membership as it doesn't require Org-level read permissions
+              // and correctly handles Repo Admins/Writers who might not be in the specific team.
+              const { data: { permission } } = await github.rest.repos.getCollaboratorPermissionLevel({
+                owner: org,
+                repo: context.repo.repo,
+                username,
+              });
+
+              if (permission === 'admin' || permission === 'write') {
+                core.info(`${username} has '${permission}' permission. Allowed.`);
+                return;
+              }
+
+              core.info(`${username} has '${permission}' permission (needs 'write' or 'admin'). Reverting '${action}' action for '${labelName}' label.`);
+            } catch (error) {
+              core.error(`Failed to check permissions for ${username}: ${error.message}`);
+              // Fall through to revert logic if we can't verify permissions (fail safe)
+            }
+
+            // If we are here, the user is NOT authorized.
+            if (true) { // wrapping block to preserve variable scope if needed
+              if (action === 'labeled') {
+                // 1. Remove the label if added by a non-maintainer
+                await github.rest.issues.removeLabel ({
+                  owner: org,
+                  repo: context.repo.repo,
+                  issue_number: context.issue.number,
+                  name: labelName
+                });
+
+                // 2. Post a polite comment
+                const comment = `
+            Hi @${username}, thank you for your interest in helping triage issues!
+
+            The \`${labelName}\` label is reserved for project maintainers to apply. This helps us ensure that an issue is ready and properly vetted for community contribution.
+
+            A maintainer will review this issue soon. Please see our [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) for more details on our labeling process.
+                `.trim().replace(/^[ ]+/gm, '');
+
+                await github.rest.issues.createComment ({
+                  owner: org,
+                  repo: context.repo.repo,
+                  issue_number: context.issue.number,
+                  body: comment
+                });
+              } else if (action === 'unlabeled') {
+                // 1. Add the label back if removed by a non-maintainer
+                await github.rest.issues.addLabels ({
+                  owner: org,
+                  repo: context.repo.repo,
+                  issue_number: context.issue.number,
+                  labels: [labelName]
+                });
+
+                // 2. Post a polite comment
+                const comment = `
+            Hi @${username}, it looks like the \`${labelName}\` label was removed.
+
+            This label is managed by project maintainers. We've added it back to ensure the issue remains visible to potential contributors until a maintainer decides otherwise.
+
+            Thank you for your understanding!
+                `.trim().replace(/^[ ]+/gm, '');
+
+                await github.rest.issues.createComment ({
+                  owner: org,
+                  repo: context.repo.repo,
+                  issue_number: context.issue.number,
+                  body: comment
+                });
+              }
+            }

.github/workflows/pr-contribution-guidelines-notifier.yml

@@ -35,31 +35,9 @@ jobs:
             const pr_number = context.payload.pull_request.number;
 
             // 1. Check if the PR author is a maintainer
-            const isGoogler = async (login) => {
-              try {
-                const orgs = ['googlers', 'google'];
-                for (const org of orgs) {
-                  try {
-                    await github.rest.orgs.checkMembershipForUser({
-                      org: org,
-                      username: login
-                    });
-                    return true;
-                  } catch (e) {
-                    if (e.status !== 404) throw e;
-                  }
-                }
-              } catch (e) {
-                core.warning(`Failed to check org membership for ${login}: ${e.message}`);
-              }
-              return false;
-            };
-
             const authorAssociation = context.payload.pull_request.author_association;
-            const isRepoMaintainer = ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(authorAssociation);
-
-            if (isRepoMaintainer || await isGoogler(username)) {
-              core.info(`${username} is a maintainer or Googler. No notification needed.`);
+            if (['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(authorAssociation)) {
+              core.info(`${username} is a maintainer (Association: ${authorAssociation}). No notification needed.`);
               return;
             }
 

.github/workflows/release-manual.yml

@@ -110,7 +110,6 @@ jobs:
           wombat-token-cli: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI }}'
           wombat-token-a2a-server: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER }}'
           github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
-          github-release-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
           previous-tag: '${{ steps.release_info.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
           skip-github-release: '${{ github.event.inputs.skip_github_release }}'

.github/workflows/release-nightly.yml

@@ -124,7 +124,6 @@ jobs:
           wombat-token-cli: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI }}'
           wombat-token-a2a-server: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER }}'
           github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
-          github-release-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ steps.vars.outputs.is_dry_run }}'
           previous-tag: '${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
           working-directory: './release'
@@ -145,7 +144,7 @@ jobs:
           branch-name: 'release/${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.RELEASE_TAG }}'
           pr-title: 'chore/release: bump version to ${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.RELEASE_VERSION }}'
           pr-body: 'Automated version bump for nightly release.'
-          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ steps.vars.outputs.is_dry_run }}'
           working-directory: './release'
 

.github/workflows/release-notes.yml

@@ -1,84 +0,0 @@
-# This workflow is triggered on every new release.
-# It uses Gemini to generate release notes and creates a PR with the changes.
-name: 'Generate Release Notes'
-
-on:
-  release:
-    types: ['published']
-  workflow_dispatch:
-    inputs:
-      version:
-        description: 'New version (e.g., v1.2.3)'
-        required: true
-        type: 'string'
-      body:
-        description: 'Release notes body'
-        required: true
-        type: 'string'
-      time:
-        description: 'Release time'
-        required: true
-        type: 'string'
-
-jobs:
-  generate-release-notes:
-    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
-    permissions:
-      contents: 'write'
-      pull-requests: 'write'
-    steps:
-      - name: 'Checkout repository'
-        uses: 'actions/checkout@v4'
-        with:
-          # The user-level skills need to be available to the workflow
-          fetch-depth: 0
-
-      - name: 'Set up Node.js'
-        uses: 'actions/setup-node@v4'
-        with:
-          node-version: '20'
-
-      - name: 'Get release information'
-        id: 'release_info'
-        run: |
-          VERSION="${{ github.event.inputs.version || github.event.release.tag_name }}"
-          BODY="${{ github.event.inputs.body || github.event.release.body }}"
-          TIME="${{ github.event.inputs.time || github.event.release.created_at }}"
-
-          echo "VERSION=${VERSION}" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo "TIME=${TIME}" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-
-          # Use a heredoc to preserve multiline release body
-          echo 'RAW_CHANGELOG<<EOF' >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo "${BODY}" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo 'EOF' >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-        env:
-          GH_TOKEN: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
-
-      - name: 'Generate Changelog with Gemini'
-        uses: 'google-github-actions/run-gemini-cli@a3bf79042542528e91937b3a3a6fbc4967ee3c31' # ratchet:google-github-actions/run-gemini-cli@v0
-        with:
-          gemini_api_key: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
-          prompt: |
-            Activate the 'docs-changelog' skill.
-
-            **Release Information:**
-            - New Version: ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}
-            - Release Date: ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.TIME }}
-            - Raw Changelog Data: ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.RAW_CHANGELOG }}
-
-            Execute the release notes generation process using the information provided.
-
-      - name: 'Create Pull Request'
-        uses: 'peter-evans/create-pull-request@v6'
-        with:
-          token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
-          commit-message: 'docs(changelog): update for ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}'
-          title: 'Changelog for ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}'
-          body: |
-            This PR contains the auto-generated changelog for the ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }} release.
-
-            Please review and merge.
-          branch: 'changelog-${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}'
-          team-reviewers: 'gemini-cli-docs, gemini-cli-maintainers'
-          delete-branch: true

.github/workflows/release-patch-3-release.yml

@@ -184,7 +184,6 @@ jobs:
           wombat-token-cli: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI }}'
           wombat-token-a2a-server: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER }}'
           github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
-          github-release-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
           previous-tag: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
           gemini_api_key: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'

.github/workflows/release-promote.yml

@@ -239,7 +239,6 @@ jobs:
           wombat-token-cli: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI }}'
           wombat-token-a2a-server: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER }}'
           github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
-          github-release-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
           previous-tag: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.PREVIOUS_PREVIEW_TAG }}'
           working-directory: './release'
@@ -306,7 +305,6 @@ jobs:
           wombat-token-cli: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI }}'
           wombat-token-a2a-server: '${{ secrets.WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER }}'
           github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
-          github-release-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
           previous-tag: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.PREVIOUS_STABLE_TAG }}'
           working-directory: './release'
@@ -392,7 +390,7 @@ jobs:
           branch-name: '${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}'
           pr-title: 'chore(release): bump version to ${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}'
           pr-body: 'Automated version bump to prepare for the next nightly release.'
-          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
 
       - name: 'Create Issue on Failure'

.github/workflows/stale.yml

@@ -40,5 +40,5 @@ jobs:
             If this is still relevant, you are welcome to reopen or leave a comment. Thanks for contributing!
           days-before-stale: 60
           days-before-close: 14
-          exempt-issue-labels: 'pinned,security,🔒 maintainer only,help wanted,🗓️ Public Roadmap'
-          exempt-pr-labels: 'pinned,security,🔒 maintainer only,help wanted,🗓️ Public Roadmap'
+          exempt-issue-labels: 'pinned,security'
+          exempt-pr-labels: 'pinned,security'

.github/workflows/verify-release.yml

@@ -29,11 +29,7 @@ on:
 jobs:
   verify-release:
     environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
-    strategy:
-      fail-fast: false
-      matrix:
-        os: ['ubuntu-latest', 'macos-latest', 'windows-latest']
-    runs-on: '${{ matrix.os }}'
+    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       contents: 'read'
       packages: 'write'

.gitignore

@@ -55,7 +55,6 @@ gha-creds-*.json
 
 # Log files
 patch_output.log
-gemini-debug.log
 
 .genkit
 .gemini-clipboard/

CONTRIBUTING.md

@@ -45,7 +45,7 @@ The process for contributing code is as follows:
     `🔒Maintainers only`, this means it is reserved for project maintainers. We
     will not accept pull requests related to these issues. In the near future,
     we will explicitly mark issues looking for contributions using the
-    `help-wanted` label. If you believe an issue is a good candidate for
+    `help  wanted` label. If you believe an issue is a good candidate for
     community contribution, please leave a comment on the issue. A maintainer
     will review it and apply the `help-wanted` label if appropriate. Only
     maintainers should attempt to add the `help-wanted` label to an issue.
@@ -408,13 +408,12 @@ On macOS, `gemini` uses Seatbelt (`sandbox-exec`) under a `permissive-open`
 profile (see `packages/cli/src/utils/sandbox-macos-permissive-open.sb`) that
 restricts writes to the project folder but otherwise allows all other operations
 and outbound network traffic ("open") by default. You can switch to a
-`strict-open` profile (see
-`packages/cli/src/utils/sandbox-macos-strict-open.sb`) that restricts both reads
-and writes to the working directory while allowing outbound network traffic by
-setting `SEATBELT_PROFILE=strict-open` in your environment or `.env` file.
-Available built-in profiles are `permissive-{open,proxied}`,
-`restrictive-{open,proxied}`, and `strict-{open,proxied}` (see below for proxied
-networking). You can also switch to a custom profile
+`restrictive-closed` profile (see
+`packages/cli/src/utils/sandbox-macos-restrictive-closed.sb`) that declines all
+operations and outbound network traffic ("closed") by default by setting
+`SEATBELT_PROFILE=restrictive-closed` in your environment or `.env` file.
+Available built-in profiles are `{permissive,restrictive}-{open,closed,proxied}`
+(see below for proxied networking). You can also switch to a custom profile
 `SEATBELT_PROFILE=<profile>` if you also create a file
 `.gemini/sandbox-macos-<profile>.sb` under your project settings directory
 `.gemini`.

GEMINI.md

@@ -52,37 +52,21 @@ powerful tool for developers.
 
 ## Development Conventions
 
-- **Legacy Snippets:** `packages/core/src/prompts/snippets.legacy.ts` is a
-  snapshot of an older system prompt. Avoid changing the prompting verbiage to
-  preserve its historical behavior; however, structural changes to ensure
-  compilation or simplify the code are permitted.
 - **Contributions:** Follow the process outlined in `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Requires
   signing the Google CLA.
 - **Pull Requests:** Keep PRs small, focused, and linked to an existing issue.
-  Always activate the `pr-creator` skill for PR generation, even when using the
-  `gh` CLI.
 - **Commit Messages:** Follow the
   [Conventional Commits](https://www.conventionalcommits.org/) standard.
 - **Coding Style:** Adhere to existing patterns in `packages/cli` (React/Ink)
   and `packages/core` (Backend logic).
 - **Imports:** Use specific imports and avoid restricted relative imports
   between packages (enforced by ESLint).
-- **License Headers:** For all new source code files (`.ts`, `.tsx`, `.js`),
-  include the Apache-2.0 license header with the current year. (e.g.,
-  `Copyright 2026 Google LLC`). This is enforced by ESLint.
-
-## Testing Conventions
-
-- **Environment Variables:** When testing code that depends on environment
-  variables, use `vi.stubEnv('NAME', 'value')` in `beforeEach` and
-  `vi.unstubAllEnvs()` in `afterEach`. Avoid modifying `process.env` directly as
-  it can lead to test leakage and is less reliable. To "unset" a variable, use
-  an empty string `vi.stubEnv('NAME', '')`.
 
 ## Documentation
 
-- Always use the `docs-writer` skill when you are asked to write, edit, or
-  review any documentation.
-- Documentation is located in the `docs/` directory.
-- Suggest documentation updates when code changes render existing documentation
-  obsolete or incomplete.
+- Located in the `docs/` directory.
+- Architecture overview: `docs/architecture.md`.
+- Contribution guide: `CONTRIBUTING.md`.
+- Documentation is organized via `docs/sidebar.json`.
+- Follows the
+  [Google Developer Documentation Style Guide](https://developers.google.com/style).

README.md

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 [![Gemini CLI E2E (Chained)](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/actions/workflows/chained_e2e.yml/badge.svg)](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/actions/workflows/chained_e2e.yml)
 [![Version](https://img.shields.io/npm/v/@google/gemini-cli)](https://www.npmjs.com/package/@google/gemini-cli)
 [![License](https://img.shields.io/github/license/google-gemini/gemini-cli)](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/LICENSE)
-[![View Code Wiki](https://assets.codewiki.google/readme-badge/static.svg)](https://codewiki.google/github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli?utm_source=badge&utm_medium=github&utm_campaign=github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli)
+[![View Code Wiki](https://www.gstatic.com/_/boq-sdlc-agents-ui/_/r/YUi5dj2UWvE.svg)](https://codewiki.google/github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli)
 
 ![Gemini CLI Screenshot](./docs/assets/gemini-screenshot.png)
 
@@ -29,9 +29,10 @@ Learn all about Gemini CLI in our [documentation](https://geminicli.com/docs/).
 
 ## 📦 Installation
 
-See
-[Gemini CLI installation, execution, and releases](./docs/get-started/installation.md)
-for recommended system specifications and a detailed installation guide.
+### Pre-requisites before installation
+
+- Node.js version 20 or higher
+- macOS, Linux, or Windows
 
 ### Quick Install
 
@@ -54,23 +55,6 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
 brew install gemini-cli
 ```
 
-#### Install globally with MacPorts (macOS)
-
-```bash
-sudo port install gemini-cli
-```
-
-#### Install with Anaconda (for restricted environments)
-
-```bash
-# Create and activate a new environment
-conda create -y -n gemini_env -c conda-forge nodejs
-conda activate gemini_env
-
-# Install Gemini CLI globally via npm (inside the environment)
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
-```
-
 ## Release Cadence and Tags
 
 See [Releases](./docs/releases.md) for more details.

docs/admin/enterprise-controls.md

@@ -1,115 +0,0 @@
-# Enterprise Admin Controls
-
-Gemini CLI empowers enterprise administrators to manage and enforce security
-policies and configuration settings across their entire organization. Secure
-defaults are enabled automatically for all enterprise users, but can be
-customized via the [Management Console](https://goo.gle/manage-gemini-cli).
-
-**Enterprise Admin Controls are enforced globally and cannot be overridden by
-users locally**, ensuring a consistent security posture.
-
-## Admin Controls vs. System Settings
-
-While [System-wide settings](../cli/settings.md) act as convenient configuration
-overrides, they can still be modified by users with sufficient privileges. In
-contrast, admin controls are immutable at the local level, making them the
-preferred method for enforcing policy.
-
-## Available Controls
-
-### Strict Mode
-
-**Enabled/Disabled** | Default: enabled
-
-If enabled, users will not be able to enter yolo mode.
-
-### Extensions
-
-**Enabled/Disabled** | Default: disabled
-
-If disabled, users will not be able to use or install extensions. See
-[Extensions](../extensions/index.md) for more details.
-
-### MCP
-
-#### Enabled/Disabled
-
-**Enabled/Disabled** | Default: disabled
-
-If disabled, users will not be able to use MCP servers. See
-[MCP Server Integration](../tools/mcp-server.md) for more details.
-
-#### MCP Servers (preview)
-
-**Default**: empty
-
-Allows administrators to define an explicit allowlist of MCP servers. This
-guarantees that users can only connect to trusted MCP servers defined by the
-organization.
-
-**Allowlist Format:**
-
-```json
-{
-  "mcpServers": {
-    "external-provider": {
-      "url": "https://api.mcp-provider.com",
-      "type": "sse",
-      "trust": true,
-      "includeTools": ["toolA", "toolB"],
-      "excludeTools": []
-    },
-    "internal-corp-tool": {
-      "url": "https://mcp.internal-tool.corp",
-      "type": "http",
-      "includeTools": [],
-      "excludeTools": ["adminTool"]
-    }
-  }
-}
-```
-
-**Supported Fields:**
-
-- `url`: (Required) The full URL of the MCP server endpoint.
-- `type`: (Required) The connection type (e.g., `sse` or `http`).
-- `trust`: (Optional) If set to `true`, the server is trusted and tool execution
-  will not require user approval.
-- `includeTools`: (Optional) An explicit list of tool names to allow. If
-  specified, only these tools will be available.
-- `excludeTools`: (Optional) A list of tool names to hide. These tools will be
-  blocked.
-
-**Client Enforcement Logic:**
-
-- **Empty Allowlist**: If the admin allowlist is empty, the client uses the
-  user’s local configuration as is (unless the MCP toggle above is disabled).
-- **Active Allowlist**: If the allowlist contains one or more servers, **all
-  locally configured servers not present in the allowlist are ignored**.
-- **Configuration Merging**: For a server to be active, it must exist in
-  **both** the admin allowlist and the user’s local configuration (matched by
-  name). The client merges these definitions as follows:
-  - **Override Fields**: The `url`, `type`, & `trust` are always taken from the
-    admin allowlist, overriding any local values.
-  - **Tools Filtering**: If `includeTools` or `excludeTools` are defined in the
-    allowlist, the admin’s rules are used exclusively. If both are undefined in
-    the admin allowlist, the client falls back to the user’s local tool
-    settings.
-  - **Cleared Fields**: To ensure security and consistency, the client
-    automatically clears local execution fields (`command`, `args`, `env`,
-    `cwd`, `httpUrl`, `tcp`). This prevents users from overriding the connection
-    method.
-  - **Other Fields**: All other MCP fields are pulled from the user’s local
-    configuration.
-- **Missing Allowlisted Servers**: If a server appears in the admin allowlist
-  but is missing from the local configuration, it will not be initialized. This
-  ensures users maintain final control over which permitted servers are actually
-  active in their environment.
-
-### Unmanaged Capabilities
-
-**Enabled/Disabled** | Default: disabled
-
-If disabled, users will not be able to use certain features. Currently, this
-control disables Agent Skills. See [Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) for more
-details.

docs/changelogs/index.md

@@ -18,59 +18,6 @@ on GitHub.
 | [Preview](preview.md) | Experimental features ready for early feedback. |
 | [Stable](latest.md)   | Stable, recommended for general use.            |
 
-## Announcements: v0.28.0 - 2026-02-03
-
-- **Slash Command:** We've added a new `/prompt-suggest` slash command to help
-  you generate prompt suggestions
-  ([#17264](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17264) by
-  @NTaylorMullen).
-- **IDE Support:** Gemini CLI now supports the Positron IDE
-  ([#15047](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15047) by
-  @kapsner).
-- **Customization:** You can now use custom themes in extensions, and we've
-  implemented automatic theme switching based on your terminal's background
-  ([#17327](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17327) by
-  @spencer426, [#17976](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17976)
-  by @Abhijit-2592).
-- **Authentication:** We've added interactive and non-interactive consent for
-  OAuth, and you can now include your auth method in bug reports
-  ([#17699](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17699) by
-  @ehedlund, [#17569](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17569) by
-  @erikus).
-
-## Announcements: v0.27.0 - 2026-02-03
-
-- **Event-Driven Architecture:** The CLI now uses a new event-driven scheduler
-  for tool execution, resulting in a more responsive and performant experience
-  ([#17078](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17078) by
-  @abhipatel12).
-- **Enhanced User Experience:** This release includes queued tool confirmations,
-  and expandable large text pastes for a smoother workflow.
-- **New `/rewind` Command:** Easily navigate your session history with the new
-  `/rewind` command
-  ([#15720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15720) by
-  @Adib234).
-- **Linux Clipboard Support:** You can now paste images on Linux with Wayland
-  and X11 ([#17144](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17144) by
-  @devr0306).
-
-## Announcements: v0.26.0 - 2026-01-27
-
-- **Agents and Skills:** We've introduced a new `skill-creator` skill
-  ([#16394](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16394) by
-  @NTaylorMullen), enabled agent skills by default, and added a generalist agent
-  to improve task routing
-  ([#16638](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16638) by
-  @joshualitt).
-- **UI/UX Improvements:** You can now "Rewind" through your conversation history
-  ([#15717](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15717) by @Adib234)
-  and use a new `/introspect` command for debugging.
-- **Core and Scheduler Refactoring:** The core scheduler has been significantly
-  refactored to improve performance and reliability
-  ([#16895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16895) by
-  @abhipatel12), and numerous performance and stability fixes have been
-  included.
-
 ## Announcements: v0.25.0 - 2026-01-20
 
 - **Skills and Agents Improvements:** We've enhanced the `activate_skill` tool,

docs/changelogs/latest.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Latest stable release: v0.28.0
+# Latest stable release: v0.25.0
 
-Released: February 10, 2026
+Released: January 20, 2026
 
 For most users, our latest stable release is the recommended release. Install
 the latest stable version with:
@@ -11,305 +11,360 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
 
 ## Highlights
 
-- **Commands & UX Enhancements:** Introduced `/prompt-suggest` command,
-  alongside updated undo/redo keybindings and automatic theme switching.
-- **Expanded IDE Support:** Now offering compatibility with Positron IDE,
-  expanding integration options for developers.
-- **Enhanced Security & Authentication:** Implemented interactive and
-  non-interactive OAuth consent, improving both security and diagnostic
-  capabilities for bug reports.
-- **Advanced Planning & Agent Tools:** Integrated a generic Checklist component
-  for structured task management and evolved subagent capabilities with dynamic
-  policy registration.
-- **Improved Core Stability & Reliability:** Resolved critical environment
-  loading, authentication, and session management issues, ensuring a more robust
-  experience.
-- **Background Shell Commands:** Enabled the execution of shell commands in the
-  background for increased workflow efficiency.
+- **Skills and Agents Improvements:** Enhanced `activate_skill` tool, new
+  `pr-creator` skill, default enablement of skills, improved `cli_help` agent,
+  and a new `/agents refresh` command.
+- **UI/UX Refinements:** Transparent feedback for skills, ability to switch
+  focus between shell and input with Tab, and dynamic terminal tab titles.
+- **Core Functionality & Performance:** Support for built-in agent skills,
+  refined Gemini 3 system instructions, caching ignore instances for
+  performance, and improved retry mechanisms.
+- **Bug Fixes and Stability:** Numerous bug fixes across the CLI, core, and
+  workflows, including issues with subagent delegation, unicode character
+  crashes, and sticky header regressions.
 
 ## What's Changed
 
-- feat(commands): add /prompt-suggest slash command by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17264](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17264)
-- feat(cli): align hooks enable/disable with skills and improve completion by
-  @sehoon38 in [#16822](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16822)
-- docs: add CLI reference documentation by @leochiu-a in
-  [#17504](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17504)
-- chore(release): bump version to 0.28.0-nightly.20260128.adc8e11bb by
-  @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#17725](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17725)
-- feat(skills): final stable promotion cleanup by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17726](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17726)
-- test(core): mock fetch in OAuth transport fallback tests by @jw409 in
-  [#17059](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17059)
-- feat(cli): include auth method in /bug by @erikus in
-  [#17569](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17569)
-- Add a email privacy note to bug_report template by @nemyung in
-  [#17474](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17474)
-- Rewind documentation by @Adib234 in
-  [#17446](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17446)
-- fix: verify audio/video MIME types with content check by @maru0804 in
-  [#16907](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16907)
-- feat(core): add support for positron ide
-  ([#15045](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15045)) by @kapsner
-  in [#15047](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15047)
-- /oncall dedup - wrap texts to nextlines by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17782](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17782)
-- fix(admin): rename advanced features admin setting by @skeshive in
-  [#17786](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17786)
-- [extension config] Make breaking optional value non-optional by @chrstnb in
-  [#17785](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17785)
-- Fix docs-writer skill issues by @g-samroberts in
-  [#17734](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17734)
-- fix(core): suppress duplicate hook failure warnings during streaming by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17727](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17727)
-- test: add more tests for AskUser by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#17720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17720)
-- feat(cli): enable activity logging for non-interactive mode and evals by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17703](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17703)
-- feat(core): add support for custom deny messages in policy rules by
-  @allenhutchison in
-  [#17427](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17427)
-- Fix unintended credential exposure to MCP Servers by @Adib234 in
-  [#17311](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17311)
-- feat(extensions): add support for custom themes in extensions by @spencer426
-  in [#17327](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17327)
-- fix: persist and restore workspace directories on session resume by
-  @korade-krushna in
-  [#17454](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17454)
-- Update release notes pages for 0.26.0 and 0.27.0-preview. by @g-samroberts in
-  [#17744](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17744)
-- feat(ux): update cell border color and created test file for table rendering
-  by @devr0306 in
-  [#17798](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17798)
-- Change height for the ToolConfirmationQueue. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17799](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17799)
-- feat(cli): add user identity info to stats command by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17612](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17612)
-- fix(ux): fixed off-by-some wrapping caused by fixed-width characters by
-  @devr0306 in [#17816](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17816)
-- feat(cli): update undo/redo keybindings to Cmd+Z/Alt+Z and
-  Shift+Cmd+Z/Shift+Alt+Z by @scidomino in
-  [#17800](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17800)
-- fix(evals): use absolute path for activity log directory by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17830](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17830)
-- test: add integration test to verify stdout/stderr routing by @ved015 in
-  [#17280](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17280)
-- fix(cli): list installed extensions when update target missing by @tt-a1i in
-  [#17082](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17082)
-- fix(cli): handle PAT tokens and credentials in git remote URL parsing by
-  @afarber in [#14650](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14650)
-- fix(core): use returnDisplay for error result display by @Nubebuster in
-  [#14994](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14994)
-- Fix detection of bun as package manager by @Randomblock1 in
-  [#17462](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17462)
-- feat(cli): show hooksConfig.enabled in settings dialog by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17810](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17810)
-- feat(cli): Display user identity (auth, email, tier) on startup by @yunaseoul
-  in [#17591](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17591)
-- fix: prevent ghost border for AskUserDialog by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#17788](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17788)
-- docs: mark A2A subagents as experimental in subagents.md by @adamfweidman in
-  [#17863](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17863)
-- Resolve error thrown for sensitive values by @chrstnb in
-  [#17826](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17826)
-- fix(admin): Rename secureModeEnabled to strictModeDisabled by @skeshive in
-  [#17789](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17789)
-- feat(ux): update truncate dots to be shorter in tables by @devr0306 in
-  [#17825](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17825)
-- fix(core): resolve DEP0040 punycode deprecation via patch-package by
-  @ATHARVA262005 in
-  [#17692](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17692)
-- feat(plan): create generic Checklist component and refactor Todo by @Adib234
-  in [#17741](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17741)
-- Cleanup post delegate_to_agent removal by @gundermanc in
-  [#17875](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17875)
-- fix(core): use GIT_CONFIG_GLOBAL to isolate shadow git repo configuration -
-  Fixes [#17877](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17877) by
-  @cocosheng-g in
-  [#17803](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17803)
-- Disable mouse tracking e2e by @alisa-alisa in
-  [#17880](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17880)
-- fix(cli): use correct setting key for Cloud Shell auth by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17884](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17884)
-- chore: revert IDE specific ASCII logo by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#17887](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17887)
-- Revert "fix(core): resolve DEP0040 punycode deprecation via patch-package" by
-  @sehoon38 in [#17898](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17898)
-- Refactoring of disabling of mouse tracking in e2e tests by @alisa-alisa in
-  [#17902](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17902)
-- feat(core): Add GOOGLE_GENAI_API_VERSION environment variable support by
-  @deyim in [#16177](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16177)
-- feat(core): Isolate and cleanup truncated tool outputs by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17594](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17594)
-- Create skills page, update commands, refine docs by @g-samroberts in
-  [#17842](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17842)
-- feat: preserve EOL in files by @Thomas-Shephard in
-  [#16087](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16087)
-- Fix HalfLinePaddedBox in screenreader mode. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17914](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17914)
-- bug(ux) vim mode fixes. Start in insert mode. Fix bug blocking F12 and ctrl-X
-  in vim mode. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17938](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17938)
-- feat(core): implement interactive and non-interactive consent for OAuth by
-  @ehedlund in [#17699](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17699)
-- perf(core): optimize token calculation and add support for multimodal tool
-  responses by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17835](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17835)
-- refactor(hooks): remove legacy tools.enableHooks setting by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17867](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17867)
-- feat(ci): add npx smoke test to verify installability by @bdmorgan in
-  [#17927](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17927)
-- feat(core): implement dynamic policy registration for subagents by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17838](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17838)
-- feat: Implement background shell commands by @galz10 in
-  [#14849](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14849)
-- feat(admin): provide actionable error messages for disabled features by
-  @skeshive in [#17815](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17815)
-- Fix bugs where Rewind and Resume showed Ugly and 100X too verbose content. by
-  @jacob314 in [#17940](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17940)
-- Fix broken link in docs by @chrstnb in
-  [#17959](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17959)
-- feat(plan): reuse standard tool confirmation for AskUser tool by @jerop in
-  [#17864](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17864)
-- feat(core): enable overriding CODE_ASSIST_API_VERSION with env var by
-  @lottielin in [#17942](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17942)
-- run npx pointing to the specific commit SHA by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17970](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17970)
-- Add allowedExtensions setting by @kevinjwang1 in
-  [#17695](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17695)
-- feat(plan): refactor ToolConfirmationPayload to union type by @jerop in
-  [#17980](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17980)
-- lower the default max retries to reduce contention by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17975](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17975)
-- fix(core): ensure YOLO mode auto-approves complex shell commands when parsing
-  fails by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17920](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17920)
-- Fix broken link. by @g-samroberts in
-  [#17972](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17972)
-- Support ctrl-C and Ctrl-D correctly Refactor so InputPrompt has priority over
-  AppContainer for input handling. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17993](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17993)
-- Fix truncation for AskQuestion by @jacob314 in
-  [#18001](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18001)
-- fix(workflow): update maintainer check logic to be inclusive and
-  case-insensitive by @bdmorgan in
-  [#18009](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18009)
-- Fix Esc cancel during streaming by @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18039](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18039)
-- feat(acp): add session resume support by @bdmorgan in
-  [#18043](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18043)
-- fix(ci): prevent stale PR closer from incorrectly closing new PRs by @bdmorgan
-  in [#18069](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18069)
-- chore: delete autoAccept setting unused in production by @victorvianna in
-  [#17862](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17862)
-- feat(plan): use placeholder for choice question "Other" option by @jerop in
-  [#18101](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18101)
-- docs: update clearContext to hookSpecificOutput by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18024](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18024)
-- docs-writer skill: Update docs writer skill by @jkcinouye in
-  [#17928](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17928)
-- Sehoon/oncall filter by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18105](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18105)
-- feat(core): add setting to disable loop detection by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18008](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18008)
-- Docs: Revise docs/index.md by @jkcinouye in
-  [#17879](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17879)
-- Fix up/down arrow regression and add test. by @jacob314 in
-  [#18108](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18108)
-- fix(ui): prevent content leak in MaxSizedBox bottom overflow by @jerop in
-  [#17991](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17991)
-- refactor: migrate checks.ts utility to core and deduplicate by @jerop in
-  [#18139](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18139)
-- feat(core): implement tool name aliasing for backward compatibility by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17974](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17974)
-- docs: fix help-wanted label spelling by @pavan-sh in
-  [#18114](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18114)
-- feat(cli): implement automatic theme switching based on terminal background by
-  @Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#17976](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17976)
-- fix(ide): no-op refactoring that moves the connection logic to helper
-  functions by @skeshive in
-  [#18118](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18118)
-- feat: update review-frontend-and-fix slash command to review-and-fix by
-  @galz10 in [#18146](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18146)
-- fix: improve Ctrl+R reverse search by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18075](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18075)
-- feat(plan): handle inconsistency in schedulers by @Adib234 in
-  [#17813](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17813)
-- feat(plan): add core logic and exit_plan_mode tool definition by @jerop in
-  [#18110](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18110)
-- feat(core): rename search_file_content tool to grep_search and add legacy
-  alias by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18003](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18003)
-- fix(core): prioritize detailed error messages for code assist setup by
-  @gsquared94 in
-  [#17852](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17852)
-- fix(cli): resolve environment loading and auth validation issues in ACP mode
-  by @bdmorgan in
-  [#18025](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18025)
-- feat(core): add .agents/skills directory alias for skill discovery by
+- feat(core): improve activate_skill tool and use lowercase XML tags by
   @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18151](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18151)
-- chore(core): reassign telemetry keys to avoid server conflict by @mattKorwel
-  in [#18161](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18161)
-- Add link to rewind doc in commands.md by @Adib234 in
-  [#17961](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17961)
-- feat(core): add draft-2020-12 JSON Schema support with lenient fallback by
-  @afarber in [#15060](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15060)
-- refactor(core): robust trimPreservingTrailingNewline and regression test by
+  [#16009](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16009)
+- Add initiation method telemetry property by @gundermanc in
+  [#15818](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15818)
+- chore(release): bump version to 0.25.0-nightly.20260107.59a18e710 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#16048](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16048)
+- Hx support by @kevinfjiang in
+  [#16032](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16032)
+- [Skills] Foundation: Centralize management logic and feedback rendering by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#15952](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15952)
+- Introduce GEMINI_CLI_HOME for strict test isolation by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#15907](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15907)
+- [Skills] Multi-scope skill enablement and shadowing fix by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#15953](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15953)
+- policy: extract legacy policy from core tool scheduler to policy engine by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#15902](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15902)
+- Enhance TestRig with process management and timeouts by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#15908](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15908)
+- Update troubleshooting doc for UNABLE_TO_GET_ISSUER_CERT_LOCALLY by @sehoon38
+  in [#16069](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16069)
+- Add keytar to dependencies by @chrstnb in
+  [#15928](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15928)
+- Simplify extension settings command by @chrstnb in
+  [#16001](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16001)
+- feat(admin): implement extensions disabled by @skeshive in
+  [#16024](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16024)
+- Core data structure updates for Rewind functionality by @Adib234 in
+  [#15714](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15714)
+- feat(hooks): simplify hook firing with HookSystem wrapper methods by @ved015
+  in [#15982](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15982)
+- Add exp.gws_experiment field to LogEventEntry by @gsquared94 in
+  [#16062](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16062)
+- Revert "feat(admin): implement extensions disabled" by @chrstnb in
+  [#16082](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16082)
+- feat(core): Decouple enabling hooks UI from subsystem. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16074](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16074)
+- docs: add docs for hooks + extensions by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16073](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16073)
+- feat(core): Preliminary changes for subagent model routing. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16035](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16035)
+- Optimize CI workflow: Parallelize jobs and cache linters by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16054](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16054)
+- Add option to fallback for capacity errors in ProQuotaDi… by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16050](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16050)
+- feat: add confirmation details support + jsonrpc vs http rest support by
   @adamfweidman in
-  [#18196](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18196)
-- Remove MCP servers on extension uninstall by @chrstnb in
-  [#18121](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18121)
-- refactor: localize ACP error parsing logic to cli package by @bdmorgan in
-  [#18193](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18193)
-- feat(core): Add A2A auth config types by @adamfweidman in
-  [#18205](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18205)
-- Set default max attempts to 3 and use the common variable by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18209](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18209)
-- feat(plan): add exit_plan_mode ui and prompt by @jerop in
-  [#18162](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18162)
-- fix(test): improve test isolation and enable subagent evaluations by
-  @cocosheng-g in
-  [#18138](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18138)
-- feat(plan): use custom deny messages in plan mode policies by @Adib234 in
-  [#18195](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18195)
-- Match on extension ID when stopping extensions by @chrstnb in
-  [#18218](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18218)
-- fix(core): Respect user's .gitignore preference by @xyrolle in
-  [#15482](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15482)
-- docs: document GEMINI_CLI_HOME environment variable by @adamfweidman in
-  [#18219](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18219)
-- chore(core): explicitly state plan storage path in prompt by @jerop in
-  [#18222](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18222)
-- A2a admin setting by @DavidAPierce in
-  [#17868](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17868)
-- feat(a2a): Add pluggable auth provider infrastructure by @adamfweidman in
-  [#17934](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17934)
-- Fix handling of empty settings by @chrstnb in
-  [#18131](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18131)
-- Reload skills when extensions change by @chrstnb in
-  [#18225](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18225)
-- feat: Add markdown rendering to ask_user tool by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18211](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18211)
-- Add telemetry to rewind by @Adib234 in
-  [#18122](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18122)
-- feat(admin): add support for MCP configuration via admin controls (pt1) by
-  @skeshive in [#18223](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18223)
-- feat(core): require user consent before MCP server OAuth by @ehedlund in
-  [#18132](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18132)
-- fix(sandbox): propagate GOOGLE_GEMINI_BASE_URL&GOOGLE_VERTEX_BASE_URL env vars
-  by @skeshive in
-  [#18231](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18231)
-- feat(ui): move user identity display to header by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18216](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18216)
-- fix: enforce folder trust for workspace settings, skills, and context by
-  @galz10 in [#17596](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17596)
+  [#16079](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16079)
+- fix(workflows): fix and limit labels for pr-triage.sh script by @jacob314 in
+  [#16096](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16096)
+- Fix and rename introspection agent -> cli help agent by @scidomino in
+  [#16097](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16097)
+- Docs: Changelogs update 20260105 by @jkcinouye in
+  [#15937](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15937)
+- enable cli_help agent by default by @scidomino in
+  [#16100](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16100)
+- Optimize json-output tests with mock responses by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16102](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16102)
+- Fix CI for forks by @scidomino in
+  [#16113](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16113)
+- Reduce nags about PRs that reference issues but don't fix them. by @jacob314
+  in [#16112](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16112)
+- feat(cli): add filepath autosuggestion after slash commands by @jasmeetsb in
+  [#14738](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14738)
+- Add upgrade option for paid users by @cayden-google in
+  [#15978](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15978)
+- [Skills] UX Polishing: Transparent feedback and CLI refinements by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#15954](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15954)
+- Polish: Move 'Failed to load skills' warning to debug logs by @NTaylorMullen
+  in [#16142](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16142)
+- feat(cli): export chat history in /bug and prefill GitHub issue by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16115](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16115)
+- bug(core): fix issue with overrides to bases. by @joshualitt in
+  [#15255](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15255)
+- enableInteractiveShell for external tooling relying on a2a server by
+  @DavidAPierce in
+  [#16080](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16080)
+- Reapply "feat(admin): implement extensions disabled" (#16082) by @skeshive in
+  [#16109](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16109)
+- bug(core): Fix spewie getter in hookTranslator.ts by @joshualitt in
+  [#16108](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16108)
+- feat(hooks): add mcp_context to BeforeTool and AfterTool hook inputs by @vrv
+  in [#15656](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15656)
+- Add extension linking capabilities in cli by @kevinjwang1 in
+  [#16040](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16040)
+- Update the page's title to be consistent and show in site. by @kschaab in
+  [#16174](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16174)
+- docs: correct typo in bufferFastReturn JSDoc ("accomodate" → "accommodate") by
+  @minglu7 in [#16056](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16056)
+- fix: typo in MCP servers settings description by @alphanota in
+  [#15929](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15929)
+- fix: yolo should auto allow redirection by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16183](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16183)
+- fix(cli): disableYoloMode shouldn't enforce default approval mode against args
+  by @psinha40898 in
+  [#16155](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16155)
+- feat: add native Sublime Text support to IDE detection by @phreakocious in
+  [#16083](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16083)
+- refactor(core): extract ToolModificationHandler from scheduler by @abhipatel12
+  in [#16118](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16118)
+- Add support for Antigravity terminal in terminal setup utility by @raky291 in
+  [#16051](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16051)
+- feat(core): Wire up model routing to subagents. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16043](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16043)
+- feat(cli): add /agents slash command to list available agents by @adamfweidman
+  in [#16182](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16182)
+- docs(cli): fix includeDirectories nesting in configuration.md by @maru0804 in
+  [#15067](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15067)
+- feat: implement file system reversion utilities for rewind by @Adib234 in
+  [#15715](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15715)
+- Always enable redaction in GitHub actions. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16200](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16200)
+- fix: remove unsupported 'enabled' key from workflow config by @Han5991 in
+  [#15611](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15611)
+- docs: Remove redundant and duplicate documentation files by @liqzheng in
+  [#14699](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14699)
+- docs: shorten run command and use published version by @dsherret in
+  [#16172](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16172)
+- test(command-registry): increase initialization test timeout by @wszqkzqk in
+  [#15979](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15979)
+- Ensure TERM is set to xterm-256color by @falouu in
+  [#15828](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15828)
+- The telemetry.js script should handle paths that contain spaces by @JohnJAS in
+  [#12078](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/12078)
+- ci: guard links workflow from running on forks by @wtanaka in
+  [#15461](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15461)
+- ci: guard nightly release workflow from running on forks by @wtanaka in
+  [#15463](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15463)
+- Support @ suggestions for subagenets by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16201](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16201)
+- feat(hooks): Support explicit stop and block execution control in model hooks
+  by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#15947](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15947)
+- Refine Gemini 3 system instructions to reduce model verbosity by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16139](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16139)
+- chore: clean up unused models and use consts by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16246](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16246)
+- Always enable bracketed paste by @scidomino in
+  [#16179](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16179)
+- refactor: migrate clearCommand hook calls to HookSystem by @ved015 in
+  [#16157](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16157)
+- refactor: migrate app containter hook calls to hook system by @ishaanxgupta in
+  [#16161](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16161)
+- Show settings source in extensions lists by @chrstnb in
+  [#16207](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16207)
+- feat(skills): add pr-creator skill and enable skills by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16232](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16232)
+- fix: handle Shift+Space in Kitty keyboard protocol terminals by @tt-a1i in
+  [#15767](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15767)
+- feat(core, ui): Add /agents refresh command. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16204](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16204)
+- feat(core): add local experiments override via GEMINI_EXP by @kevin-ramdass in
+  [#16181](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16181)
+- feat(ui): reduce home directory warning noise and add opt-out setting by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16229)
+- refactor: migrate chatCompressionService to use HookSystem by @ved015 in
+  [#16259](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16259)
+- fix: properly use systemMessage for hooks in UI by @jackwotherspoon in
+  [#16250](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16250)
+- Infer modifyOtherKeys support by @scidomino in
+  [#16270](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16270)
+- feat(core): Cache ignore instances for performance by @EricRahm in
+  [#16185](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16185)
+- feat: apply remote admin settings (no-op) by @skeshive in
+  [#16106](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16106)
+- Autogenerate docs/cli/settings.md docs/getting-started/configuration.md was
+  already autogenerated but settings.md was not. by @jacob314 in
+  [#14408](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14408)
+- refactor(config): remove legacy V1 settings migration logic by @galz10 in
+  [#16252](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16252)
+- Fix an issue where the agent stops prematurely by @gundermanc in
+  [#16269](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16269)
+- Update system prompt to prefer non-interactive commands by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16117](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16117)
+- Update ink version to 6.4.7 by @jacob314 in
+  [#16284](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16284)
+- Support for Built-in Agent Skills by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16045](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16045)
+- fix(skills): remove "Restart required" message from non-interactive commands
+  by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16307](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16307)
+- remove unused sessionHookTriggers and exports by @ved015 in
+  [#16324](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16324)
+- Triage action cleanup by @bdmorgan in
+  [#16319](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16319)
+- fix: Add event-driven trigger to issue triage workflow by @bdmorgan in
+  [#16334](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16334)
+- fix(workflows): resolve triage workflow failures and actionlint errors by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16338](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16338)
+- docs: add note about experimental hooks by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16337](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16337)
+- feat(cli): implement passive activity logger for session analysis by
+  @SandyTao520 in
+  [#15829](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15829)
+- feat(cli): add /chat debug command for nightly builds by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16339](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16339)
+- style: format pr-creator skill by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16381](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16381)
+- feat(cli): Hooks enable-all/disable-all feature with dynamic status by
+  @AbdulTawabJuly in
+  [#15552](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15552)
+- fix(core): ensure silent local subagent delegation while allowing remote
+  confirmation by @adamfweidman in
+  [#16395](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16395)
+- Markdown w/ Frontmatter Agent Parser by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16094](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16094)
+- Fix crash on unicode character by @chrstnb in
+  [#16420](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16420)
+- Attempt to resolve OOM w/ useMemo on history items by @chrstnb in
+  [#16424](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16424)
+- fix(core): ensure sub-agent schema and prompt refresh during runtime by
+  @adamfweidman in
+  [#16409](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16409)
+- Update extension examples by @chrstnb in
+  [#16274](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16274)
+- revert the change that was recently added from a fix by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16390](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16390)
+- Add other hook wrapper methods to hooksystem by @ved015 in
+  [#16361](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16361)
+- feat: introduce useRewindLogic hook for conversation history navigation by
+  @Adib234 in [#15716](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15716)
+- docs: Fix formatting issue in memport documentation by @wanglc02 in
+  [#14774](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14774)
+- fix(policy): enhance shell command safety and parsing by @allenhutchison in
+  [#15034](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15034)
+- fix(core): avoid 'activate_skill' re-registration warning by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16398](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16398)
+- perf(workflows): optimize PR triage script for faster execution by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16355](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16355)
+- feat(admin): prompt user to restart the CLI if they change auth to oauth
+  mid-session or don't have auth type selected at start of session by @skeshive
+  in [#16426](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16426)
+- Update cli-help agent's system prompt in sub-agents section by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16441](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16441)
+- Revert "Update extension examples" by @chrstnb in
+  [#16442](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16442)
+- Fix: add back fastreturn support by @scidomino in
+  [#16440](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16440)
+- feat(a2a): Introduce /memory command for a2a server by @cocosheng-g in
+  [#14456](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14456)
+- docs: fix broken internal link by using relative path by @Gong-Mi in
+  [#15371](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15371)
+- migrate yolo/auto-edit keybindings by @scidomino in
+  [#16457](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16457)
+- feat(cli): add install and uninstall commands for skills by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16377](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16377)
+- feat(ui): use Tab to switch focus between shell and input by @jacob314 in
+  [#14332](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14332)
+- feat(core): support shipping built-in skills with the CLI by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16300](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16300)
+- Collect hardware details telemetry. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16119](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16119)
+- feat(agents): improve UI feedback and parser reliability by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16459](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16459)
+- Migrate keybindings by @scidomino in
+  [#16460](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16460)
+- feat(cli): cleanup activity logs alongside session files by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#16399](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16399)
+- feat(cli): implement dynamic terminal tab titles for CLI status by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16378](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16378)
+- feat(core): add disableLLMCorrection setting to skip auto-correction in edit
+  tools by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#16000](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16000)
+- fix: Set both tab and window title instead of just window title by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16464](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16464)
+- fix(policy): ensure MCP policies match unqualified names in non-interactive
+  mode by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16490](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16490)
+- fix(cli): refine 'Action Required' indicator and focus hints by @NTaylorMullen
+  in [#16497](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16497)
+- Refactor beforeAgent and afterAgent hookEvents to follow desired output by
+  @ved015 in [#16495](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16495)
+- feat(agents): clarify mandatory YAML frontmatter for sub-agents by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16515](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16515)
+- docs(telemetry): add Google Cloud Monitoring dashboard documentation by @jerop
+  in [#16520](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16520)
+- Implement support for subagents as extensions. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16473](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16473)
+- refactor: make baseTimestamp optional in addItem and remove redundant calls by
+  @sehoon38 in [#16471](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16471)
+- Improve key binding names and descriptions by @scidomino in
+  [#16529](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16529)
+- feat(core, cli): Add support for agents in settings.json. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16433](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16433)
+- fix(cli): fix 'gemini skills install' unknown argument error by @NTaylorMullen
+  in [#16537](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16537)
+- chore(ui): optimize AgentsStatus layout with dense list style and group
+  separation by @adamfweidman in
+  [#16545](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16545)
+- fix(cli): allow @ file selector on slash command lines by @galz10 in
+  [#16370](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16370)
+- fix(ui): resolve sticky header regression in tool messages by @jacob314 in
+  [#16514](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16514)
+- feat(core): Align internal agent settings with configs exposed through
+  settings.json by @joshualitt in
+  [#16458](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16458)
+- fix(cli): copy uses OSC52 only in SSH/WSL by @assagman in
+  [#16554](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16554)
+- docs(skills): clarify skill directory structure and file location by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16532](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16532)
+- Fix: make ctrl+x use preferred editor by @scidomino in
+  [#16556](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16556)
+- fix(core): Resolve race condition in tool response reporting by @abhipatel12
+  in [#16557](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16557)
+- feat(ui): highlight persist mode status in ModelDialog by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16483](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16483)
+- refactor: clean up A2A task output for users and LLMs by @adamfweidman in
+  [#16561](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16561)
+- feat(core/ui): enhance retry mechanism and UX by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16489](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16489)
+- Modernize MaxSizedBox to use and ResizeObservers by @jacob314 in
+  [#16565](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16565)
+- Behavioral evals framework. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16047](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16047)
+- Aggregate test results. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16581](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16581)
+- feat(admin): support admin-enforced settings for Agent Skills by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16406](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16406)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick cfdc4cf to release/v0.25.0-preview.0-pr-16759 to patch
+  version v0.25.0-preview.0 and create version 0.25.0-preview.1 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#16866](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16866)
+- Patch #16730 into v0.25.0 preview by @chrstnb in
+  [#16882](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16882)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 3b55581 to release/v0.25.0-preview.2-pr-16506 to patch
+  version v0.25.0-preview.2 and create version 0.25.0-preview.3 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#17098](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17098)
 
-**Full Changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.27.0...v0.28.0
+**Full changelog**:
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.24.5...v0.25.0

docs/changelogs/preview.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Preview release: Release v0.29.0-preview.0
+# Preview release: Release v0.26.0-preview.0
 
-Released: February 10, 2026
+Released: January 21, 2026
 
 Our preview release includes the latest, new, and experimental features. This
 release may not be as stable as our [latest weekly release](latest.md).
@@ -13,355 +13,320 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
 
 ## Highlights
 
-- **Plan Mode Enhancements**: Significant updates to Plan Mode, including new
-  commands, support for MCP servers, integration of planning artifacts, and
-  improved iteration guidance.
-- **Core Agent Improvements**: Enhancements to the core agent, including better
-  system prompt rigor, improved subagent definitions, and enhanced tool
-  execution limits.
-- **CLI UX/UI Updates**: Various UI and UX improvements, such as autocomplete in
-  the input prompt, updated approval mode labels, DevTools integration, and
-  improved header spacing.
-- **Tooling & Extension Updates**: Improvements to existing tools like
-  `ask_user` and `grep_search`, and new features for extension management.
-- **Bug Fixes**: Numerous bug fixes across the CLI and core, addressing issues
-  with interactive commands, memory leaks, permission checks, and more.
-- **Context and Tool Output Management**: Features for observation masking for
-  tool outputs, session-linked tool output storage, and persistence for masked
-  tool outputs.
+- **Skills and Agents:** Improvements to the `activate_skill` tool and skill
+  management. Experimental Agent Skills support.
+- **UI/UX:** Addition of a Rewind Confirmation dialog and Viewer component.
+- **Extensions:** Experimental setting for extension configuration.
+- **Bug Fixes and Stability:** PDF token estimation fix and improvements to
+  scheduled issue triage.
 
 ## What's Changed
 
-- fix: remove ask_user tool from non-interactive modes by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18154](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18154)
-- fix(cli): allow restricted .env loading in untrusted sandboxed folders by
-  galz10 in [#17806](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17806)
-- Encourage agent to utilize ecosystem tools to perform work by gundermanc in
-  [#17881](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17881)
-- feat(plan): unify workflow location in system prompt to optimize caching by
-  jerop in [#18258](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18258)
-- feat(core): enable getUserTierName in config by sehoon38 in
-  [#18265](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18265)
-- feat(core): add default execution limits for subagents by abhipatel12 in
-  [#18274](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18274)
-- Fix issue where agent gets stuck at interactive commands. by gundermanc in
-  [#18272](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18272)
-- chore(release): bump version to 0.29.0-nightly.20260203.71f46f116 by
-  gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#18243](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18243)
-- feat(core): remove hardcoded policy bypass for local subagents by abhipatel12
-  in [#18153](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18153)
-- feat(plan): implement plan slash command by Adib234 in
-  [#17698](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17698)
-- feat: increase ask_user label limit to 16 characters by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18320](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18320)
-- Add information about the agent skills lifecycle and clarify docs-writer skill
-  metadata. by g-samroberts in
-  [#18234](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18234)
-- feat(core): add enter_plan_mode tool by jerop in
-  [#18324](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18324)
-- Stop showing an error message in /plan by Adib234 in
-  [#18333](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18333)
-- fix(hooks): remove unnecessary logging for hook registration by abhipatel12 in
-  [#18332](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18332)
-- fix(mcp): ensure MCP transport is closed to prevent memory leaks by cbcoutinho
-  in [#18054](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18054)
-- feat(skills): implement linking for agent skills by MushuEE in
-  [#18295](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18295)
-- Changelogs for 0.27.0 and 0.28.0-preview0 by g-samroberts in
-  [#18336](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18336)
-- chore: correct docs as skills and hooks are stable by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18358](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18358)
-- feat(admin): Implement admin allowlist for MCP server configurations by
-  skeshive in [#18311](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18311)
-- fix(core): add retry logic for transient SSL/TLS errors
-  ([#17318](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17318)) by
-  ppgranger in [#18310](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18310)
-- Add support for /extensions config command by chrstnb in
-  [#17895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17895)
-- fix(core): handle non-compliant mcpbridge responses from Xcode 26.3 by
-  peterfriese in
-  [#18376](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18376)
-- feat(cli): Add W, B, E Vim motions and operator support by ademuri in
-  [#16209](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16209)
-- fix: Windows Specific Agent Quality & System Prompt by scidomino in
-  [#18351](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18351)
-- feat(plan): support replace tool in plan mode to edit plans by jerop in
-  [#18379](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18379)
-- Improving memory tool instructions and eval testing by alisa-alisa in
-  [#18091](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18091)
-- fix(cli): color extension link success message green by MushuEE in
-  [#18386](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18386)
-- undo by jacob314 in
-  [#18147](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18147)
-- feat(plan): add guidance on iterating on approved plans vs creating new plans
-  by jerop in [#18346](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18346)
-- feat(plan): fix invalid tool calls in plan mode by Adib234 in
-  [#18352](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18352)
-- feat(plan): integrate planning artifacts and tools into primary workflows by
-  jerop in [#18375](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18375)
-- Fix permission check by scidomino in
-  [#18395](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18395)
-- ux(polish) autocomplete in the input prompt by jacob314 in
-  [#18181](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18181)
-- fix: resolve infinite loop when using 'Modify with external editor' by
-  ppgranger in [#17453](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17453)
-- feat: expand verify-release to macOS and Windows by yunaseoul in
-  [#18145](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18145)
-- feat(plan): implement support for MCP servers in Plan mode by Adib234 in
-  [#18229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18229)
-- chore: update folder trust error messaging by galz10 in
-  [#18402](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18402)
-- feat(plan): create a metric for execution of plans generated in plan mode by
-  Adib234 in [#18236](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18236)
-- perf(ui): optimize stripUnsafeCharacters with regex by gsquared94 in
-  [#18413](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18413)
-- feat(context): implement observation masking for tool outputs by abhipatel12
-  in [#18389](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18389)
-- feat(core,cli): implement session-linked tool output storage and cleanup by
-  abhipatel12 in
-  [#18416](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18416)
-- Shorten temp directory by joshualitt in
-  [#17901](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17901)
-- feat(plan): add behavioral evals for plan mode by jerop in
-  [#18437](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18437)
-- Add extension registry client by chrstnb in
-  [#18396](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18396)
-- Enable extension config by default by chrstnb in
-  [#18447](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18447)
-- Automatically generate change logs on release by g-samroberts in
-  [#18401](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18401)
-- Remove previewFeatures and default to Gemini 3 by sehoon38 in
-  [#18414](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18414)
-- feat(admin): apply MCP allowlist to extensions & gemini mcp list command by
-  skeshive in [#18442](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18442)
-- fix(cli): improve focus navigation for interactive and background shells by
-  galz10 in [#18343](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18343)
-- Add shortcuts hint and panel for discoverability by LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18035](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18035)
-- fix(config): treat system settings as read-only during migration and warn user
-  by spencer426 in
-  [#18277](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18277)
-- feat(plan): add positive test case and update eval stability policy by jerop
-  in [#18457](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18457)
-- fix- windows: add shell: true for spawnSync to fix EINVAL with .cmd editors by
-  zackoch in [#18408](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18408)
-- bug(core): Fix bug when saving plans. by joshualitt in
-  [#18465](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18465)
-- Refactor atCommandProcessor by scidomino in
-  [#18461](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18461)
-- feat(core): implement persistence and resumption for masked tool outputs by
-  abhipatel12 in
-  [#18451](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18451)
-- refactor: simplify tool output truncation to single config by SandyTao520 in
-  [#18446](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18446)
-- bug(core): Ensure storage is initialized early, even if config is not. by
-  joshualitt in [#18471](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18471)
-- chore: Update build-and-start script to support argument forwarding by
-  Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#18241](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18241)
-- fix(core): prevent subagent bypass in plan mode by jerop in
-  [#18484](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18484)
-- feat(cli): add WebSocket-based network logging and streaming chunk support by
-  SandyTao520 in
-  [#18383](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18383)
-- feat(cli): update approval modes UI by jerop in
-  [#18476](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18476)
-- fix(cli): reload skills and agents on extension restart by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18411](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18411)
-- fix(core): expand excludeTools with legacy aliases for renamed tools by
-  SandyTao520 in
-  [#18498](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18498)
-- feat(core): overhaul system prompt for rigor, integrity, and intent alignment
-  by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17263](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17263)
-- Patch for generate changelog docs yaml file by g-samroberts in
-  [#18496](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18496)
-- Code review fixes for show question mark pr. by jacob314 in
-  [#18480](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18480)
-- fix(cli): add SS3 Shift+Tab support for Windows terminals by ThanhNguyxn in
-  [#18187](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18187)
-- chore: remove redundant planning prompt from final shell by jerop in
-  [#18528](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18528)
-- docs: require pr-creator skill for PR generation by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18536](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18536)
-- chore: update colors for ask_user dialog by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18543](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18543)
-- feat(core): exempt high-signal tools from output masking by abhipatel12 in
-  [#18545](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18545)
-- refactor(core): remove memory tool instructions from Gemini 3 prompt by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18559](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18559)
-- chore: remove feedback instruction from system prompt by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18560](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18560)
-- feat(context): add remote configuration for tool output masking thresholds by
-  abhipatel12 in
-  [#18553](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18553)
-- feat(core): pause agent timeout budget while waiting for tool confirmation by
-  abhipatel12 in
-  [#18415](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18415)
-- refactor(config): remove experimental.enableEventDrivenScheduler setting by
-  abhipatel12 in
-  [#17924](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17924)
-- feat(cli): truncate shell output in UI history and improve active shell
-  display by jwhelangoog in
-  [#17438](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17438)
-- refactor(cli): switch useToolScheduler to event-driven engine by abhipatel12
-  in [#18565](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18565)
-- fix(core): correct escaped interpolation in system prompt by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18557](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18557)
-- propagate abortSignal by scidomino in
-  [#18477](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18477)
-- feat(core): conditionally include ctrl+f prompt based on interactive shell
-  setting by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18561](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18561)
-- fix(core): ensure enter_plan_mode tool registration respects experimental.plan
-  by jerop in [#18587](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18587)
-- feat(core): transition sub-agents to XML format and improve definitions by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18555](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18555)
-- docs: Add Plan Mode documentation by jerop in
-  [#18582](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18582)
-- chore: strengthen validation guidance in system prompt by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18544](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18544)
-- Fix newline insertion bug in replace tool by werdnum in
-  [#18595](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18595)
-- fix(evals): update save_memory evals and simplify tool description by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18610](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18610)
-- chore(evals): update validation_fidelity_pre_existing_errors to USUALLY_PASSES
-  by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18617](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18617)
-- fix: shorten tool call IDs and fix duplicate tool name in truncated output
-  filenames by SandyTao520 in
-  [#18600](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18600)
-- feat(cli): implement atomic writes and safety checks for trusted folders by
-  galz10 in [#18406](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18406)
-- Remove relative docs links by chrstnb in
-  [#18650](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18650)
-- docs: add legacy snippets convention to GEMINI.md by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18597](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18597)
-- fix(chore): Support linting for cjs by aswinashok44 in
-  [#18639](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18639)
-- feat: move shell efficiency guidelines to tool description by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18614](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18614)
-- Added "" as default value, since getText() used to expect a string only and
-  thus crashed when undefined... Fixes #18076 by 019-Abhi in
-  [#18099](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18099)
-- Allow @-includes outside of workspaces (with permission) by scidomino in
-  [#18470](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18470)
-- chore: make ask_user header description more clear by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18657](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18657)
-- refactor(core): model-dependent tool definitions by aishaneeshah in
-  [#18563](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18563)
-- Harded code assist converter. by jacob314 in
-  [#18656](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18656)
-- bug(core): Fix minor bug in migration logic. by joshualitt in
-  [#18661](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18661)
-- feat: enable plan mode experiment in settings by jerop in
-  [#18636](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18636)
-- refactor: push isValidPath() into parsePastedPaths() by scidomino in
-  [#18664](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18664)
-- fix(cli): correct 'esc to cancel' position and restore duration display by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18534](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18534)
-- feat(cli): add DevTools integration with gemini-cli-devtools by SandyTao520 in
-  [#18648](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18648)
-- chore: remove unused exports and redundant hook files by SandyTao520 in
-  [#18681](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18681)
-- Fix number of lines being reported in rewind confirmation dialog by Adib234 in
-  [#18675](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18675)
-- feat(cli): disable folder trust in headless mode by galz10 in
-  [#18407](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18407)
-- Disallow unsafe type assertions by gundermanc in
-  [#18688](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18688)
-- Change event type for release by g-samroberts in
-  [#18693](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18693)
-- feat: handle multiple dynamic context filenames in system prompt by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18598](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18598)
-- Properly parse at-commands with narrow non-breaking spaces by scidomino in
-  [#18677](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18677)
-- refactor(core): centralize core tool definitions and support model-specific
-  schemas by aishaneeshah in
-  [#18662](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18662)
-- feat(core): Render memory hierarchically in context. by joshualitt in
-  [#18350](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18350)
-- feat: Ctrl+O to expand paste placeholder by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18103](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18103)
-- fix(cli): Improve header spacing by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18531](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18531)
-- Feature/quota visibility 16795 by spencer426 in
-  [#18203](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18203)
-- Inline thinking bubbles with summary/full modes by LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18033](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18033)
-- docs: remove TOC marker from Plan Mode header by jerop in
-  [#18678](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18678)
-- fix(ui): remove redundant newlines in Gemini messages by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18538](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18538)
-- test(cli): fix AppContainer act() warnings and improve waitFor resilience by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18676](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18676)
-- refactor(core): refine Security & System Integrity section in system prompt by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18601](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18601)
-- Fix layout rounding. by gundermanc in
-  [#18667](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18667)
-- docs(skills): enhance pr-creator safety and interactivity by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18616](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18616)
-- test(core): remove hardcoded model from TestRig by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18710](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18710)
-- feat(core): optimize sub-agents system prompt intro by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18608](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18608)
-- feat(cli): update approval mode labels and shortcuts per latest UX spec by
-  jerop in [#18698](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18698)
-- fix(plan): update persistent approval mode setting by Adib234 in
-  [#18638](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18638)
-- fix: move toasts location to left side by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18705](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18705)
-- feat(routing): restrict numerical routing to Gemini 3 family by mattKorwel in
-  [#18478](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18478)
-- fix(ide): fix ide nudge setting by skeshive in
-  [#18733](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18733)
-- fix(core): standardize tool formatting in system prompts by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18615](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18615)
-- chore: consolidate to green in ask user dialog by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18734](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18734)
-- feat: add extensionsExplore setting to enable extensions explore UI. by
-  sripasg in [#18686](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18686)
-- feat(cli): defer devtools startup and integrate with F12 by SandyTao520 in
-  [#18695](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18695)
-- ui: update & subdue footer colors and animate progress indicator by
-  keithguerin in
-  [#18570](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18570)
-- test: add model-specific snapshots for coreTools by aishaneeshah in
-  [#18707](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18707)
-- ci: shard windows tests and fix event listener leaks by NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18670](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18670)
-- fix: allow ask_user tool in yolo mode by jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18541](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18541)
-- feat: redact disabled tools from system prompt
-  ([#13597](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/13597)) by
-  NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18613](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18613)
-- Update Gemini.md to use the curent year on creating new files by sehoon38 in
-  [#18460](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18460)
-- Code review cleanup for thinking display by jacob314 in
-  [#18720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18720)
-- fix(cli): hide scrollbars when in alternate buffer copy mode by werdnum in
-  [#18354](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18354)
-- Fix issues with rip grep by gundermanc in
-  [#18756](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18756)
-- fix(cli): fix history navigation regression after prompt autocomplete by
-  sehoon38 in [#18752](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18752)
-- chore: cleanup unused and add unlisted dependencies in packages/cli by
-  adamfweidman in
-  [#18749](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18749)
-- Fix issue where Gemini CLI creates tests in a new file by gundermanc in
-  [#18409](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18409)
-- feat(telemetry): Ensure experiment IDs are included in OpenTelemetry logs by
-  kevin-ramdass in
-  [#18747](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18747)
+- fix: PDF token estimation
+  ([#16494](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16494)) by
+  @korade-krushna in
+  [#16527](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16527)
+- chore(release): bump version to 0.26.0-nightly.20260114.bb6c57414 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#16604](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16604)
+- docs: clarify F12 to open debug console by @jackwotherspoon in
+  [#16570](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16570)
+- docs: Remove .md extension from internal links in architecture.md by
+  @medic-code in
+  [#12899](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/12899)
+- Add an experimental setting for extension config by @chrstnb in
+  [#16506](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16506)
+- feat: add Rewind Confirmation dialog and Rewind Viewer component by @Adib234
+  in [#15717](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15717)
+- fix(a2a): Don't throw errors for GeminiEventType Retry and InvalidStream. by
+  @ehedlund in [#16541](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16541)
+- prefactor: add rootCommands as array so it can be used for policy parsing by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16640](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16640)
+- remove unnecessary \x7f key bindings by @scidomino in
+  [#16646](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16646)
+- docs(skills): use body-file in pr-creator skill for better reliability by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16642](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16642)
+- chore(automation): recursive labeling for workstream descendants by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16609](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16609)
+- feat: introduce 'skill-creator' built-in skill and CJS management tools by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16394](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16394)
+- chore(automation): remove automated PR size and complexity labeler by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16648](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16648)
+- refactor(skills): replace 'project' with 'workspace' scope by @NTaylorMullen
+  in [#16380](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16380)
+- Docs: Update release notes for 1/13/2026 by @jkcinouye in
+  [#16583](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16583)
+- Simplify paste handling by @scidomino in
+  [#16654](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16654)
+- chore(automation): improve scheduled issue triage discovery and throughput by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16652](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16652)
+- fix(acp): run exit cleanup when stdin closes by @codefromthecrypt in
+  [#14953](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14953)
+- feat(scheduler): add types needed for event driven scheduler by @abhipatel12
+  in [#16641](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16641)
+- Remove unused rewind key binding by @scidomino in
+  [#16659](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16659)
+- Remove sequence binding by @scidomino in
+  [#16664](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16664)
+- feat(cli): undeprecate the --prompt flag by @alexaustin007 in
+  [#13981](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/13981)
+- chore: update dependabot configuration by @cosmopax in
+  [#13507](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/13507)
+- feat(config): add 'auto' alias for default model selection by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16661](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16661)
+- Enable & disable agents by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16225](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16225)
+- cleanup: Improve keybindings by @scidomino in
+  [#16672](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16672)
+- Add timeout for shell-utils to prevent hangs. by @jacob314 in
+  [#16667](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16667)
+- feat(plan): add experimental plan flag by @jerop in
+  [#16650](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16650)
+- feat(cli): add security consent prompts for skill installation by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16549](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16549)
+- fix: replace 3 consecutive periods with ellipsis character by @Vist233 in
+  [#16587](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16587)
+- chore(automation): ensure status/need-triage is applied and never cleared
+  automatically by @bdmorgan in
+  [#16657](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16657)
+- fix: Handle colons in skill description frontmatter by @maru0804 in
+  [#16345](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16345)
+- refactor(core): harden skill frontmatter parsing by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16705](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16705)
+- feat(skills): add conflict detection and warnings for skill overrides by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16709](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16709)
+- feat(scheduler): add SchedulerStateManager for reactive tool state by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16651](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16651)
+- chore(automation): enforce 'help wanted' label permissions and update
+  guidelines by @bdmorgan in
+  [#16707](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16707)
+- fix(core): resolve circular dependency via tsconfig paths by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16730](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16730)
+- chore/release: bump version to 0.26.0-nightly.20260115.6cb3ae4e0 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#16738](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16738)
+- fix(automation): correct status/need-issue label matching wildcard by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16727](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16727)
+- fix(automation): prevent label-enforcer loop by ignoring all bots by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16746](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16746)
+- Add links to supported locations and minor fixes by @g-samroberts in
+  [#16476](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16476)
+- feat(policy): add source tracking to policy rules by @allenhutchison in
+  [#16670](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16670)
+- feat(automation): enforce '🔒 maintainer only' and fix bot loop by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16751](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16751)
+- Make merged settings non-nullable and fix all lints related to that. by
+  @jacob314 in [#16647](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16647)
+- fix(core): prevent ModelInfo event emission on aborted signal by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16752](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16752)
+- Replace relative paths to fix website build by @chrstnb in
+  [#16755](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16755)
+- Restricting to localhost by @cocosheng-g in
+  [#16548](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16548)
+- fix(cli): add explicit dependency on color-convert by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16757](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16757)
+- fix(automation): robust label enforcement with permission checks by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16762](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16762)
+- fix(cli): prevent OOM crash by limiting file search traversal and adding
+  timeout by @galz10 in
+  [#16696](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16696)
+- fix(cli): safely handle /dev/tty access on macOS by @korade-krushna in
+  [#16531](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16531)
+- docs: clarify workspace test execution in GEMINI.md by @mattKorwel in
+  [#16764](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16764)
+- Add support for running available commands prior to MCP servers loading by
+  @Adib234 in [#15596](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15596)
+- feat(plan): add experimental 'plan' approval mode by @jerop in
+  [#16753](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16753)
+- feat(scheduler): add functional awaitConfirmation utility by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16721](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16721)
+- fix(infra): update maintainer rollup label to 'workstream-rollup' by @bdmorgan
+  in [#16809](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16809)
+- fix(infra): use GraphQL to detect direct parents in rollup workflow by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16811](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16811)
+- chore(workflows): rename label-workstream-rollup workflow by @bdmorgan in
+  [#16818](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16818)
+- skip simple-mcp-server.test.ts by @scidomino in
+  [#16842](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16842)
+- Steer outer agent to use expert subagents when present by @gundermanc in
+  [#16763](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16763)
+- Fix race condition by awaiting scheduleToolCalls by @chrstnb in
+  [#16759](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16759)
+- cleanup: Organize key bindings by @scidomino in
+  [#16798](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16798)
+- feat(core): Add generalist agent. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16638](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16638)
+- perf(ui): optimize text buffer and highlighting for large inputs by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16782](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16782)
+- fix(core): fix PTY descriptor shell leak by @galz10 in
+  [#16773](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16773)
+- feat(plan): enforce strict read-only policy and halt execution on violation by
+  @jerop in [#16849](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16849)
+- remove need-triage label from bug_report template by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16864](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16864)
+- fix(core): truncate large telemetry log entries by @sehoon38 in
+  [#16769](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16769)
+- docs(extensions): add Agent Skills support and mark feature as experimental by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16859](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16859)
+- fix(core): surface warnings for invalid hook event names in configuration
+  ([#16788](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16788)) by
+  @sehoon38 in [#16873](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16873)
+- feat(plan): remove read_many_files from approval mode policies by @jerop in
+  [#16876](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16876)
+- feat(admin): implement admin controls polling and restart prompt by @skeshive
+  in [#16627](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16627)
+- Remove LRUCache class migrating to mnemoist by @jacob314 in
+  [#16872](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16872)
+- feat(settings): rename negative settings to positive naming (disable* ->
+  enable*) by @afarber in
+  [#14142](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14142)
+- refactor(cli): unify shell confirmation dialogs by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16828](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16828)
+- feat(agent): enable agent skills by default by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16736](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16736)
+- refactor(core): foundational truncation refactoring and token estimation
+  optimization by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16824](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16824)
+- fix(hooks): enable /hooks disable to reliably stop single hooks by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16804](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16804)
+- Don't commit unless user asks us to. by @gundermanc in
+  [#16902](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16902)
+- chore: remove a2a-adapter and bump @a2a-js/sdk to 0.3.8 by @adamfweidman in
+  [#16800](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16800)
+- fix: Show experiment values in settings UI for compressionThreshold by
+  @ishaanxgupta in
+  [#16267](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16267)
+- feat(cli): replace relative keyboard shortcuts link with web URL by
+  @imaliabbas in
+  [#16479](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16479)
+- fix(core): resolve PKCE length issue and stabilize OAuth redirect port by
+  @sehoon38 in [#16815](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16815)
+- Delete rewind documentation for now by @Adib234 in
+  [#16932](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16932)
+- Stabilize skill-creator CI and package format by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#17001](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17001)
+- Stabilize the git evals by @gundermanc in
+  [#16989](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16989)
+- fix(core): attempt compression before context overflow check by @NTaylorMullen
+  in [#16914](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16914)
+- Fix inverted logic. by @gundermanc in
+  [#17007](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17007)
+- chore(scripts): add duplicate issue closer script and fix lint errors by
+  @bdmorgan in [#16997](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16997)
+- docs: update README and config guide to reference Gemini 3 by @JayadityaGit in
+  [#15806](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15806)
+- fix(cli): correct Homebrew installation detection by @kij in
+  [#14727](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14727)
+- Demote git evals to nightly run. by @gundermanc in
+  [#17030](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17030)
+- fix(cli): use OSC-52 clipboard copy in Windows Terminal by @Thomas-Shephard in
+  [#16920](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16920)
+- Fix: Process all parts in response chunks when thought is first by @pyrytakala
+  in [#13539](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/13539)
+- fix(automation): fix jq quoting error in pr-triage.sh by @Kimsoo0119 in
+  [#16958](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16958)
+- refactor(core): decouple scheduler into orchestration, policy, and
+  confirmation by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#16895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16895)
+- feat: add /introspect slash command by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#17048](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17048)
+- refactor(cli): centralize tool mapping and decouple legacy scheduler by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#17044](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17044)
+- fix(ui): ensure rationale renders before tool calls by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#17043](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17043)
+- fix(workflows): use author_association for maintainer check by @bdmorgan in
+  [#17060](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17060)
+- fix return type of fireSessionStartEvent to defaultHookOutput by @ved015 in
+  [#16833](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16833)
+- feat(cli): add experiment gate for event-driven scheduler by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#17055](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17055)
+- feat(core): improve shell redirection transparency and security by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#16486](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16486)
+- fix(core): deduplicate ModelInfo emission in GeminiClient by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#17075](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17075)
+- docs(themes): remove unsupported DiffModified color key by @jw409 in
+  [#17073](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17073)
+- fix: update currentSequenceModel when modelChanged by @adamfweidman in
+  [#17051](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17051)
+- feat(core): enhanced anchored iterative context compression with
+  self-verification by @rmedranollamas in
+  [#15710](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15710)
+- Fix mcp instructions by @chrstnb in
+  [#16439](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16439)
+- [A2A] Disable checkpointing if git is not installed by @cocosheng-g in
+  [#16896](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16896)
+- feat(admin): set admin.skills.enabled based on advancedFeaturesEnabled setting
+  by @skeshive in
+  [#17095](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17095)
+- Test coverage for hook exit code cases by @gundermanc in
+  [#17041](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17041)
+- Revert "Revert "Update extension examples"" by @chrstnb in
+  [#16445](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16445)
+- fix(core): Provide compact, actionable errors for agent delegation failures by
+  @SandyTao520 in
+  [#16493](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16493)
+- fix: migrate BeforeModel and AfterModel hooks to HookSystem by @ved015 in
+  [#16599](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16599)
+- feat(admin): apply admin settings to gemini skills/mcp/extensions commands by
+  @skeshive in [#17102](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17102)
+- fix(core): update telemetry token count after session resume by @psinha40898
+  in [#15491](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15491)
+- Demote the subagent test to nightly by @gundermanc in
+  [#17105](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17105)
+- feat(plan): telemetry to track adoption and usage of plan mode by @Adib234 in
+  [#16863](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16863)
+- feat: Add flash lite utility fallback chain by @adamfweidman in
+  [#17056](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17056)
+- Fixes Windows crash: "Cannot resize a pty that has already exited" by @dzammit
+  in [#15757](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15757)
+- feat(core): Add initial eval for generalist agent. by @joshualitt in
+  [#16856](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16856)
+- feat(core): unify agent enabled and disabled flags by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#17127](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17127)
+- fix(core): resolve auto model in default strategy by @sehoon38 in
+  [#17116](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17116)
+- docs: update project context and pr-creator workflow by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#17119](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17119)
+- fix(cli): send gemini-cli version as mcp client version by @dsp in
+  [#13407](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/13407)
+- fix(cli): resolve Ctrl+Enter and Ctrl+J newline issues by @imadraude in
+  [#17021](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17021)
+- Remove missing sidebar item by @chrstnb in
+  [#17145](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17145)
+- feat(core): Ensure all properties in hooks object are event names. by
+  @joshualitt in
+  [#16870](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16870)
+- fix(cli): fix newline support broken in previous PR by @scidomino in
+  [#17159](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17159)
+- Add interactive ValidationDialog for handling 403 VALIDATION_REQUIRED errors.
+  by @gsquared94 in
+  [#16231](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16231)
+- Add Esc-Esc to clear prompt when it's not empty by @Adib234 in
+  [#17131](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17131)
+- Avoid spurious warnings about unexpected renders triggered by appEvents and
+  coreEvents. by @jacob314 in
+  [#17160](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17160)
+- fix(cli): resolve home/end keybinding conflict by @scidomino in
+  [#17124](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17124)
+- fix(cli): display 'http' type on mcp list by @pamanta in
+  [#16915](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16915)
+- fix bad fallback logic external editor logic by @scidomino in
+  [#17166](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17166)
+- Fix bug where System scopes weren't migrated. by @jacob314 in
+  [#17174](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17174)
+- Fix mcp tool lookup in tool registry by @werdnum in
+  [#17054](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17054)
 
 **Full changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.28.0-preview.0...v0.29.0-preview.0
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.25.0-preview.4...v0.26.0-preview.0

docs/cli/cli-reference.md

@@ -1,116 +0,0 @@
-# CLI cheatsheet
-
-This page provides a reference for commonly used Gemini CLI commands, options,
-and parameters.
-
-## CLI commands
-
-| Command                            | Description                        | Example                                             |
-| ---------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
-| `gemini`                           | Start interactive REPL             | `gemini`                                            |
-| `gemini "query"`                   | Query non-interactively, then exit | `gemini "explain this project"`                     |
-| `gemini -p "query"`                | Query via SDK, then exit           | `gemini -p "explain this function"`                 |
-| `cat file \| gemini -p "query"`    | Process piped content              | `cat logs.txt \| gemini -p "explain"`               |
-| `gemini -i "query"`                | Execute and continue interactively | `gemini -i "What is the purpose of this project?"`  |
-| `gemini -r "latest"`               | Continue most recent session       | `gemini -r "latest"`                                |
-| `gemini -r "latest" "query"`       | Continue session with a new prompt | `gemini -r "latest" "Check for type errors"`        |
-| `gemini -r "<session-id>" "query"` | Resume session by ID               | `gemini -r "abc123" "Finish this PR"`               |
-| `gemini update`                    | Update to latest version           | `gemini update`                                     |
-| `gemini extensions`                | Manage extensions                  | See [Extensions Management](#extensions-management) |
-| `gemini mcp`                       | Configure MCP servers              | See [MCP Server Management](#mcp-server-management) |
-
-### Positional arguments
-
-| Argument | Type              | Description                                                                                                        |
-| -------- | ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
-| `query`  | string (variadic) | Positional prompt. Defaults to one-shot mode. Use `-i/--prompt-interactive` to execute and continue interactively. |
-
-## CLI Options
-
-| Option                           | Alias | Type    | Default   | Description                                                                                                                                                       |
-| -------------------------------- | ----- | ------- | --------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `--debug`                        | `-d`  | boolean | `false`   | Run in debug mode with verbose logging                                                                                                                            |
-| `--version`                      | `-v`  | -       | -         | Show CLI version number and exit                                                                                                                                  |
-| `--help`                         | `-h`  | -       | -         | Show help information                                                                                                                                             |
-| `--model`                        | `-m`  | string  | `auto`    | Model to use. See [Model Selection](#model-selection) for available values.                                                                                       |
-| `--prompt`                       | `-p`  | string  | -         | Prompt text. Appended to stdin input if provided. **Deprecated:** Use positional arguments instead.                                                               |
-| `--prompt-interactive`           | `-i`  | string  | -         | Execute prompt and continue in interactive mode                                                                                                                   |
-| `--sandbox`                      | `-s`  | boolean | `false`   | Run in a sandboxed environment for safer execution                                                                                                                |
-| `--approval-mode`                | -     | string  | `default` | Approval mode for tool execution. Choices: `default`, `auto_edit`, `yolo`                                                                                         |
-| `--yolo`                         | `-y`  | boolean | `false`   | **Deprecated.** Auto-approve all actions. Use `--approval-mode=yolo` instead.                                                                                     |
-| `--experimental-acp`             | -     | boolean | -         | Start in ACP (Agent Code Pilot) mode. **Experimental feature.**                                                                                                   |
-| `--experimental-zed-integration` | -     | boolean | -         | Run in Zed editor integration mode. **Experimental feature.**                                                                                                     |
-| `--allowed-mcp-server-names`     | -     | array   | -         | Allowed MCP server names (comma-separated or multiple flags)                                                                                                      |
-| `--allowed-tools`                | -     | array   | -         | **Deprecated.** Use the [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) instead. Tools that are allowed to run without confirmation (comma-separated or multiple flags) |
-| `--extensions`                   | `-e`  | array   | -         | List of extensions to use. If not provided, all extensions are enabled (comma-separated or multiple flags)                                                        |
-| `--list-extensions`              | `-l`  | boolean | -         | List all available extensions and exit                                                                                                                            |
-| `--resume`                       | `-r`  | string  | -         | Resume a previous session. Use `"latest"` for most recent or index number (e.g. `--resume 5`)                                                                     |
-| `--list-sessions`                | -     | boolean | -         | List available sessions for the current project and exit                                                                                                          |
-| `--delete-session`               | -     | string  | -         | Delete a session by index number (use `--list-sessions` to see available sessions)                                                                                |
-| `--include-directories`          | -     | array   | -         | Additional directories to include in the workspace (comma-separated or multiple flags)                                                                            |
-| `--screen-reader`                | -     | boolean | -         | Enable screen reader mode for accessibility                                                                                                                       |
-| `--output-format`                | `-o`  | string  | `text`    | The format of the CLI output. Choices: `text`, `json`, `stream-json`                                                                                              |
-
-## Model selection
-
-The `--model` (or `-m`) flag allows you to specify which Gemini model to use.
-You can use either model aliases (user-friendly names) or concrete model names.
-
-### Model aliases
-
-These are convenient shortcuts that map to specific models:
-
-| Alias        | Resolves To                                | Description                                                                                                               |
-| ------------ | ------------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `auto`       | `gemini-2.5-pro` or `gemini-3-pro-preview` | **Default.** Resolves to the preview model if preview features are enabled, otherwise resolves to the standard pro model. |
-| `pro`        | `gemini-2.5-pro` or `gemini-3-pro-preview` | For complex reasoning tasks. Uses preview model if enabled.                                                               |
-| `flash`      | `gemini-2.5-flash`                         | Fast, balanced model for most tasks.                                                                                      |
-| `flash-lite` | `gemini-2.5-flash-lite`                    | Fastest model for simple tasks.                                                                                           |
-
-## Extensions management
-
-| Command                                            | Description                                  | Example                                                                        |
-| -------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
-| `gemini extensions install <source>`               | Install extension from Git URL or local path | `gemini extensions install https://github.com/user/my-extension`               |
-| `gemini extensions install <source> --ref <ref>`   | Install from specific branch/tag/commit      | `gemini extensions install https://github.com/user/my-extension --ref develop` |
-| `gemini extensions install <source> --auto-update` | Install with auto-update enabled             | `gemini extensions install https://github.com/user/my-extension --auto-update` |
-| `gemini extensions uninstall <name>`               | Uninstall one or more extensions             | `gemini extensions uninstall my-extension`                                     |
-| `gemini extensions list`                           | List all installed extensions                | `gemini extensions list`                                                       |
-| `gemini extensions update <name>`                  | Update a specific extension                  | `gemini extensions update my-extension`                                        |
-| `gemini extensions update --all`                   | Update all extensions                        | `gemini extensions update --all`                                               |
-| `gemini extensions enable <name>`                  | Enable an extension                          | `gemini extensions enable my-extension`                                        |
-| `gemini extensions disable <name>`                 | Disable an extension                         | `gemini extensions disable my-extension`                                       |
-| `gemini extensions link <path>`                    | Link local extension for development         | `gemini extensions link /path/to/extension`                                    |
-| `gemini extensions new <path>`                     | Create new extension from template           | `gemini extensions new ./my-extension`                                         |
-| `gemini extensions validate <path>`                | Validate extension structure                 | `gemini extensions validate ./my-extension`                                    |
-
-See [Extensions Documentation](../extensions/index.md) for more details.
-
-## MCP server management
-
-| Command                                                       | Description                     | Example                                                                                              |
-| ------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `gemini mcp add <name> <command>`                             | Add stdio-based MCP server      | `gemini mcp add github npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-github`                                   |
-| `gemini mcp add <name> <url> --transport http`                | Add HTTP-based MCP server       | `gemini mcp add api-server http://localhost:3000 --transport http`                                   |
-| `gemini mcp add <name> <command> --env KEY=value`             | Add with environment variables  | `gemini mcp add slack node server.js --env SLACK_TOKEN=xoxb-xxx`                                     |
-| `gemini mcp add <name> <command> --scope user`                | Add with user scope             | `gemini mcp add db node db-server.js --scope user`                                                   |
-| `gemini mcp add <name> <command> --include-tools tool1,tool2` | Add with specific tools         | `gemini mcp add github npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-github --include-tools list_repos,get_pr` |
-| `gemini mcp remove <name>`                                    | Remove an MCP server            | `gemini mcp remove github`                                                                           |
-| `gemini mcp list`                                             | List all configured MCP servers | `gemini mcp list`                                                                                    |
-
-See [MCP Server Integration](../tools/mcp-server.md) for more details.
-
-## Skills management
-
-| Command                          | Description                           | Example                                           |
-| -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- |
-| `gemini skills list`             | List all discovered agent skills      | `gemini skills list`                              |
-| `gemini skills install <source>` | Install skill from Git, path, or file | `gemini skills install https://github.com/u/repo` |
-| `gemini skills link <path>`      | Link local agent skills via symlink   | `gemini skills link /path/to/my-skills`           |
-| `gemini skills uninstall <name>` | Uninstall an agent skill              | `gemini skills uninstall my-skill`                |
-| `gemini skills enable <name>`    | Enable an agent skill                 | `gemini skills enable my-skill`                   |
-| `gemini skills disable <name>`   | Disable an agent skill                | `gemini skills disable my-skill`                  |
-| `gemini skills enable --all`     | Enable all skills                     | `gemini skills enable --all`                      |
-| `gemini skills disable --all`    | Disable all skills                    | `gemini skills disable --all`                     |
-
-See [Agent Skills Documentation](./skills.md) for more details.

docs/cli/commands.md

@@ -10,14 +10,6 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
 
 ### Built-in Commands
 
-- **`/about`**
-  - **Description:** Show version info. Please share this information when
-    filing issues.
-
-- **`/auth`**
-  - **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the authentication
-    method.
-
 - **`/bug`**
   - **Description:** File an issue about Gemini CLI. By default, the issue is
     filed within the GitHub repository for Gemini CLI. The string you enter
@@ -30,21 +22,10 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     conversation state interactively, or resuming a previous state from a later
     session.
   - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`delete <tag>`**
-      - **Description:** Deletes a saved conversation checkpoint.
-    - **`list`**
-      - **Description:** Lists available tags for chat state resumption.
-      - **Note:** This command only lists chats saved within the current
-        project. Because chat history is project-scoped, chats saved in other
-        project directories will not be displayed.
-    - **`resume <tag>`**
-      - **Description:** Resumes a conversation from a previous save.
-      - **Note:** You can only resume chats that were saved within the current
-        project. To resume a chat from a different project, you must run the
-        Gemini CLI from that project's directory.
-    - **`save <tag>`**
+    - **`save`**
       - **Description:** Saves the current conversation history. You must add a
         `<tag>` for identifying the conversation state.
+      - **Usage:** `/chat save <tag>`
       - **Details on checkpoint location:** The default locations for saved chat
         checkpoints are:
         - Linux/macOS: `~/.gemini/tmp/<project_hash>/`
@@ -56,11 +37,25 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
           conversation states. For automatic checkpoints created before file
           modifications, see the
           [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md).
-    - **`share [filename]`**
+    - **`resume`**
+      - **Description:** Resumes a conversation from a previous save.
+      - **Usage:** `/chat resume <tag>`
+      - **Note:** You can only resume chats that were saved within the current
+        project. To resume a chat from a different project, you must run the
+        Gemini CLI from that project's directory.
+    - **`list`**
+      - **Description:** Lists available tags for chat state resumption.
+      - **Note:** This command only lists chats saved within the current
+        project. Because chat history is project-scoped, chats saved in other
+        project directories will not be displayed.
+    - **`delete`**
+      - **Description:** Deletes a saved conversation checkpoint.
+      - **Usage:** `/chat delete <tag>`
+    - **`share`**
       - **Description** Writes the current conversation to a provided Markdown
-        or JSON file. If no filename is provided, then the CLI will generate
-        one.
-      - **Usage** `/chat share file.md` or `/chat share file.json`.
+        or JSON file.
+      - **Usage** `/chat share file.md` or `/chat share file.json`. If no
+        filename is provided, then the CLI will generate one.
 
 - **`/clear`**
   - **Description:** Clear the terminal screen, including the visible session
@@ -103,9 +98,6 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
         `--include-directories`.
       - **Usage:** `/directory show`
 
-- **`/docs`**
-  - **Description:** Open the Gemini CLI documentation in your browser.
-
 - **`/editor`**
   - **Description:** Open a dialog for selecting supported editors.
 
@@ -113,75 +105,34 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
   - **Description:** Lists all active extensions in the current Gemini CLI
     session. See [Gemini CLI Extensions](../extensions/index.md).
 
-- **`/help`**
+- **`/help`** (or **`/?`**)
   - **Description:** Display help information about Gemini CLI, including
     available commands and their usage.
 
-- **`/shortcuts`**
-  - **Description:** Toggle the shortcuts panel above the input.
-  - **Shortcut:** Press `?` when the prompt is empty.
-  - **Note:** This is separate from the clean UI detail toggle on double-`Tab`,
-    which switches between minimal and full UI chrome.
-
-- **`/hooks`**
-  - **Description:** Manage hooks, which allow you to intercept and customize
-    Gemini CLI behavior at specific lifecycle events.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`disable-all`**:
-      - **Description:** Disable all enabled hooks.
-    - **`disable <hook-name>`**:
-      - **Description:** Disable a hook by name.
-    - **`enable-all`**:
-      - **Description:** Enable all disabled hooks.
-    - **`enable <hook-name>`**:
-      - **Description:** Enable a hook by name.
-    - **`list`** (or `show`, `panel`):
-      - **Description:** Display all registered hooks with their status.
-
-- **`/ide`**
-  - **Description:** Manage IDE integration.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`disable`**:
-      - **Description:** Disable IDE integration.
-    - **`enable`**:
-      - **Description:** Enable IDE integration.
-    - **`install`**:
-      - **Description:** Install required IDE companion.
-    - **`status`**:
-      - **Description:** Check status of IDE integration.
-
-- **`/init`**
-  - **Description:** To help users easily create a `GEMINI.md` file, this
-    command analyzes the current directory and generates a tailored context
-    file, making it simpler for them to provide project-specific instructions to
-    the Gemini agent.
-
-- **`/introspect`**
-  - **Description:** Provide debugging information about the current Gemini CLI
-    session, including the state of loaded sub-agents and active hooks. This
-    command is primarily for advanced users and developers.
-
 - **`/mcp`**
   - **Description:** Manage configured Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers.
   - **Sub-commands:**
+    - **`list`** or **`ls`**:
+      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools. This is the
+        default action if no subcommand is specified.
+    - **`desc`**
+      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools with
+        descriptions.
+    - **`schema`**:
+      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools with descriptions
+        and schemas.
     - **`auth`**:
       - **Description:** Authenticate with an OAuth-enabled MCP server.
       - **Usage:** `/mcp auth <server-name>`
       - **Details:** If `<server-name>` is provided, it initiates the OAuth flow
         for that server. If no server name is provided, it lists all configured
         servers that support OAuth authentication.
-    - **`desc`**
-      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools with
-        descriptions.
-    - **`list`** or **`ls`**:
-      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools. This is the
-        default action if no subcommand is specified.
     - **`refresh`**:
       - **Description:** Restarts all MCP servers and re-discovers their
         available tools.
-    - **`schema`**:
-      - **Description:** List configured MCP servers and tools with descriptions
-        and schemas.
+
+- [**`/model`**](./model.md)
+  - **Description:** Opens a dialog to choose your Gemini model.
 
 - **`/memory`**
   - **Description:** Manage the AI's instructional context (hierarchical memory
@@ -190,40 +141,23 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     - **`add`**:
       - **Description:** Adds the following text to the AI's memory. Usage:
         `/memory add <text to remember>`
-    - **`list`**:
-      - **Description:** Lists the paths of the GEMINI.md files in use for
-        hierarchical memory.
-    - **`refresh`**:
-      - **Description:** Reload the hierarchical instructional memory from all
-        `GEMINI.md` files found in the configured locations (global,
-        project/ancestors, and sub-directories). This command updates the model
-        with the latest `GEMINI.md` content.
     - **`show`**:
       - **Description:** Display the full, concatenated content of the current
         hierarchical memory that has been loaded from all `GEMINI.md` files.
         This lets you inspect the instructional context being provided to the
         Gemini model.
+    - **`refresh`**:
+      - **Description:** Reload the hierarchical instructional memory from all
+        `GEMINI.md` files found in the configured locations (global,
+        project/ancestors, and sub-directories). This command updates the model
+        with the latest `GEMINI.md` content.
+    - **`list`**:
+      - **Description:** Lists the paths of the GEMINI.md files in use for
+        hierarchical memory.
     - **Note:** For more details on how `GEMINI.md` files contribute to
       hierarchical memory, see the
       [CLI Configuration documentation](../get-started/configuration.md).
 
-- [**`/model`**](./model.md)
-  - **Description:** Opens a dialog to choose your Gemini model.
-
-- **`/policies`**
-  - **Description:** Manage policies.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`list`**:
-      - **Description:** List all active policies grouped by mode.
-
-- **`/privacy`**
-  - **Description:** Display the Privacy Notice and allow users to select
-    whether they consent to the collection of their data for service improvement
-    purposes.
-
-- **`/quit`** (or **`/exit`**)
-  - **Description:** Exit Gemini CLI.
-
 - **`/restore`**
   - **Description:** Restores the project files to the state they were in just
     before a tool was executed. This is particularly useful for undoing file
@@ -234,24 +168,18 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     [settings](../get-started/configuration.md). See
     [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md) for more details.
 
-- [**`/rewind`**](./rewind.md)
-  - **Description:** Navigates backward through the conversation history,
-    allowing you to review past interactions and potentially revert to a
-    previous state. This feature helps in managing complex or branched
-    conversations.
-
 - **`/resume`**
   - **Description:** Browse and resume previous conversation sessions. Opens an
     interactive session browser where you can search, filter, and select from
     automatically saved conversations.
   - **Features:**
-    - **Management:** Delete unwanted sessions directly from the browser
-    - **Resume:** Select any session to resume and continue the conversation
-    - **Search:** Use `/` to search through conversation content across all
-      sessions
     - **Session Browser:** Interactive interface showing all saved sessions with
       timestamps, message counts, and first user message for context
+    - **Search:** Use `/` to search through conversation content across all
+      sessions
     - **Sorting:** Sort sessions by date or message count
+    - **Management:** Delete unwanted sessions directly from the browser
+    - **Resume:** Select any session to resume and continue the conversation
   - **Note:** All conversations are automatically saved as you chat - no manual
     saving required. See [Session Management](../cli/session-management.md) for
     complete details.
@@ -270,26 +198,19 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     modify them as desired. Changes to some settings are applied immediately,
     while others require a restart.
 
-- **`/shells`** (or **`/bashes`**)
-  - **Description:** Toggle the background shells view. This allows you to view
-    and manage long-running processes that you've sent to the background.
-- **`/setup-github`**
-  - **Description:** Set up GitHub Actions to triage issues and review PRs with
-    Gemini.
-
 - [**`/skills`**](./skills.md)
-  - **Description:** Manage Agent Skills, which provide on-demand expertise and
-    specialized workflows.
+  - **Description:** (Experimental) Manage Agent Skills, which provide on-demand
+    expertise and specialized workflows.
   - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`disable <name>`**:
-      - **Description:** Disable a specific skill by name.
-      - **Usage:** `/skills disable <name>`
-    - **`enable <name>`**:
-      - **Description:** Enable a specific skill by name.
-      - **Usage:** `/skills enable <name>`
     - **`list`**:
       - **Description:** List all discovered skills and their current status
         (enabled/disabled).
+    - **`enable`**:
+      - **Description:** Enable a specific skill by name.
+      - **Usage:** `/skills enable <name>`
+    - **`disable`**:
+      - **Description:** Disable a specific skill by name.
+      - **Usage:** `/skills disable <name>`
     - **`reload`**:
       - **Description:** Refresh the list of discovered skills from all tiers
         (workspace, user, and extensions).
@@ -301,14 +222,18 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     cached tokens are being used, which occurs with API key authentication but
     not with OAuth authentication at this time.
 
-- **`/terminal-setup`**
-  - **Description:** Configure terminal keybindings for multiline input (VS
-    Code, Cursor, Windsurf).
-
 - [**`/theme`**](./themes.md)
   - **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the visual theme of
     Gemini CLI.
 
+- **`/auth`**
+  - **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the authentication
+    method.
+
+- **`/about`**
+  - **Description:** Show version info. Please share this information when
+    filing issues.
+
 - [**`/tools`**](../tools/index.md)
   - **Description:** Display a list of tools that are currently available within
     Gemini CLI.
@@ -320,23 +245,37 @@ Slash commands provide meta-level control over the CLI itself.
     - **`nodesc`** or **`nodescriptions`**:
       - **Description:** Hide tool descriptions, showing only the tool names.
 
+- **`/privacy`**
+  - **Description:** Display the Privacy Notice and allow users to select
+    whether they consent to the collection of their data for service improvement
+    purposes.
+
+- **`/quit`** (or **`/exit`**)
+  - **Description:** Exit Gemini CLI.
+
 - **`/vim`**
   - **Description:** Toggle vim mode on or off. When vim mode is enabled, the
     input area supports vim-style navigation and editing commands in both NORMAL
     and INSERT modes.
   - **Features:**
-    - **Count support:** Prefix commands with numbers (e.g., `3h`, `5w`, `10G`)
-    - **Editing commands:** Delete with `x`, change with `c`, insert with `i`,
-      `a`, `o`, `O`; complex operations like `dd`, `cc`, `dw`, `cw`
-    - **INSERT mode:** Standard text input with escape to return to NORMAL mode
     - **NORMAL mode:** Navigate with `h`, `j`, `k`, `l`; jump by words with `w`,
       `b`, `e`; go to line start/end with `0`, `$`, `^`; go to specific lines
       with `G` (or `gg` for first line)
+    - **INSERT mode:** Standard text input with escape to return to NORMAL mode
+    - **Editing commands:** Delete with `x`, change with `c`, insert with `i`,
+      `a`, `o`, `O`; complex operations like `dd`, `cc`, `dw`, `cw`
+    - **Count support:** Prefix commands with numbers (e.g., `3h`, `5w`, `10G`)
+    - **Repeat last command:** Use `.` to repeat the last editing operation
     - **Persistent setting:** Vim mode preference is saved to
       `~/.gemini/settings.json` and restored between sessions
-    - **Repeat last command:** Use `.` to repeat the last editing operation
-    - **Status indicator:** When enabled, shows `[NORMAL]` or `[INSERT]` in the
-      footer
+  - **Status indicator:** When enabled, shows `[NORMAL]` or `[INSERT]` in the
+    footer
+
+- **`/init`**
+  - **Description:** To help users easily create a `GEMINI.md` file, this
+    command analyzes the current directory and generates a tailored context
+    file, making it simpler for them to provide project-specific instructions to
+    the Gemini agent.
 
 ### Custom commands
 
@@ -349,12 +288,12 @@ please see the dedicated [Custom Commands documentation](./custom-commands.md).
 These shortcuts apply directly to the input prompt for text manipulation.
 
 - **Undo:**
-  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Alt+z** or **Cmd+z** to undo the last action
-    in the input prompt.
+  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Ctrl+z** to undo the last action in the input
+    prompt.
 
 - **Redo:**
-  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Shift+Alt+Z** or **Shift+Cmd+Z** to redo the
-    last undone action in the input prompt.
+  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Ctrl+Shift+Z** to redo the last undone action
+    in the input prompt.
 
 ## At commands (`@`)
 

docs/cli/creating-skills.md

@@ -1,80 +0,0 @@
-# Creating Agent Skills
-
-This guide provides an overview of how to create your own Agent Skills to extend
-the capabilities of Gemini CLI.
-
-## Getting started: The `skill-creator` skill
-
-The recommended way to create a new skill is to use the built-in `skill-creator`
-skill. To use it, ask Gemini CLI to create a new skill for you.
-
-**Example prompt:**
-
-> "create a new skill called 'code-reviewer'"
-
-Gemini CLI will then use the `skill-creator` to generate the skill:
-
-1.  Generate a new directory for your skill (e.g., `my-new-skill/`).
-2.  Create a `SKILL.md` file with the necessary YAML frontmatter (`name` and
-    `description`).
-3.  Create the standard resource directories: `scripts/`, `references/`, and
-    `assets/`.
-
-## Manual skill creation
-
-If you prefer to create skills manually:
-
-1.  **Create a directory** for your skill (e.g., `my-new-skill/`).
-2.  **Create a `SKILL.md` file** inside the new directory.
-
-To add additional resources that support the skill, refer to the skill
-structure.
-
-## Skill structure
-
-A skill is a directory containing a `SKILL.md` file at its root.
-
-### Folder structure
-
-While a `SKILL.md` file is the only required component, we recommend the
-following structure for organizing your skill's resources:
-
-```text
-my-skill/
-├── SKILL.md       (Required) Instructions and metadata
-├── scripts/       (Optional) Executable scripts
-├── references/    (Optional) Static documentation
-└── assets/        (Optional) Templates and other resources
-```
-
-### `SKILL.md` file
-
-The `SKILL.md` file is the core of your skill. This file uses YAML frontmatter
-for metadata and Markdown for instructions. For example:
-
-```markdown
----
-name: code-reviewer
-description:
-  Use this skill to review code. It supports both local changes and remote Pull
-  Requests.
----
-
-# Code Reviewer
-
-This skill guides the agent in conducting thorough code reviews.
-
-## Workflow
-
-### 1. Determine Review Target
-
-- **Remote PR**: If the user gives a PR number or URL, target that remote PR.
-- **Local Changes**: If changes are local... ...
-```
-
-- **`name`**: A unique identifier for the skill. This should match the directory
-  name.
-- **`description`**: A description of what the skill does and when Gemini should
-  use it.
-- **Body**: The Markdown body of the file contains the instructions that guide
-  the agent's behavior when the skill is active.

docs/cli/enterprise.md

@@ -203,29 +203,12 @@ with the actual Gemini CLI process, which inherits the environment variable.
 This makes it significantly more difficult for a user to bypass the enforced
 settings.
 
-## User isolation in shared environments
-
-In shared compute environments (like ML experiment runners or shared build
-servers), you can isolate Gemini CLI state by overriding the user's home
-directory.
-
-By default, Gemini CLI stores configuration and history in `~/.gemini`. You can
-use the `GEMINI_CLI_HOME` environment variable to point to a unique directory
-for a specific user or job. The CLI will create a `.gemini` folder inside the
-specified path.
-
-```bash
-# Isolate state for a specific job
-export GEMINI_CLI_HOME="/tmp/gemini-job-123"
-gemini
-```
-
 ## Restricting tool access
 
 You can significantly enhance security by controlling which tools the Gemini
-model can use. This is achieved through the `tools.core` setting and the
-[Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md). For a list of available tools, see
-the [Tools documentation](../tools/index.md).
+model can use. This is achieved through the `tools.core` and `tools.exclude`
+settings. For a list of available tools, see the
+[Tools documentation](../tools/index.md).
 
 ### Allowlisting with `coreTools`
 
@@ -243,10 +226,7 @@ on the approved list.
 }
 ```
 
-### Blocklisting with `excludeTools` (Deprecated)
-
-> **Deprecated:** Use the [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) for more
-> robust control.
+### Blocklisting with `excludeTools`
 
 Alternatively, you can add specific tools that are considered dangerous in your
 environment to a blocklist.

docs/cli/index.md

@@ -23,16 +23,14 @@ overview of Gemini CLI, see the [main documentation page](../index.md).
 
 ## Advanced features
 
-- **[Plan mode (experimental)](./plan-mode.md):** Use a safe, read-only mode for
-  planning complex changes.
 - **[Checkpointing](./checkpointing.md):** Automatically save and restore
   snapshots of your session and files.
 - **[Enterprise configuration](./enterprise.md):** Deploy and manage Gemini CLI
   in an enterprise environment.
 - **[Sandboxing](./sandbox.md):** Isolate tool execution in a secure,
   containerized environment.
-- **[Agent Skills](./skills.md):** Extend the CLI with specialized expertise and
-  procedural workflows.
+- **[Agent Skills](./skills.md):** (Experimental) Extend the CLI with
+  specialized expertise and procedural workflows.
 - **[Telemetry](./telemetry.md):** Configure observability to monitor usage and
   performance.
 - **[Token caching](./token-caching.md):** Optimize API costs by caching tokens.

docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md

@@ -8,12 +8,12 @@ available combinations.
 
 #### Basic Controls
 
-| Action                                                          | Keys                  |
-| --------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------- |
-| Confirm the current selection or choice.                        | `Enter`               |
-| Dismiss dialogs or cancel the current focus.                    | `Esc`<br />`Ctrl + [` |
-| Cancel the current request or quit the CLI when input is empty. | `Ctrl + C`            |
-| Exit the CLI when the input buffer is empty.                    | `Ctrl + D`            |
+| Action                                                          | Keys       |
+| --------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------- |
+| Confirm the current selection or choice.                        | `Enter`    |
+| Dismiss dialogs or cancel the current focus.                    | `Esc`      |
+| Cancel the current request or quit the CLI when input is empty. | `Ctrl + C` |
+| Exit the CLI when the input buffer is empty.                    | `Ctrl + D` |
 
 #### Cursor Movement
 
@@ -23,24 +23,24 @@ available combinations.
 | Move the cursor to the end of the line.     | `Ctrl + E`<br />`End (no Shift, Ctrl)`                       |
 | Move the cursor up one line.                | `Up Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`                        |
 | Move the cursor down one line.              | `Down Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`                      |
-| Move the cursor one character to the left.  | `Left Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`                      |
+| Move the cursor one character to the left.  | `Left Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`<br />`Ctrl + B`      |
 | Move the cursor one character to the right. | `Right Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`<br />`Ctrl + F`     |
 | Move the cursor one word to the left.       | `Ctrl + Left Arrow`<br />`Alt + Left Arrow`<br />`Alt + B`   |
 | Move the cursor one word to the right.      | `Ctrl + Right Arrow`<br />`Alt + Right Arrow`<br />`Alt + F` |
 
 #### Editing
 
-| Action                                           | Keys                                                             |
-| ------------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| Delete from the cursor to the end of the line.   | `Ctrl + K`                                                       |
-| Delete from the cursor to the start of the line. | `Ctrl + U`                                                       |
-| Clear all text in the input field.               | `Ctrl + C`                                                       |
-| Delete the previous word.                        | `Ctrl + Backspace`<br />`Alt + Backspace`<br />`Ctrl + W`        |
-| Delete the next word.                            | `Ctrl + Delete`<br />`Alt + Delete`                              |
-| Delete the character to the left.                | `Backspace`<br />`Ctrl + H`                                      |
-| Delete the character to the right.               | `Delete`<br />`Ctrl + D`                                         |
-| Undo the most recent text edit.                  | `Cmd + Z (no Shift)`<br />`Alt + Z (no Shift)`                   |
-| Redo the most recent undone text edit.           | `Shift + Ctrl + Z`<br />`Shift + Cmd + Z`<br />`Shift + Alt + Z` |
+| Action                                           | Keys                                                      |
+| ------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------- |
+| Delete from the cursor to the end of the line.   | `Ctrl + K`                                                |
+| Delete from the cursor to the start of the line. | `Ctrl + U`                                                |
+| Clear all text in the input field.               | `Ctrl + C`                                                |
+| Delete the previous word.                        | `Ctrl + Backspace`<br />`Alt + Backspace`<br />`Ctrl + W` |
+| Delete the next word.                            | `Ctrl + Delete`<br />`Alt + Delete`                       |
+| Delete the character to the left.                | `Backspace`<br />`Ctrl + H`                               |
+| Delete the character to the right.               | `Delete`<br />`Ctrl + D`                                  |
+| Undo the most recent text edit.                  | `Ctrl + Z (no Shift)`                                     |
+| Redo the most recent undone text edit.           | `Shift + Ctrl + Z`                                        |
 
 #### Scrolling
 
@@ -62,18 +62,15 @@ available combinations.
 | Start reverse search through history.        | `Ctrl + R`            |
 | Submit the selected reverse-search match.    | `Enter (no Ctrl)`     |
 | Accept a suggestion while reverse searching. | `Tab`                 |
-| Browse and rewind previous interactions.     | `Double Esc`          |
 
 #### Navigation
 
-| Action                                             | Keys                                        |
-| -------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
-| Move selection up in lists.                        | `Up Arrow (no Shift)`                       |
-| Move selection down in lists.                      | `Down Arrow (no Shift)`                     |
-| Move up within dialog options.                     | `Up Arrow (no Shift)`<br />`K (no Shift)`   |
-| Move down within dialog options.                   | `Down Arrow (no Shift)`<br />`J (no Shift)` |
-| Move to the next item or question in a dialog.     | `Tab (no Shift)`                            |
-| Move to the previous item or question in a dialog. | `Shift + Tab`                               |
+| Action                           | Keys                                        |
+| -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
+| Move selection up in lists.      | `Up Arrow (no Shift)`                       |
+| Move selection down in lists.    | `Down Arrow (no Shift)`                     |
+| Move up within dialog options.   | `Up Arrow (no Shift)`<br />`K (no Shift)`   |
+| Move down within dialog options. | `Down Arrow (no Shift)`<br />`J (no Shift)` |
 
 #### Suggestions & Completions
 
@@ -96,31 +93,20 @@ available combinations.
 
 #### App Controls
 
-| Action                                                                                                                                     | Keys             |
-| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ---------------- |
-| Toggle detailed error information.                                                                                                         | `F12`            |
-| Toggle the full TODO list.                                                                                                                 | `Ctrl + T`       |
-| Show IDE context details.                                                                                                                  | `Ctrl + G`       |
-| Toggle Markdown rendering.                                                                                                                 | `Alt + M`        |
-| Toggle copy mode when in alternate buffer mode.                                                                                            | `Ctrl + S`       |
-| Toggle YOLO (auto-approval) mode for tool calls.                                                                                           | `Ctrl + Y`       |
-| Cycle through approval modes: default (prompt), auto_edit (auto-approve edits), plan (read-only), and deep_work (iterative; when enabled). | `Shift + Tab`    |
-| Expand and collapse blocks of content when not in alternate buffer mode.                                                                   | `Ctrl + O`       |
-| Expand or collapse a paste placeholder when cursor is over placeholder.                                                                    | `Ctrl + O`       |
-| Toggle current background shell visibility.                                                                                                | `Ctrl + B`       |
-| Toggle background shell list.                                                                                                              | `Ctrl + L`       |
-| Kill the active background shell.                                                                                                          | `Ctrl + K`       |
-| Confirm selection in background shell list.                                                                                                | `Enter`          |
-| Dismiss background shell list.                                                                                                             | `Esc`            |
-| Move focus from background shell to Gemini.                                                                                                | `Shift + Tab`    |
-| Move focus from background shell list to Gemini.                                                                                           | `Tab (no Shift)` |
-| Show warning when trying to move focus away from background shell.                                                                         | `Tab (no Shift)` |
-| Show warning when trying to move focus away from shell input.                                                                              | `Tab (no Shift)` |
-| Move focus from Gemini to the active shell.                                                                                                | `Tab (no Shift)` |
-| Move focus from the shell back to Gemini.                                                                                                  | `Shift + Tab`    |
-| Clear the terminal screen and redraw the UI.                                                                                               | `Ctrl + L`       |
-| Restart the application.                                                                                                                   | `R`              |
-| Suspend the CLI and move it to the background.                                                                                             | `Ctrl + Z`       |
+| Action                                                                                                | Keys             |
+| ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------- |
+| Toggle detailed error information.                                                                    | `F12`            |
+| Toggle the full TODO list.                                                                            | `Ctrl + T`       |
+| Show IDE context details.                                                                             | `Ctrl + G`       |
+| Toggle Markdown rendering.                                                                            | `Alt + M`        |
+| Toggle copy mode when in alternate buffer mode.                                                       | `Ctrl + S`       |
+| Toggle YOLO (auto-approval) mode for tool calls.                                                      | `Ctrl + Y`       |
+| Cycle through approval modes: default (prompt), auto_edit (auto-approve edits), and plan (read-only). | `Shift + Tab`    |
+| Expand a height-constrained response to show additional lines when not in alternate buffer mode.      | `Ctrl + S`       |
+| Focus the shell input from the gemini input.                                                          | `Tab (no Shift)` |
+| Focus the Gemini input from the shell input.                                                          | `Tab`            |
+| Clear the terminal screen and redraw the UI.                                                          | `Ctrl + L`       |
+| Restart the application.                                                                              | `R`              |
 
 <!-- KEYBINDINGS-AUTOGEN:END -->
 
@@ -129,16 +115,6 @@ available combinations.
 - `Option+B/F/M` (macOS only): Are interpreted as `Cmd+B/F/M` even if your
   terminal isn't configured to send Meta with Option.
 - `!` on an empty prompt: Enter or exit shell mode.
-- `?` on an empty prompt: Toggle the shortcuts panel above the input. Press
-  `Esc`, `Backspace`, any printable key, or a registered app hotkey to close it.
-  The panel also auto-hides while the agent is running/streaming or when
-  action-required dialogs are shown. Press `?` again to close the panel and
-  insert a `?` into the prompt.
-- `Tab` + `Tab` (while typing in the prompt): Toggle between minimal and full UI
-  details when no completion/search interaction is active. The selected mode is
-  remembered for future sessions. Full UI remains the default on first run, and
-  single `Tab` keeps its existing completion/focus behavior.
-- `Shift + Tab` (while typing in the prompt): Cycle approval modes.
 - `\` (at end of a line) + `Enter`: Insert a newline without leaving single-line
   mode.
 - `Esc` pressed twice quickly: Clear the input prompt if it is not empty,
@@ -147,7 +123,3 @@ available combinations.
   single-line input, navigate backward or forward through prompt history.
 - `Number keys (1-9, multi-digit)` inside selection dialogs: Jump directly to
   the numbered radio option and confirm when the full number is entered.
-- `Ctrl + O`: Expand or collapse paste placeholders (`[Pasted Text: X lines]`)
-  inline when the cursor is over the placeholder.
-- `Double-click` on a paste placeholder (alternate buffer mode only): Expand to
-  view full content inline. Double-click again to collapse.

docs/cli/plan-mode.md

@@ -1,186 +0,0 @@
-# Plan Mode (experimental)
-
-Plan Mode is a safe, read-only mode for researching and designing complex
-changes. It prevents modifications while you research, design and plan an
-implementation strategy.
-
-> **Note: Plan Mode is currently an experimental feature.**
->
-> Experimental features are subject to change. To use Plan Mode, enable it via
-> `/settings` (search for `Plan`) or add the following to your `settings.json`:
->
-> ```json
-> {
->   "experimental": {
->     "plan": true
->   }
-> }
-> ```
->
-> Your feedback is invaluable as we refine this feature. If you have ideas,
-> suggestions, or encounter issues:
->
-> - Use the `/bug` command within the CLI to file an issue.
-> - [Open an issue](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/issues) on
->   GitHub.
-
-- [Starting in Plan Mode](#starting-in-plan-mode)
-- [How to use Plan Mode](#how-to-use-plan-mode)
-  - [Entering Plan Mode](#entering-plan-mode)
-  - [The Planning Workflow](#the-planning-workflow)
-  - [Exiting Plan Mode](#exiting-plan-mode)
-- [Tool Restrictions](#tool-restrictions)
-  - [Customizing Planning with Skills](#customizing-planning-with-skills)
-  - [Customizing Policies](#customizing-policies)
-
-## Starting in Plan Mode
-
-You can configure Gemini CLI to start directly in Plan Mode by default:
-
-1.  Type `/settings` in the CLI.
-2.  Search for `Default Approval Mode`.
-3.  Set the value to `Plan`.
-
-Other ways to start in Plan Mode:
-
-- **CLI Flag:** `gemini --approval-mode=plan`
-- **Manual Settings:** Manually update your `settings.json`:
-
-  ```json
-  {
-    "general": {
-      "defaultApprovalMode": "plan"
-    }
-  }
-  ```
-
-## How to use Plan Mode
-
-### Entering Plan Mode
-
-You can enter Plan Mode in three ways:
-
-1.  **Keyboard Shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle through approval modes
-    (`Default` -> `Plan` -> `Auto-Edit`).
-2.  **Command:** Type `/plan` in the input box.
-3.  **Natural Language:** Ask the agent to "start a plan for...". The agent will
-    then call the [`enter_plan_mode`] tool to switch modes.
-
-### The Planning Workflow
-
-1.  **Requirements:** The agent clarifies goals using [`ask_user`].
-2.  **Exploration:** The agent uses read-only tools (like [`read_file`]) to map
-    the codebase and validate assumptions.
-3.  **Design:** The agent proposes alternative approaches with a recommended
-    solution for you to choose from.
-4.  **Planning:** A detailed plan is written to a temporary Markdown file.
-5.  **Review:** You review the plan.
-    - **Approve:** Exit Plan Mode and start implementation (switching to
-      Auto-Edit or Default approval mode).
-    - **Iterate:** Provide feedback to refine the plan.
-
-### Exiting Plan Mode
-
-To exit Plan Mode:
-
-1. **Keyboard Shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle to the desired mode.
-2. **Tool:** The agent calls the [`exit_plan_mode`] tool to present the
-   finalized plan for your approval.
-
-## Tool Restrictions
-
-Plan Mode enforces strict safety policies to prevent accidental changes.
-
-These are the only allowed tools:
-
-- **FileSystem (Read):** [`read_file`], [`list_directory`], [`glob`]
-- **Search:** [`grep_search`], [`google_web_search`]
-- **Interaction:** [`ask_user`]
-- **MCP Tools (Read):** Read-only [MCP tools] (e.g., `github_read_issue`,
-  `postgres_read_schema`) are allowed.
-- **Planning (Write):** [`write_file`] and [`replace`] ONLY allowed for `.md`
-  files in the `~/.gemini/tmp/<project>/<session-id>/plans/` directory.
-- **Skills:** [`activate_skill`] (allows loading specialized instructions and
-  resources in a read-only manner)
-
-### Customizing Planning with Skills
-
-You can leverage [Agent Skills](./skills.md) to customize how Gemini CLI
-approaches planning for specific types of tasks. When a skill is activated
-during Plan Mode, its specialized instructions and procedural workflows will
-guide the research and design phases.
-
-For example:
-
-- A **"Database Migration"** skill could ensure the plan includes data safety
-  checks and rollback strategies.
-- A **"Security Audit"** skill could prompt the agent to look for specific
-  vulnerabilities during codebase exploration.
-- A **"Frontend Design"** skill could guide the agent to use specific UI
-  components and accessibility standards in its proposal.
-
-To use a skill in Plan Mode, you can explicitly ask the agent to "use the
-[skill-name] skill to plan..." or the agent may autonomously activate it based
-on the task description.
-
-### Customizing Policies
-
-Plan Mode is designed to be read-only by default to ensure safety during the
-research phase. However, you may occasionally need to allow specific tools to
-assist in your planning.
-
-Because user policies (Tier 2) have a higher base priority than built-in
-policies (Tier 1), you can override Plan Mode's default restrictions by creating
-a rule in your `~/.gemini/policies/` directory.
-
-#### Example: Allow `git status` and `git diff` in Plan Mode
-
-This rule allows you to check the repository status and see changes while in
-Plan Mode.
-
-`~/.gemini/policies/git-research.toml`
-
-```toml
-[[rule]]
-toolName = "run_shell_command"
-commandPrefix = ["git status", "git diff"]
-decision = "allow"
-priority = 100
-modes = ["plan"]
-```
-
-#### Example: Enable research sub-agents in Plan Mode
-
-You can enable [experimental research sub-agents] like `codebase_investigator`
-to help gather architecture details during the planning phase.
-
-`~/.gemini/policies/research-subagents.toml`
-
-```toml
-[[rule]]
-toolName = "codebase_investigator"
-decision = "allow"
-priority = 100
-modes = ["plan"]
-```
-
-Tell the agent it can use these tools in your prompt, for example: _"You can
-check ongoing changes in git."_
-
-For more information on how the policy engine works, see the [Policy Engine
-Guide].
-
-[`list_directory`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#1-list_directory-readfolder
-[`read_file`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#2-read_file-readfile
-[`grep_search`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#5-grep_search-searchtext
-[`write_file`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#3-write_file-writefile
-[`glob`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#4-glob-findfiles
-[`google_web_search`]: /docs/tools/web-search.md
-[`replace`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#6-replace-edit
-[MCP tools]: /docs/tools/mcp-server.md
-[`activate_skill`]: /docs/cli/skills.md
-[experimental research sub-agents]: /docs/core/subagents.md
-[Policy Engine Guide]: /docs/core/policy-engine.md
-[`enter_plan_mode`]: /docs/tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode
-[`exit_plan_mode`]: /docs/tools/planning.md#2-exit_plan_mode-exitplanmode
-[`ask_user`]: /docs/tools/ask-user.md

docs/cli/rewind.md

@@ -1,51 +0,0 @@
-# Rewind
-
-The `/rewind` command allows you to go back to a previous state in your
-conversation and, optionally, revert any file changes made by the AI during
-those interactions. This is a powerful tool for undoing mistakes, exploring
-different approaches, or simply cleaning up your session history.
-
-## Usage
-
-To use the rewind feature, simply type `/rewind` into the input prompt and press
-**Enter**.
-
-Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: **Press `Esc` twice**.
-
-## Interface
-
-When you trigger a rewind, an interactive list of your previous interactions
-appears.
-
-1.  **Select Interaction:** Use the **Up/Down arrow keys** to navigate through
-    the list. The most recent interactions are at the bottom.
-2.  **Preview:** As you select an interaction, you'll see a preview of the user
-    prompt and, if applicable, the number of files changed during that step.
-3.  **Confirm Selection:** Press **Enter** on the interaction you want to rewind
-    back to.
-4.  **Action Selection:** After selecting an interaction, you'll be presented
-    with a confirmation dialog with up to three options:
-    - **Rewind conversation and revert code changes:** Reverts both the chat
-      history and the file modifications to the state before the selected
-      interaction.
-    - **Rewind conversation:** Only reverts the chat history. File changes are
-      kept.
-    - **Revert code changes:** Only reverts the file modifications. The chat
-      history is kept.
-    - **Do nothing (esc):** Cancels the rewind operation.
-
-If no code changes were made since the selected point, the options related to
-reverting code changes will be hidden.
-
-## Key Considerations
-
-- **Destructive Action:** Rewinding is a destructive action for your current
-  session history and potentially your files. Use it with care.
-- **Agent Awareness:** When you rewind the conversation, the AI model loses all
-  memory of the interactions that were removed. If you only revert code changes,
-  you may need to inform the model that the files have changed.
-- **Manual Edits:** Rewinding only affects file changes made by the AI's edit
-  tools. It does **not** undo manual edits you've made or changes triggered by
-  the shell tool (`!`).
-- **Compression:** Rewind works across chat compression points by reconstructing
-  the history from stored session data.

docs/cli/sandbox.md

@@ -82,11 +82,10 @@ gemini -p "run the test suite"
 Built-in profiles (set via `SEATBELT_PROFILE` env var):
 
 - `permissive-open` (default): Write restrictions, network allowed
+- `permissive-closed`: Write restrictions, no network
 - `permissive-proxied`: Write restrictions, network via proxy
 - `restrictive-open`: Strict restrictions, network allowed
-- `restrictive-proxied`: Strict restrictions, network via proxy
-- `strict-open`: Read and write restrictions, network allowed
-- `strict-proxied`: Read and write restrictions, network via proxy
+- `restrictive-closed`: Maximum restrictions
 
 ### Custom sandbox flags
 

docs/cli/settings.md

@@ -22,14 +22,14 @@ they appear in the UI.
 
 ### General
 
-| UI Label                 | Setting                            | Description                                                                                                                                                                                                             | Default     |
-| ------------------------ | ---------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------- |
-| Vim Mode                 | `general.vimMode`                  | Enable Vim keybindings                                                                                                                                                                                                  | `false`     |
-| Default Approval Mode    | `general.defaultApprovalMode`      | The default approval mode for tool execution. 'default' prompts for approval, 'auto_edit' auto-approves edit tools, 'plan' is read-only mode, and 'deep_work' is iterative execution mode. 'yolo' is not supported yet. | `"default"` |
-| Enable Auto Update       | `general.enableAutoUpdate`         | Enable automatic updates.                                                                                                                                                                                               | `true`      |
-| Enable Prompt Completion | `general.enablePromptCompletion`   | Enable AI-powered prompt completion suggestions while typing.                                                                                                                                                           | `false`     |
-| Debug Keystroke Logging  | `general.debugKeystrokeLogging`    | Enable debug logging of keystrokes to the console.                                                                                                                                                                      | `false`     |
-| Enable Session Cleanup   | `general.sessionRetention.enabled` | Enable automatic session cleanup                                                                                                                                                                                        | `false`     |
+| UI Label                        | Setting                            | Description                                                   | Default |
+| ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| Preview Features (e.g., models) | `general.previewFeatures`          | Enable preview features (e.g., preview models).               | `false` |
+| Vim Mode                        | `general.vimMode`                  | Enable Vim keybindings                                        | `false` |
+| Enable Auto Update              | `general.enableAutoUpdate`         | Enable automatic updates.                                     | `true`  |
+| Enable Prompt Completion        | `general.enablePromptCompletion`   | Enable AI-powered prompt completion suggestions while typing. | `false` |
+| Debug Keystroke Logging         | `general.debugKeystrokeLogging`    | Enable debug logging of keystrokes to the console.            | `false` |
+| Enable Session Cleanup          | `general.sessionRetention.enabled` | Enable automatic session cleanup                              | `false` |
 
 ### Output
 
@@ -39,35 +39,29 @@ they appear in the UI.
 
 ### UI
 
-| UI Label                             | Setting                                 | Description                                                                                                                                                       | Default |
-| ------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Auto Theme Switching                 | `ui.autoThemeSwitching`                 | Automatically switch between default light and dark themes based on terminal background color.                                                                    | `true`  |
-| Terminal Background Polling Interval | `ui.terminalBackgroundPollingInterval`  | Interval in seconds to poll the terminal background color.                                                                                                        | `60`    |
-| Hide Window Title                    | `ui.hideWindowTitle`                    | Hide the window title bar                                                                                                                                         | `false` |
-| Inline Thinking                      | `ui.inlineThinkingMode`                 | Display model thinking inline: off or full.                                                                                                                       | `"off"` |
-| Show Thoughts in Title               | `ui.showStatusInTitle`                  | Show Gemini CLI model thoughts in the terminal window title during the working phase                                                                              | `false` |
-| Dynamic Window Title                 | `ui.dynamicWindowTitle`                 | Update the terminal window title with current status icons (Ready: ◇, Action Required: ✋, Working: ✦)                                                            | `true`  |
-| Show Home Directory Warning          | `ui.showHomeDirectoryWarning`           | Show a warning when running Gemini CLI in the home directory.                                                                                                     | `true`  |
-| Hide Tips                            | `ui.hideTips`                           | Hide helpful tips in the UI                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
-| Show Shortcuts Hint                  | `ui.showShortcutsHint`                  | Show the "? for shortcuts" hint above the input.                                                                                                                  | `true`  |
-| Hide Banner                          | `ui.hideBanner`                         | Hide the application banner                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
-| Hide Context Summary                 | `ui.hideContextSummary`                 | Hide the context summary (GEMINI.md, MCP servers) above the input.                                                                                                | `false` |
-| Hide CWD                             | `ui.footer.hideCWD`                     | Hide the current working directory path in the footer.                                                                                                            | `false` |
-| Hide Sandbox Status                  | `ui.footer.hideSandboxStatus`           | Hide the sandbox status indicator in the footer.                                                                                                                  | `false` |
-| Hide Model Info                      | `ui.footer.hideModelInfo`               | Hide the model name and context usage in the footer.                                                                                                              | `false` |
-| Hide Context Window Percentage       | `ui.footer.hideContextPercentage`       | Hides the context window remaining percentage.                                                                                                                    | `true`  |
-| Hide Footer                          | `ui.hideFooter`                         | Hide the footer from the UI                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
-| Show Memory Usage                    | `ui.showMemoryUsage`                    | Display memory usage information in the UI                                                                                                                        | `false` |
-| Show Line Numbers                    | `ui.showLineNumbers`                    | Show line numbers in the chat.                                                                                                                                    | `true`  |
-| Show Citations                       | `ui.showCitations`                      | Show citations for generated text in the chat.                                                                                                                    | `false` |
-| Show Model Info In Chat              | `ui.showModelInfoInChat`                | Show the model name in the chat for each model turn.                                                                                                              | `false` |
-| Show User Identity                   | `ui.showUserIdentity`                   | Show the logged-in user's identity (e.g. email) in the UI.                                                                                                        | `true`  |
-| Use Alternate Screen Buffer          | `ui.useAlternateBuffer`                 | Use an alternate screen buffer for the UI, preserving shell history.                                                                                              | `false` |
-| Use Background Color                 | `ui.useBackgroundColor`                 | Whether to use background colors in the UI.                                                                                                                       | `true`  |
-| Incremental Rendering                | `ui.incrementalRendering`               | Enable incremental rendering for the UI. This option will reduce flickering but may cause rendering artifacts. Only supported when useAlternateBuffer is enabled. | `true`  |
-| Show Spinner                         | `ui.showSpinner`                        | Show the spinner during operations.                                                                                                                               | `true`  |
-| Enable Loading Phrases               | `ui.accessibility.enableLoadingPhrases` | Enable loading phrases during operations.                                                                                                                         | `true`  |
-| Screen Reader Mode                   | `ui.accessibility.screenReader`         | Render output in plain-text to be more screen reader accessible                                                                                                   | `false` |
+| UI Label                       | Setting                                 | Description                                                                                                                                                       | Default |
+| ------------------------------ | --------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| Hide Window Title              | `ui.hideWindowTitle`                    | Hide the window title bar                                                                                                                                         | `false` |
+| Show Thoughts in Title         | `ui.showStatusInTitle`                  | Show Gemini CLI model thoughts in the terminal window title during the working phase                                                                              | `false` |
+| Dynamic Window Title           | `ui.dynamicWindowTitle`                 | Update the terminal window title with current status icons (Ready: ◇, Action Required: ✋, Working: ✦)                                                            | `true`  |
+| Show Home Directory Warning    | `ui.showHomeDirectoryWarning`           | Show a warning when running Gemini CLI in the home directory.                                                                                                     | `true`  |
+| Hide Tips                      | `ui.hideTips`                           | Hide helpful tips in the UI                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
+| Hide Banner                    | `ui.hideBanner`                         | Hide the application banner                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
+| Hide Context Summary           | `ui.hideContextSummary`                 | Hide the context summary (GEMINI.md, MCP servers) above the input.                                                                                                | `false` |
+| Hide CWD                       | `ui.footer.hideCWD`                     | Hide the current working directory path in the footer.                                                                                                            | `false` |
+| Hide Sandbox Status            | `ui.footer.hideSandboxStatus`           | Hide the sandbox status indicator in the footer.                                                                                                                  | `false` |
+| Hide Model Info                | `ui.footer.hideModelInfo`               | Hide the model name and context usage in the footer.                                                                                                              | `false` |
+| Hide Context Window Percentage | `ui.footer.hideContextPercentage`       | Hides the context window remaining percentage.                                                                                                                    | `true`  |
+| Hide Footer                    | `ui.hideFooter`                         | Hide the footer from the UI                                                                                                                                       | `false` |
+| Show Memory Usage              | `ui.showMemoryUsage`                    | Display memory usage information in the UI                                                                                                                        | `false` |
+| Show Line Numbers              | `ui.showLineNumbers`                    | Show line numbers in the chat.                                                                                                                                    | `true`  |
+| Show Citations                 | `ui.showCitations`                      | Show citations for generated text in the chat.                                                                                                                    | `false` |
+| Show Model Info In Chat        | `ui.showModelInfoInChat`                | Show the model name in the chat for each model turn.                                                                                                              | `false` |
+| Use Full Width                 | `ui.useFullWidth`                       | Use the entire width of the terminal for output.                                                                                                                  | `true`  |
+| Use Alternate Screen Buffer    | `ui.useAlternateBuffer`                 | Use an alternate screen buffer for the UI, preserving shell history.                                                                                              | `false` |
+| Incremental Rendering          | `ui.incrementalRendering`               | Enable incremental rendering for the UI. This option will reduce flickering but may cause rendering artifacts. Only supported when useAlternateBuffer is enabled. | `true`  |
+| Enable Loading Phrases         | `ui.accessibility.enableLoadingPhrases` | Enable loading phrases during operations.                                                                                                                         | `true`  |
+| Screen Reader Mode             | `ui.accessibility.screenReader`         | Render output in plain-text to be more screen reader accessible                                                                                                   | `false` |
 
 ### IDE
 
@@ -81,68 +75,57 @@ they appear in the UI.
 | ----------------------- | ---------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
 | Max Session Turns       | `model.maxSessionTurns`      | Maximum number of user/model/tool turns to keep in a session. -1 means unlimited.      | `-1`    |
 | Compression Threshold   | `model.compressionThreshold` | The fraction of context usage at which to trigger context compression (e.g. 0.2, 0.3). | `0.5`   |
-| Disable Loop Detection  | `model.disableLoopDetection` | Disable automatic detection and prevention of infinite loops.                          | `false` |
 | Skip Next Speaker Check | `model.skipNextSpeakerCheck` | Skip the next speaker check.                                                           | `true`  |
 
 ### Context
 
-| UI Label                             | Setting                                           | Description                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 | Default |
-| ------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Memory Discovery Max Dirs            | `context.discoveryMaxDirs`                        | Maximum number of directories to search for memory.                                                                                                                                                                                         | `200`   |
-| Load Memory From Include Directories | `context.loadMemoryFromIncludeDirectories`        | Controls how /memory refresh loads GEMINI.md files. When true, include directories are scanned; when false, only the current directory is used.                                                                                             | `false` |
-| Respect .gitignore                   | `context.fileFiltering.respectGitIgnore`          | Respect .gitignore files when searching.                                                                                                                                                                                                    | `true`  |
-| Respect .geminiignore                | `context.fileFiltering.respectGeminiIgnore`       | Respect .geminiignore files when searching.                                                                                                                                                                                                 | `true`  |
-| Enable Recursive File Search         | `context.fileFiltering.enableRecursiveFileSearch` | Enable recursive file search functionality when completing @ references in the prompt.                                                                                                                                                      | `true`  |
-| Enable Fuzzy Search                  | `context.fileFiltering.enableFuzzySearch`         | Enable fuzzy search when searching for files.                                                                                                                                                                                               | `true`  |
-| Custom Ignore File Paths             | `context.fileFiltering.customIgnoreFilePaths`     | Additional ignore file paths to respect. These files take precedence over .geminiignore and .gitignore. Files earlier in the array take precedence over files later in the array, e.g. the first file takes precedence over the second one. | `[]`    |
+| UI Label                             | Setting                                           | Description                                                                                                                                     | Default |
+| ------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| Memory Discovery Max Dirs            | `context.discoveryMaxDirs`                        | Maximum number of directories to search for memory.                                                                                             | `200`   |
+| Load Memory From Include Directories | `context.loadMemoryFromIncludeDirectories`        | Controls how /memory refresh loads GEMINI.md files. When true, include directories are scanned; when false, only the current directory is used. | `false` |
+| Respect .gitignore                   | `context.fileFiltering.respectGitIgnore`          | Respect .gitignore files when searching.                                                                                                        | `true`  |
+| Respect .geminiignore                | `context.fileFiltering.respectGeminiIgnore`       | Respect .geminiignore files when searching.                                                                                                     | `true`  |
+| Enable Recursive File Search         | `context.fileFiltering.enableRecursiveFileSearch` | Enable recursive file search functionality when completing @ references in the prompt.                                                          | `true`  |
+| Enable Fuzzy Search                  | `context.fileFiltering.enableFuzzySearch`         | Enable fuzzy search when searching for files.                                                                                                   | `true`  |
 
 ### Tools
 
-| UI Label                         | Setting                              | Description                                                                                                                                                                | Default |
-| -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Enable Interactive Shell         | `tools.shell.enableInteractiveShell` | Use node-pty for an interactive shell experience. Fallback to child_process still applies.                                                                                 | `true`  |
-| Show Color                       | `tools.shell.showColor`              | Show color in shell output.                                                                                                                                                | `false` |
-| Use Ripgrep                      | `tools.useRipgrep`                   | Use ripgrep for file content search instead of the fallback implementation. Provides faster search performance.                                                            | `true`  |
-| Tool Output Truncation Threshold | `tools.truncateToolOutputThreshold`  | Maximum characters to show when truncating large tool outputs. Set to 0 or negative to disable truncation.                                                                 | `40000` |
-| Disable LLM Correction           | `tools.disableLLMCorrection`         | Disable LLM-based error correction for edit tools. When enabled, tools will fail immediately if exact string matches are not found, instead of attempting to self-correct. | `true`  |
+| UI Label                         | Setting                              | Description                                                                                                                                                                | Default   |
+| -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------- |
+| Enable Interactive Shell         | `tools.shell.enableInteractiveShell` | Use node-pty for an interactive shell experience. Fallback to child_process still applies.                                                                                 | `true`    |
+| Show Color                       | `tools.shell.showColor`              | Show color in shell output.                                                                                                                                                | `false`   |
+| Auto Accept                      | `tools.autoAccept`                   | Automatically accept and execute tool calls that are considered safe (e.g., read-only operations).                                                                         | `false`   |
+| Use Ripgrep                      | `tools.useRipgrep`                   | Use ripgrep for file content search instead of the fallback implementation. Provides faster search performance.                                                            | `true`    |
+| Enable Tool Output Truncation    | `tools.enableToolOutputTruncation`   | Enable truncation of large tool outputs.                                                                                                                                   | `true`    |
+| Tool Output Truncation Threshold | `tools.truncateToolOutputThreshold`  | Truncate tool output if it is larger than this many characters. Set to -1 to disable.                                                                                      | `4000000` |
+| Tool Output Truncation Lines     | `tools.truncateToolOutputLines`      | The number of lines to keep when truncating tool output.                                                                                                                   | `1000`    |
+| Disable LLM Correction           | `tools.disableLLMCorrection`         | Disable LLM-based error correction for edit tools. When enabled, tools will fail immediately if exact string matches are not found, instead of attempting to self-correct. | `true`    |
 
 ### Security
 
-| UI Label                              | Setting                                         | Description                                                                                                                                                             | Default |
-| ------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Disable YOLO Mode                     | `security.disableYoloMode`                      | Disable YOLO mode, even if enabled by a flag.                                                                                                                           | `false` |
-| Allow Permanent Tool Approval         | `security.enablePermanentToolApproval`          | Enable the "Allow for all future sessions" option in tool confirmation dialogs.                                                                                         | `false` |
-| Blocks extensions from Git            | `security.blockGitExtensions`                   | Blocks installing and loading extensions from Git.                                                                                                                      | `false` |
-| Extension Source Regex Allowlist      | `security.allowedExtensions`                    | List of Regex patterns for allowed extensions. If nonempty, only extensions that match the patterns in this list are allowed. Overrides the blockGitExtensions setting. | `[]`    |
-| Folder Trust                          | `security.folderTrust.enabled`                  | Setting to track whether Folder trust is enabled.                                                                                                                       | `true`  |
-| Enable Environment Variable Redaction | `security.environmentVariableRedaction.enabled` | Enable redaction of environment variables that may contain secrets.                                                                                                     | `false` |
-
-### Advanced
-
-| UI Label                          | Setting                        | Description                                   | Default |
-| --------------------------------- | ------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Auto Configure Max Old Space Size | `advanced.autoConfigureMemory` | Automatically configure Node.js memory limits | `false` |
+| UI Label                              | Setting                                         | Description                                                                     | Default |
+| ------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| Disable YOLO Mode                     | `security.disableYoloMode`                      | Disable YOLO mode, even if enabled by a flag.                                   | `false` |
+| Allow Permanent Tool Approval         | `security.enablePermanentToolApproval`          | Enable the "Allow for all future sessions" option in tool confirmation dialogs. | `false` |
+| Blocks extensions from Git            | `security.blockGitExtensions`                   | Blocks installing and loading extensions from Git.                              | `false` |
+| Folder Trust                          | `security.folderTrust.enabled`                  | Setting to track whether Folder trust is enabled.                               | `false` |
+| Enable Environment Variable Redaction | `security.environmentVariableRedaction.enabled` | Enable redaction of environment variables that may contain secrets.             | `false` |
 
 ### Experimental
 
-| UI Label                   | Setting                                  | Description                                                                         | Default |
-| -------------------------- | ---------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Enable Tool Output Masking | `experimental.toolOutputMasking.enabled` | Enables tool output masking to save tokens.                                         | `true`  |
-| Use OSC 52 Paste           | `experimental.useOSC52Paste`             | Use OSC 52 sequence for pasting instead of clipboardy (useful for remote sessions). | `false` |
-| Plan                       | `experimental.plan`                      | Enable planning features (Plan Mode and tools).                                     | `false` |
-| Deep Work                  | `experimental.deepWork`                  | Enable Deep Work mode (iterative execution mode and tools).                         | `false` |
-
-### Skills
-
-| UI Label            | Setting          | Description          | Default |
-| ------------------- | ---------------- | -------------------- | ------- |
-| Enable Agent Skills | `skills.enabled` | Enable Agent Skills. | `true`  |
+| UI Label                            | Setting                                                 | Description                                                                         | Default |
+| ----------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| Agent Skills                        | `experimental.skills`                                   | Enable Agent Skills (experimental).                                                 | `false` |
+| Enable Codebase Investigator        | `experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.enabled`     | Enable the Codebase Investigator agent.                                             | `true`  |
+| Codebase Investigator Max Num Turns | `experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.maxNumTurns` | Maximum number of turns for the Codebase Investigator agent.                        | `10`    |
+| Use OSC 52 Paste                    | `experimental.useOSC52Paste`                            | Use OSC 52 sequence for pasting instead of clipboardy (useful for remote sessions). | `false` |
+| Enable CLI Help Agent               | `experimental.cliHelpAgentSettings.enabled`             | Enable the CLI Help Agent.                                                          | `true`  |
+| Plan                                | `experimental.plan`                                     | Enable planning features (Plan Mode and tools).                                     | `false` |
 
 ### HooksConfig
 
-| UI Label           | Setting                     | Description                                                                      | Default |
-| ------------------ | --------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| Enable Hooks       | `hooksConfig.enabled`       | Canonical toggle for the hooks system. When disabled, no hooks will be executed. | `true`  |
-| Hook Notifications | `hooksConfig.notifications` | Show visual indicators when hooks are executing.                                 | `true`  |
+| UI Label           | Setting                     | Description                                      | Default |
+| ------------------ | --------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | ------- |
+| Hook Notifications | `hooksConfig.notifications` | Show visual indicators when hooks are executing. | `true`  |
 
 <!-- SETTINGS-AUTOGEN:END -->

docs/cli/skills.md

@@ -1,5 +1,9 @@
 # Agent Skills
 
+_Note: This is an experimental feature enabled via `experimental.skills`. You
+can also search for "Skills" within the `/settings` interactive UI to toggle
+this and manage other skill-related settings._
+
 Agent Skills allow you to extend Gemini CLI with specialized expertise,
 procedural workflows, and task-specific resources. Based on the
 [Agent Skills](https://agentskills.io) open standard, a "skill" is a
@@ -52,7 +56,6 @@ locations override lower ones: **Workspace > User > Extension**.
 Use the `/skills` slash command to view and manage available expertise:
 
 - `/skills list` (default): Shows all discovered skills and their status.
-- `/skills link <path>`: Links agent skills from a local directory via symlink.
 - `/skills disable <name>`: Prevents a specific skill from being used.
 - `/skills enable <name>`: Re-enables a disabled skill.
 - `/skills reload`: Refreshes the list of discovered skills from all tiers.
@@ -68,13 +71,6 @@ The `gemini skills` command provides management utilities:
 # List all discovered skills
 gemini skills list
 
-# Link agent skills from a local directory via symlink
-# Discovers skills (SKILL.md or */SKILL.md) and creates symlinks in ~/.gemini/skills (user)
-gemini skills link /path/to/my-skills-repo
-
-# Link to the workspace scope (.gemini/skills)
-gemini skills link /path/to/my-skills-repo --scope workspace
-
 # Install a skill from a Git repository, local directory, or zipped skill file (.skill)
 # Uses the user scope by default (~/.gemini/skills)
 gemini skills install https://github.com/user/repo.git
@@ -97,7 +93,84 @@ gemini skills enable my-expertise
 gemini skills disable my-expertise --scope workspace
 ```
 
-## How it Works
+## Creating a Skill
+
+A skill is a directory containing a `SKILL.md` file at its root. This file uses
+YAML frontmatter for metadata and Markdown for instructions.
+
+### Folder Structure
+
+Skills are self-contained directories. At a minimum, a skill requires a
+`SKILL.md` file, but can include other resources:
+
+```text
+my-skill/
+├── SKILL.md       (Required) Instructions and metadata
+├── scripts/       (Optional) Executable scripts/tools
+├── references/    (Optional) Static documentation and examples
+└── assets/        (Optional) Templates and binary resources
+```
+
+### Basic Structure (SKILL.md)
+
+```markdown
+---
+name: <unique-name>
+description: <what the skill does and when Gemini should use it>
+---
+
+<your instructions for how the agent should behave / use the skill>
+```
+
+- **`name`**: A unique identifier (lowercase, alphanumeric, and dashes).
+- **`description`**: The most critical field. Gemini uses this to decide when
+  the skill is relevant. Be specific about the expertise provided.
+- **Body**: Everything below the second `---` is injected as expert procedural
+  guidance for the model.
+
+### Example: Team Code Reviewer
+
+Create `~/.gemini/skills/code-reviewer/SKILL.md`:
+
+```markdown
+---
+name: code-reviewer
+description:
+  Expertise in reviewing code for style, security, and performance. Use when the
+  user asks for "feedback," a "review," or to "check" their changes.
+---
+
+# Code Reviewer
+
+You are an expert code reviewer. When reviewing code, follow this workflow:
+
+1.  **Analyze**: Review the staged changes or specific files provided. Ensure
+    that the changes are scoped properly and represent minimal changes required
+    to address the issue.
+2.  **Style**: Ensure code follows the workspace's conventions and idiomatic
+    patterns as described in the `GEMINI.md` file.
+3.  **Security**: Flag any potential security vulnerabilities.
+4.  **Tests**: Verify that new logic has corresponding test coverage and that
+    the test coverage adequately validates the changes.
+
+Provide your feedback as a concise bulleted list of "Strengths" and
+"Opportunities."
+```
+
+### Resource Conventions
+
+While you can structure your skill directory however you like, the Agent Skills
+standard encourages these conventions:
+
+- **`scripts/`**: Executable scripts (bash, python, node) the agent can run.
+- **`references/`**: Static documentation, schemas, or example data for the
+  agent to consult.
+- **`assets/`**: Code templates, boilerplate, or binary resources.
+
+When a skill is activated, Gemini CLI provides the model with a tree view of the
+entire skill directory, allowing it to discover and utilize these assets.
+
+## How it Works (Security & Privacy)
 
 1.  **Discovery**: At the start of a session, Gemini CLI scans the discovery
     tiers and injects the name and description of all enabled skills into the
@@ -113,15 +186,3 @@ gemini skills disable my-expertise --scope workspace
       it permission to read any bundled assets.
 5.  **Execution**: The model proceeds with the specialized expertise active. It
     is instructed to prioritize the skill's procedural guidance within reason.
-
-### Skill activation
-
-Once a skill is activated (typically by Gemini identifying a task that matches
-the skill's description and your approval), its specialized instructions and
-resources are loaded into the agent's context. A skill remains active and its
-guidance is prioritized for the duration of the session.
-
-## Creating your own skills
-
-To create your own skills, see the [Create Agent Skills](./creating-skills.md)
-guide.

docs/cli/telemetry.md

@@ -275,9 +275,9 @@ For local development and debugging, you can capture telemetry data locally:
 The following section describes the structure of logs and metrics generated for
 Gemini CLI.
 
-The `session.id`, `installation.id`, `active_approval_mode`, and `user.email`
-(available only when authenticated with a Google account) are included as common
-attributes on all logs and metrics.
+The `session.id`, `installation.id`, and `user.email` (available only when
+authenticated with a Google account) are included as common attributes on all
+logs and metrics.
 
 ### Logs
 
@@ -320,8 +320,6 @@ Captures startup configuration and user prompt submissions.
 
 Tracks changes and duration of approval modes.
 
-##### Lifecycle
-
 - `approval_mode_switch`: Approval mode was changed.
   - **Attributes**:
     - `from_mode` (string)
@@ -332,15 +330,6 @@ Tracks changes and duration of approval modes.
     - `mode` (string)
     - `duration_ms` (int)
 
-##### Execution
-
-These events track the execution of an approval mode, such as Plan Mode.
-
-- `plan_execution`: A plan was executed and the session switched from plan mode
-  to active execution.
-  - **Attributes**:
-    - `approval_mode` (string)
-
 #### Tools
 
 Captures tool executions, output truncation, and Edit behavior.
@@ -360,21 +349,7 @@ Captures tool executions, output truncation, and Edit behavior.
     - `extension_name` (string, if applicable)
     - `extension_id` (string, if applicable)
     - `content_length` (int, if applicable)
-    - `metadata` (if applicable), which includes for the `AskUser` tool:
-      - `ask_user` (object):
-        - `question_types` (array of strings)
-        - `ask_user_dismissed` (boolean)
-        - `ask_user_empty_submission` (boolean)
-        - `ask_user_answer_count` (number)
-      - `diffStat` (if applicable), which includes:
-        - `model_added_lines` (number)
-        - `model_removed_lines` (number)
-        - `model_added_chars` (number)
-        - `model_removed_chars` (number)
-        - `user_added_lines` (number)
-        - `user_removed_lines` (number)
-        - `user_added_chars` (number)
-        - `user_removed_chars` (number)
+    - `metadata` (if applicable)
 
 - `gemini_cli.tool_output_truncated`: Output of a tool call was truncated.
   - **Attributes**:
@@ -735,17 +710,6 @@ Agent lifecycle metrics: runs, durations, and turns.
   - **Attributes**:
     - `agent_name` (string)
 
-##### Approval Mode
-
-###### Execution
-
-These metrics track the adoption and usage of specific approval workflows, such
-as Plan Mode.
-
-- `gemini_cli.plan.execution.count` (Counter, Int): Counts plan executions.
-  - **Attributes**:
-    - `approval_mode` (string)
-
 ##### UI
 
 UI stability signals such as flicker count.

docs/cli/tutorials/skills-getting-started.md

@@ -1,10 +1,37 @@
 # Getting Started with Agent Skills
 
 Agent Skills allow you to extend Gemini CLI with specialized expertise. This
-tutorial will guide you through creating your first skill and using it in a
-session.
+tutorial will guide you through creating your first skill, enabling it, and
+using it in a session.
 
-## 1. Create your first skill
+## 1. Enable Agent Skills
+
+Agent Skills are currently an experimental feature and must be enabled in your
+settings.
+
+### Via the interactive UI
+
+1.  Start a Gemini CLI session by running `gemini`.
+2.  Type `/settings` to open the interactive settings dialog.
+3.  Search for "Skills".
+4.  Toggle **Agent Skills** to `true`.
+5.  Press `Esc` to save and exit. You may need to restart the CLI for the
+    changes to take effect.
+
+### Via `settings.json`
+
+Alternatively, you can manually edit your global settings file at
+`~/.gemini/settings.json` (create it if it doesn't exist):
+
+```json
+{
+  "experimental": {
+    "skills": true
+  }
+}
+```
+
+## 2. Create Your First Skill
 
 A skill is a directory containing a `SKILL.md` file. Let's create an **API
 Auditor** skill that helps you verify if local or remote endpoints are
@@ -59,7 +86,7 @@ responding correctly.
       .catch((e) => console.error(`Result: Failed (${e.message})`));
     ```
 
-## 2. Verify the skill is discovered
+## 3. Verify the Skill is Discovered
 
 Use the `/skills` slash command (or `gemini skills list` from your terminal) to
 see if Gemini CLI has found your new skill.
@@ -72,7 +99,7 @@ In a Gemini CLI session:
 
 You should see `api-auditor` in the list of available skills.
 
-## 3. Use the skill in a chat
+## 4. Use the Skill in a Chat
 
 Now, let's see the skill in action. Start a new session and ask a question about
 an endpoint.

docs/cli/uninstall.md

@@ -45,21 +45,3 @@ npm uninstall -g @google/gemini-cli
 ```
 
 This command completely removes the package from your system.
-
-## Method 3: Homebrew
-
-If you installed the CLI globally using Homebrew (e.g.,
-`brew install gemini-cli`), use the `brew uninstall` command to remove it.
-
-```bash
-brew uninstall gemini-cli
-```
-
-## Method 4: MacPorts
-
-If you installed the CLI globally using MacPorts (e.g.,
-`sudo port install gemini-cli`), use the `port uninstall` command to remove it.
-
-```bash
-sudo port uninstall gemini-cli
-```

docs/core/index.md

@@ -7,8 +7,6 @@ requests sent from `packages/cli`. For a general overview of Gemini CLI, see the
 
 ## Navigating this section
 
-- **[Sub-agents (experimental)](./subagents.md):** Learn how to create and use
-  specialized sub-agents for complex tasks.
 - **[Core tools API](./tools-api.md):** Information on how tools are defined,
   registered, and used by the core.
 - **[Memory Import Processor](./memport.md):** Documentation for the modular

docs/core/policy-engine.md

@@ -119,17 +119,9 @@ For example:
 
 Approval modes allow the policy engine to apply different sets of rules based on
 the CLI's operational mode. A rule can be associated with one or more modes
-(e.g., `yolo`, `autoEdit`, `plan`). The rule will only be active if the CLI is
-running in one of its specified modes. If a rule has no modes specified, it is
-always active.
-
-- `default`: The standard interactive mode where most write tools require
-  confirmation.
-- `autoEdit`: Optimized for automated code editing; some write tools may be
-  auto-approved.
-- `plan`: A strict, read-only mode for research and design. See [Customizing
-  Plan Mode Policies].
-- `yolo`: A mode where all tools are auto-approved (use with extreme caution).
+(e.g., `yolo`, `autoEdit`). The rule will only be active if the CLI is running
+in one of its specified modes. If a rule has no modes specified, it is always
+active.
 
 ## Rule matching
 
@@ -154,38 +146,6 @@ A rule matches a tool call if all of its conditions are met:
 Policies are defined in `.toml` files. The CLI loads these files from Default,
 User, and (if configured) Admin directories.
 
-### Policy locations
-
-| Tier      | Type   | Location                    |
-| :-------- | :----- | :-------------------------- |
-| **User**  | Custom | `~/.gemini/policies/*.toml` |
-| **Admin** | System | _See below (OS specific)_   |
-
-#### System-wide policies (Admin)
-
-Administrators can enforce system-wide policies (Tier 3) that override all user
-and default settings. These policies must be placed in specific, secure
-directories:
-
-| OS          | Policy Directory Path                             |
-| :---------- | :------------------------------------------------ |
-| **Linux**   | `/etc/gemini-cli/policies`                        |
-| **macOS**   | `/Library/Application Support/GeminiCli/policies` |
-| **Windows** | `C:\ProgramData\gemini-cli\policies`              |
-
-**Security Requirements:**
-
-To prevent privilege escalation, the CLI enforces strict security checks on
-admin directories. If checks fail, system policies are **ignored**.
-
-- **Linux / macOS:** Must be owned by `root` (UID 0) and NOT writable by group
-  or others (e.g., `chmod 755`).
-- **Windows:** Must be in `C:\ProgramData`. Standard users (`Users`, `Everyone`)
-  must NOT have `Write`, `Modify`, or `Full Control` permissions. _Tip: If you
-  see a security warning, use the folder properties to remove write permissions
-  for non-admin groups. You may need to "Disable inheritance" in Advanced
-  Security Settings._
-
 ### TOML rule schema
 
 Here is a breakdown of the fields available in a TOML policy rule:
@@ -218,10 +178,6 @@ decision = "ask_user"
 # The priority of the rule, from 0 to 999.
 priority = 10
 
-# (Optional) A custom message to display when a tool call is denied by this rule.
-# This message is returned to the model and user, useful for explaining *why* it was denied.
-deny_message = "Deletion is permanent"
-
 # (Optional) An array of approval modes where this rule is active.
 modes = ["autoEdit"]
 ```
@@ -294,7 +250,6 @@ only the `mcpName`.
 mcpName = "untrusted-server"
 decision = "deny"
 priority = 500
-deny_message = "This server is not trusted by the admin."
 ```
 
 ## Default policies
@@ -303,13 +258,11 @@ The Gemini CLI ships with a set of default policies to provide a safe
 out-of-the-box experience.
 
 - **Read-only tools** (like `read_file`, `glob`) are generally **allowed**.
-- **Agent delegation** defaults to **`ask_user`** to ensure remote agents can
-  prompt for confirmation, but local sub-agent actions are executed silently and
-  checked individually.
+- **Agent delegation** (like `delegate_to_agent`) defaults to **`ask_user`** to
+  ensure remote agents can prompt for confirmation, but local sub-agent actions
+  are executed silently and checked individually.
 - **Write tools** (like `write_file`, `run_shell_command`) default to
   **`ask_user`**.
 - In **`yolo`** mode, a high-priority rule allows all tools.
 - In **`autoEdit`** mode, rules allow certain write operations to happen without
   prompting.
-
-[Customizing Plan Mode Policies]: /docs/cli/plan-mode.md#customizing-policies

docs/core/remote-agents.md

@@ -1,84 +0,0 @@
-# Remote Subagents (experimental)
-
-Gemini CLI supports connecting to remote subagents using the Agent-to-Agent
-(A2A) protocol. This allows Gemini CLI to interact with other agents, expanding
-its capabilities by delegating tasks to remote services.
-
-Gemini CLI can connect to any compliant A2A agent. You can find samples of A2A
-agents in the following repositories:
-
-- [ADK Samples (Python)](https://github.com/google/adk-samples/tree/main/python)
-- [ADK Python Contributing Samples](https://github.com/google/adk-python/tree/main/contributing/samples)
-
-> **Note: Remote subagents are currently an experimental feature.**
-
-## Configuration
-
-To use remote subagents, you must explicitly enable them in your
-`settings.json`:
-
-```json
-{
-  "experimental": {
-    "enableAgents": true
-  }
-}
-```
-
-## Defining remote subagents
-
-Remote subagents are defined as Markdown files (`.md`) with YAML frontmatter.
-You can place them in:
-
-1.  **Project-level:** `.gemini/agents/*.md` (Shared with your team)
-2.  **User-level:** `~/.gemini/agents/*.md` (Personal agents)
-
-### Configuration schema
-
-| Field            | Type   | Required | Description                                                                                                    |
-| :--------------- | :----- | :------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `kind`           | string | Yes      | Must be `remote`.                                                                                              |
-| `name`           | string | Yes      | A unique name for the agent. Must be a valid slug (lowercase letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores only). |
-| `agent_card_url` | string | Yes      | The URL to the agent's A2A card endpoint.                                                                      |
-
-### Single-subagent example
-
-```markdown
----
-kind: remote
-name: my-remote-agent
-agent_card_url: https://example.com/agent-card
----
-```
-
-### Multi-subagent example
-
-The loader explicitly supports multiple remote subagents defined in a single
-Markdown file.
-
-```markdown
----
-- kind: remote
-  name: remote-1
-  agent_card_url: https://example.com/1
-- kind: remote
-  name: remote-2
-  agent_card_url: https://example.com/2
----
-```
-
-> **Note:** Mixed local and remote agents, or multiple local agents, are not
-> supported in a single file; the list format is currently remote-only.
-
-## Managing Subagents
-
-Users can manage subagents using the following commands within the Gemini CLI:
-
-- `/agents list`: Displays all available local and remote subagents.
-- `/agents refresh`: Reloads the agent registry. Use this after adding or
-  modifying agent definition files.
-- `/agents enable <agent_name>`: Enables a specific subagent.
-- `/agents disable <agent_name>`: Disables a specific subagent.
-
-> **Tip:** You can use the `@cli_help` agent within Gemini CLI for assistance
-> with configuring subagents.

docs/core/subagents.md

@@ -1,191 +0,0 @@
-# Sub-agents (experimental)
-
-Sub-agents are specialized agents that operate within your main Gemini CLI
-session. They are designed to handle specific, complex tasks—like deep codebase
-analysis, documentation lookup, or domain-specific reasoning—without cluttering
-the main agent's context or toolset.
-
-> **Note: Sub-agents are currently an experimental feature.**
->
-> To use custom sub-agents, you must explicitly enable them in your
-> `settings.json`:
->
-> ```json
-> {
->   "experimental": { "enableAgents": true }
-> }
-> ```
->
-> **Warning:** Sub-agents currently operate in
-> ["YOLO mode"](../get-started/configuration.md#command-line-arguments), meaning
-> they may execute tools without individual user confirmation for each step.
-> Proceed with caution when defining agents with powerful tools like
-> `run_shell_command` or `write_file`.
-
-## What are sub-agents?
-
-Sub-agents are "specialists" that the main Gemini agent can hire for a specific
-job.
-
-- **Focused context:** Each sub-agent has its own system prompt and persona.
-- **Specialized tools:** Sub-agents can have a restricted or specialized set of
-  tools.
-- **Independent context window:** Interactions with a sub-agent happen in a
-  separate context loop, which saves tokens in your main conversation history.
-
-Sub-agents are exposed to the main agent as a tool of the same name. When the
-main agent calls the tool, it delegates the task to the sub-agent. Once the
-sub-agent completes its task, it reports back to the main agent with its
-findings.
-
-## Built-in sub-agents
-
-Gemini CLI comes with the following built-in sub-agents:
-
-### Codebase Investigator
-
-- **Name:** `codebase_investigator`
-- **Purpose:** Analyze the codebase, reverse engineer, and understand complex
-  dependencies.
-- **When to use:** "How does the authentication system work?", "Map out the
-  dependencies of the `AgentRegistry` class."
-- **Configuration:** Enabled by default. You can configure it in
-  `settings.json`. Example (forcing a specific model):
-  ```json
-  {
-    "experimental": {
-      "codebaseInvestigatorSettings": {
-        "enabled": true,
-        "maxNumTurns": 20,
-        "model": "gemini-2.5-pro"
-      }
-    }
-  }
-  ```
-
-### CLI Help Agent
-
-- **Name:** `cli_help`
-- **Purpose:** Get expert knowledge about Gemini CLI itself, its commands,
-  configuration, and documentation.
-- **When to use:** "How do I configure a proxy?", "What does the `/rewind`
-  command do?"
-- **Configuration:** Enabled by default.
-
-### Generalist Agent
-
-- **Name:** `generalist_agent`
-- **Purpose:** Route tasks to the appropriate specialized sub-agent.
-- **When to use:** Implicitly used by the main agent for routing. Not directly
-  invoked by the user.
-- **Configuration:** Enabled by default. No specific configuration options.
-
-## Creating custom sub-agents
-
-You can create your own sub-agents to automate specific workflows or enforce
-specific personas. To use custom sub-agents, you must enable them in your
-`settings.json`:
-
-```json
-{
-  "experimental": {
-    "enableAgents": true
-  }
-}
-```
-
-### Agent definition files
-
-Custom agents are defined as Markdown files (`.md`) with YAML frontmatter. You
-can place them in:
-
-1.  **Project-level:** `.gemini/agents/*.md` (Shared with your team)
-2.  **User-level:** `~/.gemini/agents/*.md` (Personal agents)
-
-### File format
-
-The file **MUST** start with YAML frontmatter enclosed in triple-dashes `---`.
-The body of the markdown file becomes the agent's **System Prompt**.
-
-**Example: `.gemini/agents/security-auditor.md`**
-
-```markdown
----
-name: security-auditor
-description: Specialized in finding security vulnerabilities in code.
-kind: local
-tools:
-  - read_file
-  - grep_search
-model: gemini-2.5-pro
-temperature: 0.2
-max_turns: 10
----
-
-You are a ruthless Security Auditor. Your job is to analyze code for potential
-vulnerabilities.
-
-Focus on:
-
-1.  SQL Injection
-2.  XSS (Cross-Site Scripting)
-3.  Hardcoded credentials
-4.  Unsafe file operations
-
-When you find a vulnerability, explain it clearly and suggest a fix. Do not fix
-it yourself; just report it.
-```
-
-### Configuration schema
-
-| Field          | Type   | Required | Description                                                                                                                |
-| :------------- | :----- | :------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `name`         | string | Yes      | Unique identifier (slug) used as the tool name for the agent. Only lowercase letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.   |
-| `description`  | string | Yes      | Short description of what the agent does. This is visible to the main agent to help it decide when to call this sub-agent. |
-| `kind`         | string | No       | `local` (default) or `remote`.                                                                                             |
-| `tools`        | array  | No       | List of tool names this agent can use. If omitted, it may have access to a default set.                                    |
-| `model`        | string | No       | Specific model to use (e.g., `gemini-2.5-pro`). Defaults to `inherit` (uses the main session model).                       |
-| `temperature`  | number | No       | Model temperature (0.0 - 2.0).                                                                                             |
-| `max_turns`    | number | No       | Maximum number of conversation turns allowed for this agent before it must return. Defaults to `15`.                       |
-| `timeout_mins` | number | No       | Maximum execution time in minutes. Defaults to `5`.                                                                        |
-
-### Optimizing your sub-agent
-
-The main agent's system prompt encourages it to use an expert sub-agent when one
-is available. It decides whether an agent is a relevant expert based on the
-agent's description. You can improve the reliability with which an agent is used
-by updating the description to more clearly indicate:
-
-- Its area of expertise.
-- When it should be used.
-- Some example scenarios.
-
-For example, the following sub-agent description should be called fairly
-consistently for Git operations.
-
-> Git expert agent which should be used for all local and remote git operations.
-> For example:
->
-> - Making commits
-> - Searching for regressions with bisect
-> - Interacting with source control and issues providers such as GitHub.
-
-If you need to further tune your sub-agent, you can do so by selecting the model
-to optimize for with `/model` and then asking the model why it does not think
-that your sub-agent was called with a specific prompt and the given description.
-
-## Remote subagents (Agent2Agent) (experimental)
-
-Gemini CLI can also delegate tasks to remote sub-agents using the Agent-to-Agent
-(A2A) protocol.
-
-> **Note: Remote subagents are currently an experimental feature.**
-
-See the [Remote Subagents documentation](/docs/core/remote-agents) for detailed
-configuration and usage instructions.
-
-## Extension sub-agents
-
-Extensions can bundle and distribute sub-agents. See the
-[Extensions documentation](../extensions/index.md#sub-agents) for details on how
-to package agents within an extension.

docs/extensions/best-practices.md

@@ -1,139 +0,0 @@
-# Extensions on Gemini CLI: Best practices
-
-This guide covers best practices for developing, securing, and maintaining
-Gemini CLI extensions.
-
-## Development
-
-Developing extensions for Gemini CLI is intended to be a lightweight, iterative
-process.
-
-### Structure your extension
-
-While simple extensions can just be a few files, we recommend a robust structure
-for complex extensions:
-
-```
-my-extension/
-├── package.json
-├── tsconfig.json
-├── gemini-extension.json
-├── src/
-│   ├── index.ts
-│   └── tools/
-└── dist/
-```
-
-- **Use TypeScript**: We strongly recommend using TypeScript for type safety and
-  better tooling.
-- **Separate source and build**: Keep your source code in `src` and build to
-  `dist`.
-- **Bundle dependencies**: If your extension has many dependencies, consider
-  bundling them (e.g., with `esbuild` or `webpack`) to reduce install time and
-  potential conflicts.
-
-### Iterate with `link`
-
-Use `gemini extensions link` to develop locally without constantly reinstalling:
-
-```bash
-cd my-extension
-gemini extensions link .
-```
-
-Changes to your code (after rebuilding) will be immediately available in the CLI
-on restart.
-
-### Use `GEMINI.md` effectively
-
-Your `GEMINI.md` file provides context to the model. Keep it focused:
-
-- **Do:** Explain high-level goals and how to use the provided tools.
-- **Don't:** Dump your entire documentation.
-- **Do:** Use clear, concise language.
-
-## Security
-
-When building a Gemini CLI extension, follow general security best practices
-(such as least privilege and input validation) to reduce risk.
-
-### Minimal permissions
-
-When defining tools in your MCP server, only request the permissions necessary.
-Avoid giving the model broad access (like full shell access) if a more
-restricted set of tools will suffice.
-
-If you must use powerful tools like `run_shell_command`, consider restricting
-them to specific commands in your `gemini-extension.json`:
-
-```json
-{
-  "name": "my-safe-extension",
-  "excludeTools": ["run_shell_command(rm -rf *)"]
-}
-```
-
-This ensures that even if the model tries to execute a dangerous command, it
-will be blocked at the CLI level.
-
-### Validate inputs
-
-Your MCP server is running on the user's machine. Always validate inputs to your
-tools to prevent arbitrary code execution or filesystem access outside the
-intended scope.
-
-```typescript
-// Good: Validating paths
-if (!path.resolve(inputPath).startsWith(path.resolve(allowedDir) + path.sep)) {
-  throw new Error('Access denied');
-}
-```
-
-### Sensitive settings
-
-If your extension requires API keys, use the `sensitive: true` option in
-`gemini-extension.json`. This ensures keys are stored securely in the system
-keychain and obfuscated in the UI.
-
-```json
-"settings": [
-  {
-    "name": "API Key",
-    "envVar": "MY_API_KEY",
-    "sensitive": true
-  }
-]
-```
-
-## Releasing
-
-You can upload your extension directly to GitHub to list it in the gallery.
-Gemini CLI extensions also offers support for more complicated
-[releases](releasing.md).
-
-### Semantic versioning
-
-Follow [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/).
-
-- **Major**: Breaking changes (renaming tools, changing arguments).
-- **Minor**: New features (new tools, commands).
-- **Patch**: Bug fixes.
-
-### Release Channels
-
-Use git branches to manage release channels (e.g., `main` for stable, `dev` for
-bleeding edge). This allows users to choose their stability level:
-
-```bash
-# Stable
-gemini extensions install github.com/user/repo
-
-# Dev
-gemini extensions install github.com/user/repo --ref dev
-```
-
-### Clean artifacts
-
-If you are using GitHub Releases, ensure your release artifacts only contain the
-necessary files (`dist/`, `gemini-extension.json`, `package.json`). Exclude
-`node_modules` (users will install them) and `src/` to keep downloads small.

docs/extensions/getting-started-extensions.md

@@ -8,19 +8,7 @@ file.
 ## Prerequisites
 
 Before you start, make sure you have the Gemini CLI installed and a basic
-understanding of Node.js.
-
-## When to use what
-
-Extensions offer a variety of ways to customize Gemini CLI.
-
-| Feature                                                        | What it is                                                                                                         | When to use it                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 | Invoked by            |
-| :------------------------------------------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :-------------------- |
-| **[MCP server](reference.md#mcp-servers)**                     | A standard way to expose new tools and data sources to the model.                                                  | Use this when you want the model to be able to _do_ new things, like fetching data from an internal API, querying a database, or controlling a local application. We also support MCP resources (which can replace custom commands) and system instructions (which can replace custom context) | Model                 |
-| **[Custom commands](../cli/custom-commands.md)**               | A shortcut (like `/my-cmd`) that executes a pre-defined prompt or shell command.                                   | Use this for repetitive tasks or to save long, complex prompts that you use frequently. Great for automation.                                                                                                                                                                                  | User                  |
-| **[Context file (`GEMINI.md`)](reference.md#contextfilename)** | A markdown file containing instructions that are loaded into the model's context at the start of every session.    | Use this to define the "personality" of your extension, set coding standards, or provide essential knowledge that the model should always have.                                                                                                                                                | CLI provides to model |
-| **[Agent skills](../cli/skills.md)**                           | A specialized set of instructions and workflows that the model activates only when needed.                         | Use this for complex, occasional tasks (like "create a PR" or "audit security") to avoid cluttering the main context window when the skill isn't being used.                                                                                                                                   | Model                 |
-| **[Hooks](../hooks/index.md)**                                 | A way to intercept and customize the CLI's behavior at specific lifecycle events (e.g., before/after a tool call). | Use this when you want to automate actions based on what the model is doing, like validating tool arguments, logging activity, or modifying the model's input/output.                                                                                                                          | CLI                   |
+understanding of Node.js and TypeScript.
 
 ## Step 1: Create a new extension
 
@@ -38,9 +26,10 @@ This will create a new directory with the following structure:
 
 ```
 my-first-extension/
-├── example.js
+├── example.ts
 ├── gemini-extension.json
-└── package.json
+├── package.json
+└── tsconfig.json
 ```
 
 ## Step 2: Understand the extension files
@@ -54,12 +43,12 @@ and use your extension.
 
 ```json
 {
-  "name": "mcp-server-example",
+  "name": "my-first-extension",
   "version": "1.0.0",
   "mcpServers": {
     "nodeServer": {
       "command": "node",
-      "args": ["${extensionPath}${/}example.js"],
+      "args": ["${extensionPath}${/}dist${/}example.js"],
       "cwd": "${extensionPath}"
     }
   }
@@ -75,12 +64,12 @@ and use your extension.
     with the absolute path to your extension's installation directory. This
     allows your extension to work regardless of where it's installed.
 
-### `example.js`
+### `example.ts`
 
 This file contains the source code for your MCP server. It's a simple Node.js
 server that uses the `@modelcontextprotocol/sdk`.
 
-```javascript
+```typescript
 /**
  * @license
  * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
@@ -129,15 +118,16 @@ await server.connect(transport);
 This server defines a single tool called `fetch_posts` that fetches data from a
 public API.
 
-### `package.json`
+### `package.json` and `tsconfig.json`
 
-This is the standard configuration file for a Node.js project. It defines
-dependencies and scripts.
+These are standard configuration files for a TypeScript project. The
+`package.json` file defines dependencies and a `build` script, and
+`tsconfig.json` configures the TypeScript compiler.
 
-## Step 3: Link your extension
+## Step 3: Build and link your extension
 
-Before you can use the extension, you need to link it to your Gemini CLI
-installation for local development.
+Before you can use the extension, you need to compile the TypeScript code and
+link the extension to your Gemini CLI installation for local development.
 
 1.  **Install dependencies:**
 
@@ -146,7 +136,16 @@ installation for local development.
     npm install
     ```
 
-2.  **Link the extension:**
+2.  **Build the server:**
+
+    ```bash
+    npm run build
+    ```
+
+    This will compile `example.ts` into `dist/example.js`, which is the file
+    referenced in your `gemini-extension.json`.
+
+3.  **Link the extension:**
 
     The `link` command creates a symbolic link from the Gemini CLI extensions
     directory to your development directory. This means any changes you make
@@ -213,7 +212,7 @@ need this for extensions built to expose commands and prompts.
       "mcpServers": {
         "nodeServer": {
           "command": "node",
-          "args": ["${extensionPath}${/}example.js"],
+          "args": ["${extensionPath}${/}dist${/}example.js"],
           "cwd": "${extensionPath}"
         }
       }
@@ -225,6 +224,8 @@ file in every session where the extension is active.
 
 ## (Optional) Step 6: Add an Agent Skill
 
+_Note: This is an experimental feature enabled via `experimental.skills`._
+
 [Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) let you bundle specialized expertise and
 procedural workflows. Unlike `GEMINI.md`, which provides persistent context,
 skills are activated only when needed, saving context tokens.
@@ -264,7 +265,7 @@ primary ways of releasing extensions are via a Git repository or through GitHub
 Releases. Using a public Git repository is the simplest method.
 
 For detailed instructions on both methods, please refer to the
-[Extension Releasing Guide](./releasing.md).
+[Extension Releasing Guide](./extension-releasing.md).
 
 ## Conclusion
 

docs/extensions/index.md

@@ -1,45 +1,377 @@
 # Gemini CLI extensions
 
-Gemini CLI extensions package prompts, MCP servers, custom commands, hooks,
-sub-agents, and agent skills into a familiar and user-friendly format. With
-extensions, you can expand the capabilities of Gemini CLI and share those
-capabilities with others. They are designed to be easily installable and
-shareable.
+_This documentation is up-to-date with the v0.4.0 release._
+
+Gemini CLI extensions package prompts, MCP servers, Agent Skills, and custom
+commands into a familiar and user-friendly format. With extensions, you can
+expand the capabilities of Gemini CLI and share those capabilities with others.
+They're designed to be easily installable and shareable.
 
 To see examples of extensions, you can browse a gallery of
 [Gemini CLI extensions](https://geminicli.com/extensions/browse/).
 
-## Managing extensions
+See [getting started docs](getting-started-extensions.md) for a guide on
+creating your first extension.
 
-You can verify your installed extensions and their status using the interactive
-command:
+See [releasing docs](extension-releasing.md) for an advanced guide on setting up
+GitHub releases.
 
-```bash
-/extensions list
+## Extension management
+
+We offer a suite of extension management tools using `gemini extensions`
+commands.
+
+Note that these commands are not supported from within the CLI, although you can
+list installed extensions using the `/extensions list` subcommand.
+
+Note that all of these commands will only be reflected in active CLI sessions on
+restart.
+
+### Installing an extension
+
+You can install an extension using `gemini extensions install` with either a
+GitHub URL or a local path.
+
+Note that we create a copy of the installed extension, so you will need to run
+`gemini extensions update` to pull in changes from both locally-defined
+extensions and those on GitHub.
+
+NOTE: If you are installing an extension from GitHub, you'll need to have `git`
+installed on your machine. See
+[git installation instructions](https://git-scm.com/book/en/v2/Getting-Started-Installing-Git)
+for help.
+
+```
+gemini extensions install <source> [--ref <ref>] [--auto-update] [--pre-release] [--consent]
 ```
 
-or in noninteractive mode:
+- `<source>`: The github URL or local path of the extension to install.
+- `--ref`: The git ref to install from.
+- `--auto-update`: Enable auto-update for this extension.
+- `--pre-release`: Enable pre-release versions for this extension.
+- `--consent`: Acknowledge the security risks of installing an extension and
+  skip the confirmation prompt.
 
-```bash
+### Uninstalling an extension
+
+To uninstall one or more extensions, run
+`gemini extensions uninstall <name...>`:
+
+```
+gemini extensions uninstall gemini-cli-security gemini-cli-another-extension
+```
+
+### Disabling an extension
+
+Extensions are, by default, enabled across all workspaces. You can disable an
+extension entirely or for specific workspace.
+
+```
+gemini extensions disable <name> [--scope <scope>]
+```
+
+- `<name>`: The name of the extension to disable.
+- `--scope`: The scope to disable the extension in (`user` or `workspace`).
+
+### Enabling an extension
+
+You can enable extensions using `gemini extensions enable <name>`. You can also
+enable an extension for a specific workspace using
+`gemini extensions enable <name> --scope=workspace` from within that workspace.
+
+```
+gemini extensions enable <name> [--scope <scope>]
+```
+
+- `<name>`: The name of the extension to enable.
+- `--scope`: The scope to enable the extension in (`user` or `workspace`).
+
+### Updating an extension
+
+For extensions installed from a local path or a git repository, you can
+explicitly update to the latest version (as reflected in the
+`gemini-extension.json` `version` field) with `gemini extensions update <name>`.
+
+You can update all extensions with:
+
+```
+gemini extensions update --all
+```
+
+### Create a boilerplate extension
+
+We offer several example extensions `context`, `custom-commands`,
+`exclude-tools` and `mcp-server`. You can view these examples
+[here](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/tree/main/packages/cli/src/commands/extensions/examples).
+
+To copy one of these examples into a development directory using the type of
+your choosing, run:
+
+```
+gemini extensions new <path> [template]
+```
+
+- `<path>`: The path to create the extension in.
+- `[template]`: The boilerplate template to use.
+
+### Link a local extension
+
+The `gemini extensions link` command will create a symbolic link from the
+extension installation directory to the development path.
+
+This is useful so you don't have to run `gemini extensions update` every time
+you make changes you'd like to test.
+
+```
+gemini extensions link <path>
+```
+
+- `<path>`: The path of the extension to link.
+
+## How it works
+
+On startup, Gemini CLI looks for extensions in `<home>/.gemini/extensions`
+
+Extensions exist as a directory that contains a `gemini-extension.json` file.
+For example:
+
+`<home>/.gemini/extensions/my-extension/gemini-extension.json`
+
+### `gemini-extension.json`
+
+The `gemini-extension.json` file contains the configuration for the extension.
+The file has the following structure:
+
+```json
+{
+  "name": "my-extension",
+  "version": "1.0.0",
+  "mcpServers": {
+    "my-server": {
+      "command": "node my-server.js"
+    }
+  },
+  "contextFileName": "GEMINI.md",
+  "excludeTools": ["run_shell_command"]
+}
+```
+
+- `name`: The name of the extension. This is used to uniquely identify the
+  extension and for conflict resolution when extension commands have the same
+  name as user or project commands. The name should be lowercase or numbers and
+  use dashes instead of underscores or spaces. This is how users will refer to
+  your extension in the CLI. Note that we expect this name to match the
+  extension directory name.
+- `version`: The version of the extension.
+- `mcpServers`: A map of MCP servers to settings. The key is the name of the
+  server, and the value is the server configuration. These servers will be
+  loaded on startup just like MCP servers settings in a
+  [`settings.json` file](../get-started/configuration.md). If both an extension
+  and a `settings.json` file settings an MCP server with the same name, the
+  server defined in the `settings.json` file takes precedence.
+  - Note that all MCP server configuration options are supported except for
+    `trust`.
+- `contextFileName`: The name of the file that contains the context for the
+  extension. This will be used to load the context from the extension directory.
+  If this property is not used but a `GEMINI.md` file is present in your
+  extension directory, then that file will be loaded.
+- `excludeTools`: An array of tool names to exclude from the model. You can also
+  specify command-specific restrictions for tools that support it, like the
+  `run_shell_command` tool. For example,
+  `"excludeTools": ["run_shell_command(rm -rf)"]` will block the `rm -rf`
+  command. Note that this differs from the MCP server `excludeTools`
+  functionality, which can be listed in the MCP server config.
+
+When Gemini CLI starts, it loads all the extensions and merges their
+configurations. If there are any conflicts, the workspace configuration takes
+precedence.
+
+### Settings
+
+_Note: This is an experimental feature. We do not yet recommend extension
+authors introduce settings as part of their core flows._
+
+Extensions can define settings that the user will be prompted to provide upon
+installation. This is useful for things like API keys, URLs, or other
+configuration that the extension needs to function.
+
+To define settings, add a `settings` array to your `gemini-extension.json` file.
+Each object in the array should have the following properties:
+
+- `name`: A user-friendly name for the setting.
+- `description`: A description of the setting and what it's used for.
+- `envVar`: The name of the environment variable that the setting will be stored
+  as.
+- `sensitive`: Optional boolean. If true, obfuscates the input the user provides
+  and stores the secret in keychain storage. **Example**
+
+```json
+{
+  "name": "my-api-extension",
+  "version": "1.0.0",
+  "settings": [
+    {
+      "name": "API Key",
+      "description": "Your API key for the service.",
+      "envVar": "MY_API_KEY"
+    }
+  ]
+}
+```
+
+When a user installs this extension, they will be prompted to enter their API
+key. The value will be saved to a `.env` file in the extension's directory
+(e.g., `<home>/.gemini/extensions/my-api-extension/.env`).
+
+You can view a list of an extension's settings by running:
+
+```
 gemini extensions list
 ```
 
-## Installation
+and you can update a given setting using:
 
-To install a real extension, you can use the `extensions install` command with a
-GitHub repository URL in noninteractive mode. For example:
-
-```bash
-gemini extensions install https://github.com/gemini-cli-extensions/workspace
+```
+gemini extensions config <extension name> [setting name] [--scope <scope>]
 ```
 
-## Next steps
+- `--scope`: The scope to set the setting in (`user` or `workspace`). This is
+  optional and will default to `user`.
 
-- [Writing extensions](writing-extensions.md): Learn how to create your first
-  extension.
-- [Extensions reference](reference.md): Deeply understand the extension format,
-  commands, and configuration.
-- [Best practices](best-practices.md): Learn strategies for building great
-  extensions.
-- [Extensions releasing](releasing.md): Learn how to share your extensions with
-  the world.
+### Custom commands
+
+Extensions can provide [custom commands](../cli/custom-commands.md) by placing
+TOML files in a `commands/` subdirectory within the extension directory. These
+commands follow the same format as user and project custom commands and use
+standard naming conventions.
+
+**Example**
+
+An extension named `gcp` with the following structure:
+
+```
+.gemini/extensions/gcp/
+├── gemini-extension.json
+└── commands/
+    ├── deploy.toml
+    └── gcs/
+        └── sync.toml
+```
+
+Would provide these commands:
+
+- `/deploy` - Shows as `[gcp] Custom command from deploy.toml` in help
+- `/gcs:sync` - Shows as `[gcp] Custom command from sync.toml` in help
+
+### Agent Skills
+
+_Note: This is an experimental feature enabled via `experimental.skills`._
+
+Extensions can bundle [Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) to provide on-demand
+expertise and specialized workflows. To include skills in your extension, place
+them in a `skills/` subdirectory within the extension directory. Each skill must
+follow the [Agent Skills structure](../cli/skills.md#folder-structure),
+including a `SKILL.md` file.
+
+**Example**
+
+An extension named `security-toolkit` with the following structure:
+
+```
+.gemini/extensions/security-toolkit/
+├── gemini-extension.json
+└── skills/
+    ├── audit/
+    │   ├── SKILL.md
+    │   └── scripts/
+    │       └── scan.py
+    └── hardening/
+        └── SKILL.md
+```
+
+Upon installation, these skills will be discovered by Gemini CLI and can be
+activated during a session when the model identifies a task matching their
+descriptions.
+
+Extension skills have the lowest precedence and will be overridden by user or
+workspace skills of the same name. They can be viewed and managed (enabled or
+disabled) using the [`/skills` command](../cli/skills.md#managing-skills).
+
+### Hooks
+
+Extensions can provide [hooks](../hooks/index.md) to intercept and customize
+Gemini CLI behavior at specific lifecycle events. Hooks provided by an extension
+must be defined in a `hooks/hooks.json` file within the extension directory.
+
+> [!IMPORTANT] Hooks are not defined directly in `gemini-extension.json`. The
+> CLI specifically looks for the `hooks/hooks.json` file.
+
+#### Directory structure
+
+```
+.gemini/extensions/my-extension/
+├── gemini-extension.json
+└── hooks/
+    └── hooks.json
+```
+
+#### `hooks/hooks.json` format
+
+The `hooks.json` file contains a `hooks` object where keys are
+[event names](../hooks/reference.md#supported-events) and values are arrays of
+[hook definitions](../hooks/reference.md#hook-definition).
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "before_agent": [
+      {
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "type": "command",
+            "command": "node ${extensionPath}/scripts/setup.js",
+            "name": "Extension Setup"
+          }
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### Supported variables
+
+Just like `gemini-extension.json`, the `hooks/hooks.json` file supports
+[variable substitution](#variables). This is particularly useful for referencing
+scripts within the extension directory using `${extensionPath}`.
+
+### Conflict resolution
+
+Extension commands have the lowest precedence. When a conflict occurs with user
+or project commands:
+
+1. **No conflict**: Extension command uses its natural name (e.g., `/deploy`)
+2. **With conflict**: Extension command is renamed with the extension prefix
+   (e.g., `/gcp.deploy`)
+
+For example, if both a user and the `gcp` extension define a `deploy` command:
+
+- `/deploy` - Executes the user's deploy command
+- `/gcp.deploy` - Executes the extension's deploy command (marked with `[gcp]`
+  tag)
+
+### Variables
+
+Gemini CLI extensions allow variable substitution in both
+`gemini-extension.json` and `hooks/hooks.json`. This can be useful if e.g., you
+need the current directory to run an MCP server or hook script using
+`"cwd": "${extensionPath}${/}run.ts"`.
+
+**Supported variables:**
+
+| variable                   | description                                                                                                                                                     |
+| -------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `${extensionPath}`         | The fully-qualified path of the extension in the user's filesystem e.g., '/Users/username/.gemini/extensions/example-extension'. This will not unwrap symlinks. |
+| `${workspacePath}`         | The fully-qualified path of the current workspace.                                                                                                              |
+| `${/} or ${pathSeparator}` | The path separator (differs per OS).                                                                                                                            |
+| `${process.execPath}`      | The path to the Node.js binary executing the CLI.                                                                                                               |

docs/extensions/reference.md

@@ -1,333 +0,0 @@
-# Extensions reference
-
-This guide covers the `gemini extensions` commands and the structure of the
-`gemini-extension.json` configuration file.
-
-## Extension management
-
-We offer a suite of extension management tools using `gemini extensions`
-commands.
-
-Note that these commands (e.g. `gemini extensions install`) are not supported
-from within the CLI's **interactive mode**, although you can list installed
-extensions using the `/extensions list` slash command.
-
-Note that all of these management operations (including updates to slash
-commands) will only be reflected in active CLI sessions on **restart**.
-
-### Installing an extension
-
-You can install an extension using `gemini extensions install` with either a
-GitHub URL or a local path.
-
-Note that we create a copy of the installed extension, so you will need to run
-`gemini extensions update` to pull in changes from both locally-defined
-extensions and those on GitHub.
-
-NOTE: If you are installing an extension from GitHub, you'll need to have `git`
-installed on your machine. See
-[git installation instructions](https://git-scm.com/book/en/v2/Getting-Started-Installing-Git)
-for help.
-
-```
-gemini extensions install <source> [--ref <ref>] [--auto-update] [--pre-release] [--consent]
-```
-
-- `<source>`: The github URL or local path of the extension to install.
-- `--ref`: The git ref to install from.
-- `--auto-update`: Enable auto-update for this extension.
-- `--pre-release`: Enable pre-release versions for this extension.
-- `--consent`: Acknowledge the security risks of installing an extension and
-  skip the confirmation prompt.
-
-### Uninstalling an extension
-
-To uninstall one or more extensions, run
-`gemini extensions uninstall <name...>`:
-
-```
-gemini extensions uninstall gemini-cli-security gemini-cli-another-extension
-```
-
-### Disabling an extension
-
-Extensions are, by default, enabled across all workspaces. You can disable an
-extension entirely or for specific workspace.
-
-```
-gemini extensions disable <name> [--scope <scope>]
-```
-
-- `<name>`: The name of the extension to disable.
-- `--scope`: The scope to disable the extension in (`user` or `workspace`).
-
-### Enabling an extension
-
-You can enable extensions using `gemini extensions enable <name>`. You can also
-enable an extension for a specific workspace using
-`gemini extensions enable <name> --scope=workspace` from within that workspace.
-
-```
-gemini extensions enable <name> [--scope <scope>]
-```
-
-- `<name>`: The name of the extension to enable.
-- `--scope`: The scope to enable the extension in (`user` or `workspace`).
-
-### Updating an extension
-
-For extensions installed from a local path or a git repository, you can
-explicitly update to the latest version (as reflected in the
-`gemini-extension.json` `version` field) with `gemini extensions update <name>`.
-
-You can update all extensions with:
-
-```
-gemini extensions update --all
-```
-
-### Create a boilerplate extension
-
-We offer several example extensions `context`, `custom-commands`,
-`exclude-tools` and `mcp-server`. You can view these examples
-[here](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/tree/main/packages/cli/src/commands/extensions/examples).
-
-To copy one of these examples into a development directory using the type of
-your choosing, run:
-
-```
-gemini extensions new <path> [template]
-```
-
-- `<path>`: The path to create the extension in.
-- `[template]`: The boilerplate template to use.
-
-### Link a local extension
-
-The `gemini extensions link` command will create a symbolic link from the
-extension installation directory to the development path.
-
-This is useful so you don't have to run `gemini extensions update` every time
-you make changes you'd like to test.
-
-```
-gemini extensions link <path>
-```
-
-- `<path>`: The path of the extension to link.
-
-## Extension format
-
-On startup, Gemini CLI looks for extensions in `<home>/.gemini/extensions`
-
-Extensions exist as a directory that contains a `gemini-extension.json` file.
-For example:
-
-`<home>/.gemini/extensions/my-extension/gemini-extension.json`
-
-### `gemini-extension.json`
-
-The `gemini-extension.json` file contains the configuration for the extension.
-The file has the following structure:
-
-```json
-{
-  "name": "my-extension",
-  "version": "1.0.0",
-  "description": "My awesome extension",
-  "mcpServers": {
-    "my-server": {
-      "command": "node my-server.js"
-    }
-  },
-  "contextFileName": "GEMINI.md",
-  "excludeTools": ["run_shell_command"]
-}
-```
-
-- `name`: The name of the extension. This is used to uniquely identify the
-  extension and for conflict resolution when extension commands have the same
-  name as user or project commands. The name should be lowercase or numbers and
-  use dashes instead of underscores or spaces. This is how users will refer to
-  your extension in the CLI. Note that we expect this name to match the
-  extension directory name.
-- `version`: The version of the extension.
-- `description`: A short description of the extension. This will be displayed on
-  [geminicli.com/extensions](https://geminicli.com/extensions).
-- `mcpServers`: A map of MCP servers to settings. The key is the name of the
-  server, and the value is the server configuration. These servers will be
-  loaded on startup just like MCP servers settingsd in a
-  [`settings.json` file](../get-started/configuration.md). If both an extension
-  and a `settings.json` file settings an MCP server with the same name, the
-  server defined in the `settings.json` file takes precedence.
-  - Note that all MCP server configuration options are supported except for
-    `trust`.
-- `contextFileName`: The name of the file that contains the context for the
-  extension. This will be used to load the context from the extension directory.
-  If this property is not used but a `GEMINI.md` file is present in your
-  extension directory, then that file will be loaded.
-- `excludeTools`: An array of tool names to exclude from the model. You can also
-  specify command-specific restrictions for tools that support it, like the
-  `run_shell_command` tool. For example,
-  `"excludeTools": ["run_shell_command(rm -rf)"]` will block the `rm -rf`
-  command. Note that this differs from the MCP server `excludeTools`
-  functionality, which can be listed in the MCP server config.
-
-When Gemini CLI starts, it loads all the extensions and merges their
-configurations. If there are any conflicts, the workspace configuration takes
-precedence.
-
-### Settings
-
-Extensions can define settings that the user will be prompted to provide upon
-installation. This is useful for things like API keys, URLs, or other
-configuration that the extension needs to function.
-
-To define settings, add a `settings` array to your `gemini-extension.json` file.
-Each object in the array should have the following properties:
-
-- `name`: A user-friendly name for the setting.
-- `description`: A description of the setting and what it's used for.
-- `envVar`: The name of the environment variable that the setting will be stored
-  as.
-- `sensitive`: Optional boolean. If true, obfuscates the input the user provides
-  and stores the secret in keychain storage. **Example**
-
-```json
-{
-  "name": "my-api-extension",
-  "version": "1.0.0",
-  "settings": [
-    {
-      "name": "API Key",
-      "description": "Your API key for the service.",
-      "envVar": "MY_API_KEY"
-    }
-  ]
-}
-```
-
-When a user installs this extension, they will be prompted to enter their API
-key. The value will be saved to a `.env` file in the extension's directory
-(e.g., `<home>/.gemini/extensions/my-api-extension/.env`).
-
-You can view a list of an extension's settings by running:
-
-```
-gemini extensions list
-```
-
-and you can update a given setting using:
-
-```
-gemini extensions config <extension name> [setting name] [--scope <scope>]
-```
-
-- `--scope`: The scope to set the setting in (`user` or `workspace`). This is
-  optional and will default to `user`.
-
-### Custom commands
-
-Extensions can provide [custom commands](../cli/custom-commands.md) by placing
-TOML files in a `commands/` subdirectory within the extension directory. These
-commands follow the same format as user and project custom commands and use
-standard naming conventions.
-
-**Example**
-
-An extension named `gcp` with the following structure:
-
-```
-.gemini/extensions/gcp/
-├── gemini-extension.json
-└── commands/
-    ├── deploy.toml
-    └── gcs/
-        └── sync.toml
-```
-
-Would provide these commands:
-
-- `/deploy` - Shows as `[gcp] Custom command from deploy.toml` in help
-- `/gcs:sync` - Shows as `[gcp] Custom command from sync.toml` in help
-
-### Hooks
-
-Extensions can provide [hooks](../hooks/index.md) to intercept and customize
-Gemini CLI behavior at specific lifecycle events. Hooks provided by an extension
-must be defined in a `hooks/hooks.json` file within the extension directory.
-
-> [!IMPORTANT] Hooks are not defined directly in `gemini-extension.json`. The
-> CLI specifically looks for the `hooks/hooks.json` file.
-
-### Agent Skills
-
-Extensions can bundle [Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) to provide specialized
-workflows. Skills must be placed in a `skills/` directory within the extension.
-
-**Example**
-
-An extension with the following structure:
-
-```
-.gemini/extensions/my-extension/
-├── gemini-extension.json
-└── skills/
-    └── security-audit/
-        └── SKILL.md
-```
-
-Will expose a `security-audit` skill that the model can activate.
-
-### Sub-agents
-
-> **Note: Sub-agents are currently an experimental feature.**
-
-Extensions can provide [sub-agents](../core/subagents.md) that users can
-delegate tasks to.
-
-To bundle sub-agents with your extension, create an `agents/` directory in your
-extension's root folder and add your agent definition files (`.md`) there.
-
-**Example**
-
-```
-.gemini/extensions/my-extension/
-├── gemini-extension.json
-└── agents/
-    ├── security-auditor.md
-    └── database-expert.md
-```
-
-Gemini CLI will automatically discover and load these agents when the extension
-is installed and enabled.
-
-### Conflict resolution
-
-Extension commands have the lowest precedence. When a conflict occurs with user
-or project commands:
-
-1. **No conflict**: Extension command uses its natural name (e.g., `/deploy`)
-2. **With conflict**: Extension command is renamed with the extension prefix
-   (e.g., `/gcp.deploy`)
-
-For example, if both a user and the `gcp` extension define a `deploy` command:
-
-- `/deploy` - Executes the user's deploy command
-- `/gcp.deploy` - Executes the extension's deploy command (marked with `[gcp]`
-  tag)
-
-## Variables
-
-Gemini CLI extensions allow variable substitution in both
-`gemini-extension.json` and `hooks/hooks.json`. This can be useful if e.g., you
-need the current directory to run an MCP server using an argument like
-`"args": ["${extensionPath}${/}dist${/}server.js"]`.
-
-**Supported variables:**
-
-| variable                   | description                                                                                                                                                     |
-| -------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `${extensionPath}`         | The fully-qualified path of the extension in the user's filesystem e.g., '/Users/username/.gemini/extensions/example-extension'. This will not unwrap symlinks. |
-| `${workspacePath}`         | The fully-qualified path of the current workspace.                                                                                                              |
-| `${/} or ${pathSeparator}` | The path separator (differs per OS).                                                                                                                            |

docs/get-started/configuration-v1.md

@@ -166,21 +166,19 @@ a few things you can try in order of recommendation:
   - **Default:** All tools available for use by the Gemini model.
   - **Example:** `"coreTools": ["ReadFileTool", "GlobTool", "ShellTool(ls)"]`.
 
-- **`allowedTools`** (array of strings) [DEPRECATED]:
+- **`allowedTools`** (array of strings):
   - **Default:** `undefined`
   - **Description:** A list of tool names that will bypass the confirmation
     dialog. This is useful for tools that you trust and use frequently. The
-    match semantics are the same as `coreTools`. **Deprecated**: Use the
-    [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) instead.
+    match semantics are the same as `coreTools`.
   - **Example:** `"allowedTools": ["ShellTool(git status)"]`.
 
-- **`excludeTools`** (array of strings) [DEPRECATED]:
+- **`excludeTools`** (array of strings):
   - **Description:** Allows you to specify a list of core tool names that should
     be excluded from the model. A tool listed in both `excludeTools` and
     `coreTools` is excluded. You can also specify command-specific restrictions
     for tools that support it, like the `ShellTool`. For example,
     `"excludeTools": ["ShellTool(rm -rf)"]` will block the `rm -rf` command.
-    **Deprecated**: Use the [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) instead.
   - **Default**: No tools excluded.
   - **Example:** `"excludeTools": ["run_shell_command", "findFiles"]`.
   - **Security Note:** Command-specific restrictions in `excludeTools` for
@@ -217,6 +215,14 @@ a few things you can try in order of recommendation:
     MCP servers of their own. This should not be used as an airtight security
     mechanism.
 
+- **`autoAccept`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Controls whether the CLI automatically accepts and executes
+    tool calls that are considered safe (e.g., read-only operations) without
+    explicit user confirmation. If set to `true`, the CLI will bypass the
+    confirmation prompt for tools deemed safe.
+  - **Default:** `false`
+  - **Example:** `"autoAccept": true`
+
 - **`theme`** (string):
   - **Description:** Sets the visual [theme](../cli/themes.md) for Gemini CLI.
   - **Default:** `"Default"`

docs/get-started/configuration.md

@@ -96,15 +96,12 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
 
 <!-- SETTINGS-AUTOGEN:START -->
 
-#### `policyPaths`
-
-- **`policyPaths`** (array):
-  - **Description:** Additional policy files or directories to load.
-  - **Default:** `[]`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 #### `general`
 
+- **`general.previewFeatures`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable preview features (e.g., preview models).
+  - **Default:** `false`
+
 - **`general.preferredEditor`** (string):
   - **Description:** The preferred editor to open files in.
   - **Default:** `undefined`
@@ -113,18 +110,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Description:** Enable Vim keybindings
   - **Default:** `false`
 
-- **`general.defaultApprovalMode`** (enum):
-  - **Description:** The default approval mode for tool execution. 'default'
-    prompts for approval, 'auto_edit' auto-approves edit tools, 'plan' is
-    read-only mode, and 'deep_work' is iterative execution mode. 'yolo' is not
-    supported yet.
-  - **Default:** `"default"`
-  - **Values:** `"default"`, `"auto_edit"`, `"plan"`, `"deep_work"`
-
-- **`general.devtools`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enable DevTools inspector on launch.
-  - **Default:** `false`
-
 - **`general.enableAutoUpdate`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Enable automatic updates.
   - **Default:** `true`
@@ -185,15 +170,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
     available options.
   - **Default:** `undefined`
 
-- **`ui.autoThemeSwitching`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Automatically switch between default light and dark themes
-    based on terminal background color.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-
-- **`ui.terminalBackgroundPollingInterval`** (number):
-  - **Description:** Interval in seconds to poll the terminal background color.
-  - **Default:** `60`
-
 - **`ui.customThemes`** (object):
   - **Description:** Custom theme definitions.
   - **Default:** `{}`
@@ -203,11 +179,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`ui.inlineThinkingMode`** (enum):
-  - **Description:** Display model thinking inline: off or full.
-  - **Default:** `"off"`
-  - **Values:** `"off"`, `"full"`
-
 - **`ui.showStatusInTitle`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Show Gemini CLI model thoughts in the terminal window title
     during the working phase
@@ -228,10 +199,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Description:** Hide helpful tips in the UI
   - **Default:** `false`
 
-- **`ui.showShortcutsHint`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Show the "? for shortcuts" hint above the input.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-
 - **`ui.hideBanner`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Hide the application banner
   - **Default:** `false`
@@ -277,8 +244,8 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Description:** Show the model name in the chat for each model turn.
   - **Default:** `false`
 
-- **`ui.showUserIdentity`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Show the logged-in user's identity (e.g. email) in the UI.
+- **`ui.useFullWidth`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Use the entire width of the terminal for output.
   - **Default:** `true`
 
 - **`ui.useAlternateBuffer`** (boolean):
@@ -287,10 +254,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`ui.useBackgroundColor`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Whether to use background colors in the UI.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-
 - **`ui.incrementalRendering`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Enable incremental rendering for the UI. This option will
     reduce flickering but may cause rendering artifacts. Only supported when
@@ -298,10 +261,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `true`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`ui.showSpinner`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Show the spinner during operations.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-
 - **`ui.customWittyPhrases`** (array):
   - **Description:** Custom witty phrases to display during loading. When
     provided, the CLI cycles through these instead of the defaults.
@@ -359,12 +318,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `0.5`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`model.disableLoopDetection`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Disable automatic detection and prevention of infinite
-    loops.
-  - **Default:** `false`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 - **`model.skipNextSpeakerCheck`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Skip the next speaker check.
   - **Default:** `true`
@@ -455,12 +408,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
           "model": "gemini-2.5-flash"
         }
       },
-      "gemini-3-flash-base": {
-        "extends": "base",
-        "modelConfig": {
-          "model": "gemini-3-flash-preview"
-        }
-      },
       "classifier": {
         "extends": "base",
         "modelConfig": {
@@ -516,7 +463,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
         }
       },
       "web-search": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {
           "generateContentConfig": {
             "tools": [
@@ -528,7 +475,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
         }
       },
       "web-fetch": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {
           "generateContentConfig": {
             "tools": [
@@ -540,25 +487,25 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
         }
       },
       "web-fetch-fallback": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {}
       },
       "loop-detection": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {}
       },
       "loop-detection-double-check": {
         "extends": "base",
         "modelConfig": {
-          "model": "gemini-3-pro-preview"
+          "model": "gemini-2.5-pro"
         }
       },
       "llm-edit-fixer": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {}
       },
       "next-speaker-checker": {
-        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
         "modelConfig": {}
       },
       "chat-compression-3-pro": {
@@ -588,7 +535,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
       },
       "chat-compression-default": {
         "modelConfig": {
-          "model": "gemini-3-pro-preview"
+          "model": "gemini-2.5-pro"
         }
       }
     }
@@ -665,14 +612,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `true`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`context.fileFiltering.customIgnoreFilePaths`** (array):
-  - **Description:** Additional ignore file paths to respect. These files take
-    precedence over .geminiignore and .gitignore. Files earlier in the array
-    take precedence over files later in the array, e.g. the first file takes
-    precedence over the second one.
-  - **Default:** `[]`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 #### `tools`
 
 - **`tools.sandbox`** (boolean | string):
@@ -706,6 +645,11 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
     performance.
   - **Default:** `true`
 
+- **`tools.autoAccept`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Automatically accept and execute tool calls that are
+    considered safe (e.g., read-only operations).
+  - **Default:** `false`
+
 - **`tools.core`** (array):
   - **Description:** Restrict the set of built-in tools with an allowlist. Match
     semantics mirror tools.allowed; see the built-in tools documentation for
@@ -743,10 +687,20 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
     implementation. Provides faster search performance.
   - **Default:** `true`
 
+- **`tools.enableToolOutputTruncation`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable truncation of large tool outputs.
+  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
 - **`tools.truncateToolOutputThreshold`** (number):
-  - **Description:** Maximum characters to show when truncating large tool
-    outputs. Set to 0 or negative to disable truncation.
-  - **Default:** `40000`
+  - **Description:** Truncate tool output if it is larger than this many
+    characters. Set to -1 to disable.
+  - **Default:** `4000000`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`tools.truncateToolOutputLines`** (number):
+  - **Description:** The number of lines to keep when truncating tool output.
+  - **Default:** `1000`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
 - **`tools.disableLLMCorrection`** (boolean):
@@ -756,6 +710,12 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `true`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
+- **`tools.enableHooks`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enables the hooks system experiment. When disabled, the
+    hooks system is completely deactivated regardless of other settings.
+  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
 #### `mcp`
 
 - **`mcp.serverCommand`** (string):
@@ -796,16 +756,9 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`security.allowedExtensions`** (array):
-  - **Description:** List of Regex patterns for allowed extensions. If nonempty,
-    only extensions that match the patterns in this list are allowed. Overrides
-    the blockGitExtensions setting.
-  - **Default:** `[]`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 - **`security.folderTrust.enabled`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Setting to track whether Folder trust is enabled.
-  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
 - **`security.environmentVariableRedaction.allowed`** (array):
@@ -866,28 +819,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
 
 #### `experimental`
 
-- **`experimental.toolOutputMasking.enabled`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enables tool output masking to save tokens.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
-- **`experimental.toolOutputMasking.toolProtectionThreshold`** (number):
-  - **Description:** Minimum number of tokens to protect from masking (most
-    recent tool outputs).
-  - **Default:** `50000`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
-- **`experimental.toolOutputMasking.minPrunableTokensThreshold`** (number):
-  - **Description:** Minimum prunable tokens required to trigger a masking pass.
-  - **Default:** `30000`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
-- **`experimental.toolOutputMasking.protectLatestTurn`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Ensures the absolute latest turn is never masked,
-    regardless of token count.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 - **`experimental.enableAgents`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Enable local and remote subagents. Warning: Experimental
     feature, uses YOLO mode for subagents
@@ -901,11 +832,11 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
 
 - **`experimental.extensionConfig`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Enable requesting and fetching of extension settings.
-  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`experimental.extensionRegistry`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enable extension registry explore UI.
+- **`experimental.enableEventDrivenScheduler`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enables event-driven scheduler within the CLI session.
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
@@ -919,28 +850,55 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
+- **`experimental.skills`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable Agent Skills (experimental).
+  - **Default:** `false`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.enabled`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable the Codebase Investigator agent.
+  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.maxNumTurns`** (number):
+  - **Description:** Maximum number of turns for the Codebase Investigator
+    agent.
+  - **Default:** `10`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.maxTimeMinutes`** (number):
+  - **Description:** Maximum time for the Codebase Investigator agent (in
+    minutes).
+  - **Default:** `3`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.thinkingBudget`** (number):
+  - **Description:** The thinking budget for the Codebase Investigator agent.
+  - **Default:** `8192`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+- **`experimental.codebaseInvestigatorSettings.model`** (string):
+  - **Description:** The model to use for the Codebase Investigator agent.
+  - **Default:** `"auto"`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
 - **`experimental.useOSC52Paste`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Use OSC 52 sequence for pasting instead of clipboardy
     (useful for remote sessions).
   - **Default:** `false`
 
+- **`experimental.cliHelpAgentSettings.enabled`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable the CLI Help Agent.
+  - **Default:** `true`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
 - **`experimental.plan`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Enable planning features (Plan Mode and tools).
   - **Default:** `false`
   - **Requires restart:** Yes
 
-- **`experimental.deepWork`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enable Deep Work mode (iterative execution mode and tools).
-  - **Default:** `false`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 #### `skills`
 
-- **`skills.enabled`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enable Agent Skills.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
-
 - **`skills.disabled`** (array):
   - **Description:** List of disabled skills.
   - **Default:** `[]`
@@ -951,8 +909,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
 - **`hooksConfig.enabled`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** Canonical toggle for the hooks system. When disabled, no
     hooks will be executed.
-  - **Default:** `true`
-  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+  - **Default:** `false`
 
 - **`hooksConfig.disabled`** (array):
   - **Description:** List of hook names (commands) that should be disabled.
@@ -1035,10 +992,6 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Description:** If false, disallows MCP servers from being used.
   - **Default:** `true`
 
-- **`admin.mcp.config`** (object):
-  - **Description:** Admin-configured MCP servers.
-  - **Default:** `{}`
-
 - **`admin.skills.enabled`** (boolean):
   - **Description:** If false, disallows agent skills from being used.
   - **Default:** `true`
@@ -1220,13 +1173,6 @@ the `advanced.excludedEnvVars` setting in your `settings.json` file.
   - Specifies the default Gemini model to use.
   - Overrides the hardcoded default
   - Example: `export GEMINI_MODEL="gemini-3-flash-preview"`
-- **`GEMINI_CLI_HOME`**:
-  - Specifies the root directory for Gemini CLI's user-level configuration and
-    storage.
-  - By default, this is the user's system home directory. The CLI will create a
-    `.gemini` folder inside this directory.
-  - Useful for shared compute environments or keeping CLI state isolated.
-  - Example: `export GEMINI_CLI_HOME="/path/to/user/config"`
 - **`GOOGLE_API_KEY`**:
   - Your Google Cloud API key.
   - Required for using Vertex AI in express mode.
@@ -1247,10 +1193,6 @@ the `advanced.excludedEnvVars` setting in your `settings.json` file.
   - **Description:** The path to your Google Application Credentials JSON file.
   - **Example:**
     `export GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS="/path/to/your/credentials.json"`
-- **`GOOGLE_GENAI_API_VERSION`**:
-  - Specifies the API version to use for Gemini API requests.
-  - When set, overrides the default API version used by the SDK.
-  - Example: `export GOOGLE_GENAI_API_VERSION="v1"`
 - **`OTLP_GOOGLE_CLOUD_PROJECT`**:
   - Your Google Cloud Project ID for Telemetry in Google Cloud
   - Example: `export OTLP_GOOGLE_CLOUD_PROJECT="YOUR_PROJECT_ID"`.
@@ -1303,10 +1245,7 @@ the `advanced.excludedEnvVars` setting in your `settings.json` file.
     few other folders, see
     `packages/cli/src/utils/sandbox-macos-permissive-open.sb`) but allows other
     operations.
-  - `restrictive-open`: Declines operations by default, allows network.
-  - `strict-open`: Restricts both reads and writes to the working directory,
-    allows network.
-  - `strict-proxied`: Same as `strict-open` but routes network through proxy.
+  - `strict`: Uses a strict profile that declines operations by default.
   - `<profile_name>`: Uses a custom profile. To define a custom profile, create
     a file named `sandbox-macos-<profile_name>.sb` in your project's `.gemini/`
     directory (e.g., `my-project/.gemini/sandbox-macos-custom.sb`).

docs/get-started/installation.md

@@ -1,98 +1,43 @@
-# Gemini CLI installation, execution, and releases
+# Gemini CLI installation, execution, and deployment
 
-This document provides an overview of Gemini CLI's sytem requriements,
-installation methods, and release types.
+Install and run Gemini CLI. This document provides an overview of Gemini CLI's
+installation methods and deployment architecture.
 
-## Recommended system specifications
+## How to install and/or run Gemini CLI
 
-- **Operating System:**
-  - macOS 15+
-  - Windows 11 24H2+
-  - Ubuntu 20.04+
-- **Hardware:**
-  - "Casual" usage: 4GB+ RAM (short sessions, common tasks and edits)
-  - "Power" usage: 16GB+ RAM (long sessions, large codebases, deep context)
-- **Runtime:** Node.js 20.0.0+
-- **Shell:** Bash or Zsh
-- **Location:**
-  [Gemini Code Assist supported locations](https://developers.google.com/gemini-code-assist/resources/available-locations#americas)
-- **Internet connection required**
+There are several ways to run Gemini CLI. The recommended option depends on how
+you intend to use Gemini CLI.
 
-## Install Gemini CLI
-
-We recommend most users install Gemini CLI using one of the following
-installation methods:
-
-- npm
-- Homebrew
-- MacPorts
-- Anaconda
-
-Note that Gemini CLI comes pre-installed on
-[**Cloud Shell**](https://docs.cloud.google.com/shell/docs) and
-[**Cloud Workstations**](https://cloud.google.com/workstations).
-
-### Install globally with npm
-
-```bash
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
-```
-
-### Install globally with Homebrew (macOS/Linux)
-
-```bash
-brew install gemini-cli
-```
-
-### Install globally with MacPorts (macOS)
-
-```bash
-sudo port install gemini-cli
-```
-
-### Install with Anaconda (for restricted environments)
-
-```bash
-# Create and activate a new environment
-conda create -y -n gemini_env -c conda-forge nodejs
-conda activate gemini_env
-
-# Install Gemini CLI globally via npm (inside the environment)
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
-```
-
-## Run Gemini CLI
-
-For most users, we recommend running Gemini CLI with the `gemini` command:
-
-```bash
-gemini
-```
-
-For a list of options and additional commands, see the
-[CLI cheatsheet](/docs/cli/cli-reference.md).
-
-You can also run Gemini CLI using one of the following advanced methods:
-
-- Run instantly with npx. You can run Gemini CLI without permanent installation.
+- As a standard installation. This is the most straightforward method of using
+  Gemini CLI.
 - In a sandbox. This method offers increased security and isolation.
 - From the source. This is recommended for contributors to the project.
 
-### Run instantly with npx
+### 1. Standard installation (recommended for standard users)
 
-```bash
-# Using npx (no installation required)
-npx @google/gemini-cli
-```
+This is the recommended way for end-users to install Gemini CLI. It involves
+downloading the Gemini CLI package from the NPM registry.
 
-You can also execute the CLI directly from the main branch on GitHub, which is
-helpful for testing features still in development:
+- **Global install:**
 
-```bash
-npx https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli
-```
+  ```bash
+  npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
+  ```
 
-### Run in a sandbox (Docker/Podman)
+  Then, run the CLI from anywhere:
+
+  ```bash
+  gemini
+  ```
+
+- **NPX execution:**
+
+  ```bash
+  # Execute the latest version from NPM without a global install
+  npx @google/gemini-cli
+  ```
+
+### 2. Run in a sandbox (Docker/Podman)
 
 For security and isolation, Gemini CLI can be run inside a container. This is
 the default way that the CLI executes tools that might have side effects.
@@ -111,7 +56,7 @@ the default way that the CLI executes tools that might have side effects.
   gemini --sandbox -y -p "your prompt here"
   ```
 
-### Run from source (recommended for Gemini CLI contributors)
+### 3. Run from source (recommended for Gemini CLI contributors)
 
 Contributors to the project will want to run the CLI directly from the source
 code.
@@ -134,41 +79,63 @@ code.
   gemini
   ```
 
-## Releases
+---
 
-Gemini CLI has three release channels: nightly, preview, and stable. For most
-users, we recommend the stable release, which is the default installation.
+### 4. Running the latest Gemini CLI commit from GitHub
 
-### Stable
-
-New stable releases are published each week. The stable release is the promotion
-of last week's `preview` release along with any bug fixes. The stable release
-uses `latest` tag, but omitting the tag also installs the latest stable release
-by default:
+You can run the most recently committed version of Gemini CLI directly from the
+GitHub repository. This is useful for testing features still in development.
 
 ```bash
-# Both commands install the latest stable release.
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@latest
+# Execute the CLI directly from the main branch on GitHub
+npx https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli
 ```
 
-### Preview
+## Deployment architecture
 
-New preview releases will be published each week. These releases are not fully
-vetted and may contain regressions or other outstanding issues. Try out the
-preview release by using the `preview` tag:
+The execution methods described above are made possible by the following
+architectural components and processes:
 
-```bash
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
-```
+**NPM packages**
 
-### Nightly
+Gemini CLI project is a monorepo that publishes two core packages to the NPM
+registry:
 
-Nightly releases are published every day. The nightly release includes all
-changes from the main branch at time of release. It should be assumed there are
-pending validations and issues. You can help test the latest changes by
-installing with the `nightly` tag:
+- `@google/gemini-cli-core`: The backend, handling logic and tool execution.
+- `@google/gemini-cli`: The user-facing frontend.
 
-```bash
-npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@nightly
-```
+These packages are used when performing the standard installation and when
+running Gemini CLI from the source.
+
+**Build and packaging processes**
+
+There are two distinct build processes used, depending on the distribution
+channel:
+
+- **NPM publication:** For publishing to the NPM registry, the TypeScript source
+  code in `@google/gemini-cli-core` and `@google/gemini-cli` is transpiled into
+  standard JavaScript using the TypeScript Compiler (`tsc`). The resulting
+  `dist/` directory is what gets published in the NPM package. This is a
+  standard approach for TypeScript libraries.
+
+- **GitHub `npx` execution:** When running the latest version of Gemini CLI
+  directly from GitHub, a different process is triggered by the `prepare` script
+  in `package.json`. This script uses `esbuild` to bundle the entire application
+  and its dependencies into a single, self-contained JavaScript file. This
+  bundle is created on-the-fly on the user's machine and is not checked into the
+  repository.
+
+**Docker sandbox image**
+
+The Docker-based execution method is supported by the `gemini-cli-sandbox`
+container image. This image is published to a container registry and contains a
+pre-installed, global version of Gemini CLI.
+
+## Release process
+
+The release process is automated through GitHub Actions. The release workflow
+performs the following actions:
+
+1.  Build the NPM packages using `tsc`.
+2.  Publish the NPM packages to the artifact registry.
+3.  Create GitHub releases with bundled assets.

docs/hooks/best-practices.md

@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-# Hooks Best Practices
+# Hooks on Gemini CLI: Best practices
 
 This guide covers security considerations, performance optimization, debugging
 techniques, and privacy considerations for developing and deploying hooks in
@@ -15,20 +15,21 @@ using parallel operations:
 // Sequential operations are slower
 const data1 = await fetch(url1).then((r) => r.json());
 const data2 = await fetch(url2).then((r) => r.json());
+const data3 = await fetch(url3).then((r) => r.json());
 
 // Prefer parallel operations for better performance
 // Start requests concurrently
 const p1 = fetch(url1).then((r) => r.json());
 const p2 = fetch(url2).then((r) => r.json());
+const p3 = fetch(url3).then((r) => r.json());
 
 // Wait for all results
-const [data1, data2] = await Promise.all([p1, p2]);
+const [data1, data2, data3] = await Promise.all([p1, p2, p3]);
 ```
 
 ### Cache expensive operations
 
-Store results between invocations to avoid repeated computation, especially for
-hooks that run frequently (like `BeforeTool` or `AfterModel`).
+Store results between invocations to avoid repeated computation:
 
 ```javascript
 const fs = require('fs');
@@ -53,7 +54,6 @@ async function main() {
   const cacheKey = `tool-list-${(Date.now() / 3600000) | 0}`; // Hourly cache
 
   if (cache[cacheKey]) {
-    // Write JSON to stdout
     console.log(JSON.stringify(cache[cacheKey]));
     return;
   }
@@ -70,20 +70,32 @@ async function main() {
 ### Use appropriate events
 
 Choose hook events that match your use case to avoid unnecessary execution.
+`AfterAgent` fires once per agent loop completion, while `AfterModel` fires
+after every LLM call (potentially multiple times per loop):
 
-- **`AfterAgent`**: Fires **once** per turn after the model finishes its final
-  response. Use this for quality validation (Retries) or final logging.
-- **`AfterModel`**: Fires after **every chunk** of LLM output. Use this for
-  real-time redaction, PII filtering, or monitoring output as it streams.
-
-If you only need to check the final completion, use `AfterAgent` to save
-performance.
+```json
+// If checking final completion, use AfterAgent instead of AfterModel
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "AfterAgent": [
+      {
+        "matcher": "*",
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "name": "final-checker",
+            "command": "./check-completion.sh"
+          }
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
 
 ### Filter with matchers
 
 Use specific matchers to avoid unnecessary hook execution. Instead of matching
-all tools with `*`, specify only the tools you need. This saves the overhead of
-spawning a process for irrelevant events.
+all tools with `*`, specify only the tools you need:
 
 ```json
 {
@@ -91,7 +103,6 @@ spawning a process for irrelevant events.
   "hooks": [
     {
       "name": "validate-writes",
-      "type": "command",
       "command": "./validate.sh"
     }
   ]
@@ -100,32 +111,30 @@ spawning a process for irrelevant events.
 
 ### Optimize JSON parsing
 
-For large inputs (like `AfterModel` receiving a large context), standard JSON
-parsing can be slow. If you only need one field, consider streaming parsers or
-lightweight extraction logic, though for most shell scripts `jq` is sufficient.
+For large inputs, use streaming JSON parsers to avoid loading everything into
+memory:
+
+```javascript
+// Standard approach: parse entire input
+const input = JSON.parse(await readStdin());
+const content = input.tool_input.content;
+
+// For very large inputs: stream and extract only needed fields
+const { createReadStream } = require('fs');
+const JSONStream = require('JSONStream');
+
+const stream = createReadStream(0).pipe(JSONStream.parse('tool_input.content'));
+let content = '';
+stream.on('data', (chunk) => {
+  content += chunk;
+});
+```
 
 ## Debugging
 
-### The "Strict JSON" rule
-
-The most common cause of hook failure is "polluting" the standard output.
-
-- **stdout** is for **JSON only**.
-- **stderr** is for **logs and text**.
-
-**Good:**
-
-```bash
-#!/bin/bash
-echo "Starting check..." >&2  # <--- Redirect to stderr
-echo '{"decision": "allow"}'
-
-```
-
 ### Log to files
 
-Since hooks run in the background, writing to a dedicated log file is often the
-easiest way to debug complex logic.
+Write debug information to dedicated log files:
 
 ```bash
 #!/usr/bin/env bash
@@ -142,9 +151,6 @@ log "Received input: ${input:0:100}..."
 # Hook logic here
 
 log "Hook completed successfully"
-# Always output valid JSON to stdout at the end, even if just empty
-echo "{}"
-
 ```
 
 ### Use stderr for errors
@@ -156,7 +162,6 @@ try {
   const result = dangerousOperation();
   console.log(JSON.stringify({ result }));
 } catch (error) {
-  // Write the error description to stderr so the user/agent sees it
   console.error(`Hook error: ${error.message}`);
   process.exit(2); // Blocking error
 }
@@ -164,8 +169,7 @@ try {
 
 ### Test hooks independently
 
-Run hook scripts manually with sample JSON input to verify they behave as
-expected before hooking them up to the CLI.
+Run hook scripts manually with sample JSON input:
 
 ```bash
 # Create test input
@@ -187,46 +191,33 @@ cat test-input.json | .gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh
 
 # Check exit code
 echo "Exit code: $?"
-
 ```
 
 ### Check exit codes
 
-Gemini CLI uses exit codes for high-level flow control:
-
-- **Exit 0 (Success)**: The hook ran successfully. The CLI parses `stdout` for
-  JSON decisions.
-- **Exit 2 (System Block)**: A critical block occurred. `stderr` is used as the
-  reason.
-  - For **Agent/Model** events, this aborts the turn.
-  - For **Tool** events, this blocks the tool but allows the agent to continue.
-  - For **AfterAgent**, this triggers an automatic retry turn.
-
-> **TIP**
->
-> **Blocking vs. Stopping**: Use `decision: "deny"` (or Exit Code 2) to block a
-> **specific action**. Use `{"continue": false}` in your JSON output to **kill
-> the entire agent loop** immediately.
+Ensure your script returns the correct exit code:
 
 ```bash
 #!/usr/bin/env bash
-set -e
+set -e  # Exit on error
 
 # Hook logic
+process_input() {
+  # ...
+}
+
 if process_input; then
-  echo '{"decision": "allow"}'
+  echo "Success message"
   exit 0
 else
-  echo "Critical validation failure" >&2
+  echo "Error message" >&2
   exit 2
 fi
-
 ```
 
 ### Enable telemetry
 
-Hook execution is logged when `telemetry.logPrompts` is enabled. You can view
-these logs to debug execution flow.
+Hook execution is logged when `telemetry.logPrompts` is enabled:
 
 ```json
 {
@@ -236,10 +227,11 @@ these logs to debug execution flow.
 }
 ```
 
+View hook telemetry in logs to debug execution issues.
+
 ### Use hook panel
 
-The `/hooks panel` command inside the CLI shows execution status and recent
-output:
+The `/hooks panel` command shows execution status and recent output:
 
 ```bash
 /hooks panel
@@ -263,64 +255,18 @@ Begin with basic logging hooks before implementing complex logic:
 # Simple logging hook to understand input structure
 input=$(cat)
 echo "$input" >> .gemini/hook-inputs.log
-# Always return valid JSON
-echo "{}"
-
-```
-
-### Documenting your hooks
-
-Maintainability is critical for complex hook systems. Use descriptions and
-comments to help yourself and others understand why a hook exists.
-
-**Use the `description` field**: This text is displayed in the `/hooks panel` UI
-and helps diagnose issues.
-
-```json
-{
-  "hooks": {
-    "BeforeTool": [
-      {
-        "matcher": "write_file|replace",
-        "hooks": [
-          {
-            "name": "secret-scanner",
-            "type": "command",
-            "command": "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/block-secrets.sh",
-            "description": "Scans code changes for API keys and secrets before writing"
-          }
-        ]
-      }
-    ]
-  }
-}
-```
-
-**Add comments in hook scripts**: Explain performance expectations and
-dependencies.
-
-```javascript
-#!/usr/bin/env node
-/**
- * RAG Tool Filter Hook
- *
- * Reduces the tool space by extracting keywords from the user's request.
- *
- * Performance: ~500ms average
- * Dependencies: @google/generative-ai
- */
+echo "Logged input"
 ```
 
 ### Use JSON libraries
 
-Parse JSON with proper libraries instead of text processing.
+Parse JSON with proper libraries instead of text processing:
 
 **Bad:**
 
 ```bash
 # Fragile text parsing
 tool_name=$(echo "$input" | grep -oP '"tool_name":\s*"\K[^"]+')
-
 ```
 
 **Good:**
@@ -328,7 +274,6 @@ tool_name=$(echo "$input" | grep -oP '"tool_name":\s*"\K[^"]+')
 ```bash
 # Robust JSON parsing
 tool_name=$(echo "$input" | jq -r '.tool_name')
-
 ```
 
 ### Make scripts executable
@@ -338,7 +283,6 @@ Always make hook scripts executable:
 ```bash
 chmod +x .gemini/hooks/*.sh
 chmod +x .gemini/hooks/*.js
-
 ```
 
 ### Version control
@@ -348,7 +292,7 @@ Commit hooks to share with your team:
 ```bash
 git add .gemini/hooks/
 git add .gemini/settings.json
-
+git commit -m "Add project hooks for security and testing"
 ```
 
 **`.gitignore` considerations:**
@@ -362,10 +306,295 @@ git add .gemini/settings.json
 # Keep hook scripts
 !.gemini/hooks/*.sh
 !.gemini/hooks/*.js
-
 ```
 
-## Hook security
+### Document behavior
+
+Add descriptions to help others understand your hooks:
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "BeforeTool": [
+      {
+        "matcher": "write_file|replace",
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "name": "secret-scanner",
+            "type": "command",
+            "command": "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/block-secrets.sh",
+            "description": "Scans code changes for API keys, passwords, and other secrets before writing"
+          }
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+Add comments in hook scripts:
+
+```javascript
+#!/usr/bin/env node
+/**
+ * RAG Tool Filter Hook
+ *
+ * This hook reduces the tool space from 100+ tools to ~15 relevant ones
+ * by extracting keywords from the user's request and filtering tools
+ * based on semantic similarity.
+ *
+ * Performance: ~500ms average, cached tool embeddings
+ * Dependencies: @google/generative-ai
+ */
+```
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Hook not executing
+
+**Check hook name in `/hooks panel`:**
+
+```bash
+/hooks panel
+```
+
+Verify the hook appears in the list and is enabled.
+
+**Verify matcher pattern:**
+
+```bash
+# Test regex pattern
+echo "write_file|replace" | grep -E "write_.*|replace"
+```
+
+**Check disabled list:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "disabled": ["my-hook-name"]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Ensure script is executable:**
+
+```bash
+ls -la .gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh
+chmod +x .gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh
+```
+
+**Verify script path:**
+
+```bash
+# Check path expansion
+echo "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh"
+
+# Verify file exists
+test -f "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh" && echo "File exists"
+```
+
+### Hook timing out
+
+**Check configured timeout:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "name": "slow-hook",
+  "timeout": 60000
+}
+```
+
+**Optimize slow operations:**
+
+```javascript
+// Before: Sequential operations (slow)
+for (const item of items) {
+  await processItem(item);
+}
+
+// After: Parallel operations (fast)
+await Promise.all(items.map((item) => processItem(item)));
+```
+
+**Use caching:**
+
+```javascript
+const cache = new Map();
+
+async function getCachedData(key) {
+  if (cache.has(key)) {
+    return cache.get(key);
+  }
+  const data = await fetchData(key);
+  cache.set(key, data);
+  return data;
+}
+```
+
+**Consider splitting into multiple faster hooks:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "BeforeTool": [
+      {
+        "matcher": "write_file",
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "name": "quick-check",
+            "command": "./quick-validation.sh",
+            "timeout": 1000
+          }
+        ]
+      },
+      {
+        "matcher": "write_file",
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "name": "deep-check",
+            "command": "./deep-analysis.sh",
+            "timeout": 30000
+          }
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+### Invalid JSON output
+
+**Validate JSON before outputting:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+output='{"decision": "allow"}'
+
+# Validate JSON
+if echo "$output" | jq empty 2>/dev/null; then
+  echo "$output"
+else
+  echo "Invalid JSON generated" >&2
+  exit 1
+fi
+```
+
+**Ensure proper quoting and escaping:**
+
+```javascript
+// Bad: Unescaped string interpolation
+const message = `User said: ${userInput}`;
+console.log(JSON.stringify({ message }));
+
+// Good: Automatic escaping
+console.log(JSON.stringify({ message: `User said: ${userInput}` }));
+```
+
+**Check for binary data or control characters:**
+
+```javascript
+function sanitizeForJSON(str) {
+  return str.replace(/[\x00-\x1F\x7F-\x9F]/g, ''); // Remove control chars
+}
+
+const cleanContent = sanitizeForJSON(content);
+console.log(JSON.stringify({ content: cleanContent }));
+```
+
+### Exit code issues
+
+**Verify script returns correct codes:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+set -e  # Exit on error
+
+# Processing logic
+if validate_input; then
+  echo "Success"
+  exit 0
+else
+  echo "Validation failed" >&2
+  exit 2
+fi
+```
+
+**Check for unintended errors:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+# Don't use 'set -e' if you want to handle errors explicitly
+# set -e
+
+if ! command_that_might_fail; then
+  # Handle error
+  echo "Command failed but continuing" >&2
+fi
+
+# Always exit explicitly
+exit 0
+```
+
+**Use trap for cleanup:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+
+cleanup() {
+  # Cleanup logic
+  rm -f /tmp/hook-temp-*
+}
+
+trap cleanup EXIT
+
+# Hook logic here
+```
+
+### Environment variables not available
+
+**Check if variable is set:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+
+if [ -z "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR" ]; then
+  echo "GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR not set" >&2
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+if [ -z "$CUSTOM_VAR" ]; then
+  echo "Warning: CUSTOM_VAR not set, using default" >&2
+  CUSTOM_VAR="default-value"
+fi
+```
+
+**Debug available variables:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+
+# List all environment variables
+env > .gemini/hook-env.log
+
+# Check specific variables
+echo "GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR: $GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR" >> .gemini/hook-env.log
+echo "GEMINI_SESSION_ID: $GEMINI_SESSION_ID" >> .gemini/hook-env.log
+echo "GEMINI_API_KEY: ${GEMINI_API_KEY:+<set>}" >> .gemini/hook-env.log
+```
+
+**Use .env files:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+
+# Load .env file if it exists
+if [ -f "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.env" ]; then
+  source "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.env"
+fi
+```
+
+## Using Hooks Securely
 
 ### Threat Model
 
@@ -392,10 +621,11 @@ When you open a project with hooks defined in `.gemini/settings.json`:
    it).
 5. **Trust**: The hook is marked as "trusted" for this project.
 
-> **Modification detection**: If the `command` string of a project hook is
-> changed (e.g., by a `git pull`), its identity changes. Gemini CLI will treat
-> it as a **new, untrusted hook** and warn you again. This prevents malicious
-> actors from silently swapping a verified command for a malicious one.
+> [!IMPORTANT] **Modification Detection**: If the `command` string of a project
+> hook is changed (e.g., by a `git pull`), its identity changes. Gemini CLI will
+> treat it as a **new, untrusted hook** and warn you again. This prevents
+> malicious actors from silently swapping a verified command for a malicious
+> one.
 
 ### Risks
 
@@ -416,134 +646,32 @@ When you open a project with hooks defined in `.gemini/settings.json`:
   publishers, well-known community members).
 - Be cautious with obfuscated scripts or compiled binaries from unknown sources.
 
-#### Sanitize environment
+#### Sanitize Environment
 
 Hooks inherit the environment of the Gemini CLI process, which may include
-sensitive API keys. Gemini CLI provides a
-[redaction system](/docs/get-started/configuration#environment-variable-redaction)
-that automatically filters variables matching sensitive patterns (e.g., `KEY`,
-`TOKEN`).
+sensitive API keys. Gemini CLI attempts to sanitize sensitive variables, but you
+should be cautious.
 
-> **Disabled by Default**: Environment redaction is currently **OFF by
-> default**. We strongly recommend enabling it if you are running third-party
-> hooks or working in sensitive environments.
+- **Avoid printing environment variables** to stdout/stderr unless necessary.
+- **Use `.env` files** to securely manage sensitive variables, ensuring they are
+  excluded from version control.
 
-**Impact on hooks:**
-
-- **Security**: Prevents your hook scripts from accidentally leaking secrets.
-- **Troubleshooting**: If your hook depends on a specific environment variable
-  that is being blocked, you must explicitly allow it in `settings.json`.
+**System Administrators:** You can enforce environment variable redaction by
+default in the system configuration (e.g., `/etc/gemini-cli/settings.json`):
 
 ```json
 {
   "security": {
     "environmentVariableRedaction": {
       "enabled": true,
-      "allowed": ["MY_REQUIRED_TOOL_KEY"]
+      "blocked": ["MY_SECRET_KEY"],
+      "allowed": ["SAFE_VAR"]
     }
   }
 }
 ```
 
-**System administrators:** You can enforce redaction for all users in the system
-configuration.
-
-## Troubleshooting
-
-### Hook not executing
-
-**Check hook name in `/hooks panel`:** Verify the hook appears in the list and
-is enabled.
-
-**Verify matcher pattern:**
-
-```bash
-# Test regex pattern
-echo "write_file|replace" | grep -E "write_.*|replace"
-
-```
-
-**Check disabled list:** Verify the hook is not listed in your `settings.json`:
-
-```json
-{
-  "hooks": {
-    "disabled": ["my-hook-name"]
-  }
-}
-```
-
-**Ensure script is executable**: For macOS and Linux users, verify the script
-has execution permissions:
-
-```bash
-ls -la .gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh
-chmod +x .gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh
-```
-
-**Verify script path:** Ensure the path in `settings.json` resolves correctly.
-
-```bash
-# Check path expansion
-echo "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh"
-
-# Verify file exists
-test -f "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh" && echo "File exists"
-```
-
-### Hook timing out
-
-**Check configured timeout:** The default is 60000ms (1 minute). You can
-increase this in `settings.json`:
-
-```json
-{
-  "name": "slow-hook",
-  "timeout": 120000
-}
-```
-
-**Optimize slow operations:** Move heavy processing to background tasks or use
-caching.
-
-### Invalid JSON output
-
-**Validate JSON before outputting:**
-
-```bash
-#!/usr/bin/env bash
-output='{"decision": "allow"}'
-
-# Validate JSON
-if echo "$output" | jq empty 2>/dev/null; then
-  echo "$output"
-else
-  echo "Invalid JSON generated" >&2
-  exit 1
-fi
-
-```
-
-### Environment variables not available
-
-**Check if variable is set:**
-
-```bash
-#!/usr/bin/env bash
-if [ -z "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR" ]; then
-  echo "GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR not set" >&2
-  exit 1
-fi
-
-```
-
-**Debug available variables:**
-
-```bash
-env > .gemini/hook-env.log
-```
-
-## Authoring secure hooks
+## Authoring Secure Hooks
 
 When writing your own hooks, follow these practices to ensure they are robust
 and secure.
@@ -585,7 +713,6 @@ defaults to 60 seconds, but you should set stricter limits for fast hooks.
         "hooks": [
           {
             "name": "fast-validator",
-            "type": "command",
             "command": "./hooks/validate.sh",
             "timeout": 5000 // 5 seconds
           }
@@ -639,17 +766,40 @@ function containsSecret(content) {
 
 ## Privacy considerations
 
-Hook inputs and outputs may contain sensitive information.
+Hook inputs and outputs may contain sensitive information. Gemini CLI respects
+the `telemetry.logPrompts` setting for hook data logging.
 
 ### What data is collected
 
-Hook telemetry may include inputs (prompts, code) and outputs (decisions,
-reasons) unless disabled.
+Hook telemetry may include:
+
+- **Hook inputs:** User prompts, tool arguments, file contents
+- **Hook outputs:** Hook responses, decision reasons, added context
+- **Standard streams:** stdout and stderr from hook processes
+- **Execution metadata:** Hook name, event type, duration, success/failure
 
 ### Privacy settings
 
-**Disable PII logging:** If you are working with sensitive data, disable prompt
-logging in your settings:
+**Enabled (default):**
+
+Full hook I/O is logged to telemetry. Use this when:
+
+- Developing and debugging hooks
+- Telemetry is redirected to a trusted enterprise system
+- You understand and accept the privacy implications
+
+**Disabled:**
+
+Only metadata is logged (event name, duration, success/failure). Hook inputs and
+outputs are excluded. Use this when:
+
+- Sending telemetry to third-party systems
+- Working with sensitive data
+- Privacy regulations require minimizing data collection
+
+### Configuration
+
+**Disable PII logging in settings:**
 
 ```json
 {
@@ -659,19 +809,48 @@ logging in your settings:
 }
 ```
 
-**Suppress Output:** Individual hooks can request their metadata be hidden from
-logs and telemetry by returning `"suppressOutput": true` in their JSON response.
+**Disable via environment variable:**
 
-> **Note**
-
-> `suppressOutput` only affects background logging. Any `systemMessage` or
-> `reason` included in the JSON will still be displayed to the user in the
-> terminal.
+```bash
+export GEMINI_TELEMETRY_LOG_PROMPTS=false
+```
 
 ### Sensitive data in hooks
 
 If your hooks process sensitive data:
 
-1. **Minimize logging:** Don't write sensitive data to log files.
-2. **Sanitize outputs:** Remove sensitive data before outputting JSON or writing
-   to stderr.
+1. **Minimize logging:** Don't write sensitive data to log files
+2. **Sanitize outputs:** Remove sensitive data before outputting
+3. **Use secure storage:** Encrypt sensitive data at rest
+4. **Limit access:** Restrict hook script permissions
+
+**Example sanitization:**
+
+```javascript
+function sanitizeOutput(data) {
+  const sanitized = { ...data };
+
+  // Remove sensitive fields
+  delete sanitized.apiKey;
+  delete sanitized.password;
+
+  // Redact sensitive strings
+  if (sanitized.content) {
+    sanitized.content = sanitized.content.replace(
+      /api[_-]?key\s*[:=]\s*['"]?[a-zA-Z0-9_-]{20,}['"]?/gi,
+      '[REDACTED]',
+    );
+  }
+
+  return sanitized;
+}
+
+console.log(JSON.stringify(sanitizeOutput(hookOutput)));
+```
+
+## Learn more
+
+- [Hooks Reference](index.md) - Complete API reference
+- [Writing Hooks](writing-hooks.md) - Tutorial and examples
+- [Configuration](../get-started/configuration.md) - Gemini CLI settings
+- [Hooks Design Document](../hooks-design.md) - Technical architecture

docs/hooks/index.md

@@ -1,104 +1,112 @@
-# Gemini CLI hooks
+# Gemini CLI hooks (experimental)
 
 Hooks are scripts or programs that Gemini CLI executes at specific points in the
 agentic loop, allowing you to intercept and customize behavior without modifying
 the CLI's source code.
 
+> [!NOTE] **Hooks are currently an experimental feature.**
+>
+> To use hooks, you must explicitly enable them in your `settings.json`:
+>
+> ```json
+> {
+>   "tools": { "enableHooks": true },
+>   "hooks": { "enabled": true }
+> }
+> ```
+>
+> Both of these are needed in this experimental phase.
+
+See [writing hooks guide](writing-hooks.md) for a tutorial on creating your
+first hook and a comprehensive example.
+
+See [hooks reference](reference.md) for the technical specification of the I/O
+schemas.
+
+See [best practices](best-practices.md) for guidelines on security, performance,
+and debugging.
+
 ## What are hooks?
 
+With hooks, you can:
+
+- **Add context:** Inject relevant information before the model processes a
+  request
+- **Validate actions:** Review and block potentially dangerous operations
+- **Enforce policies:** Implement security and compliance requirements
+- **Log interactions:** Track tool usage and model responses
+- **Optimize behavior:** Dynamically adjust tool selection or model parameters
+
 Hooks run synchronously as part of the agent loop—when a hook event fires,
 Gemini CLI waits for all matching hooks to complete before continuing.
 
-With hooks, you can:
+## Security and Risks
 
-- **Add context:** Inject relevant information (like git history) before the
-  model processes a request.
-- **Validate actions:** Review tool arguments and block potentially dangerous
-  operations.
-- **Enforce policies:** Implement security scanners and compliance checks.
-- **Log interactions:** Track tool usage and model responses for auditing.
-- **Optimize behavior:** Dynamically filter available tools or adjust model
-  parameters.
+> **Warning: Hooks execute arbitrary code with your user privileges.**
+>
+> By configuring hooks, you are explicitly allowing Gemini CLI to run shell
+> commands on your machine. Malicious or poorly configured hooks can:
 
-### Getting started
+- **Exfiltrate data**: Read sensitive files (`.env`, ssh keys) and send them to
+  remote servers.
+- **Modify system**: Delete files, install malware, or change system settings.
+- **Consume resources**: Run infinite loops or crash your system.
 
-- **[Writing hooks guide](/docs/hooks/writing-hooks)**: A tutorial on creating
-  your first hook with comprehensive examples.
-- **[Best practices](/docs/hooks/best-practices)**: Guidelines on security,
-  performance, and debugging.
-- **[Hooks reference](/docs/hooks/reference)**: The definitive technical
-  specification of I/O schemas and exit codes.
+**Project-level hooks** (in `.gemini/settings.json`) and **Extension hooks** are
+particularly risky when opening third-party projects or extensions from
+untrusted authors. Gemini CLI will **warn you** the first time it detects a new
+project hook (identified by its name and command), but it is **your
+responsibility** to review these hooks (and any installed extensions) before
+trusting them.
+
+> **Note:** Extension hooks are subject to a mandatory security warning and
+> consent flow during extension installation or update if hooks are detected.
+> You must explicitly approve the installation or update of any extension that
+> contains hooks.
+
+See [Security Considerations](best-practices.md#using-hooks-securely) for a
+detailed threat model and mitigation strategies.
 
 ## Core concepts
 
 ### Hook events
 
-Hooks are triggered by specific events in Gemini CLI's lifecycle.
+Hooks are triggered by specific events in Gemini CLI's lifecycle. The following
+table lists all available hook events:
 
-| Event                 | When It Fires                                  | Impact                 | Common Use Cases                             |
-| --------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- | ---------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
-| `SessionStart`        | When a session begins (startup, resume, clear) | Inject Context         | Initialize resources, load context           |
-| `SessionEnd`          | When a session ends (exit, clear)              | Advisory               | Clean up, save state                         |
-| `BeforeAgent`         | After user submits prompt, before planning     | Block Turn / Context   | Add context, validate prompts, block turns   |
-| `AfterAgent`          | When agent loop ends                           | Retry / Halt           | Review output, force retry or halt execution |
-| `BeforeModel`         | Before sending request to LLM                  | Block Turn / Mock      | Modify prompts, swap models, mock responses  |
-| `AfterModel`          | After receiving LLM response                   | Block Turn / Redact    | Filter/redact responses, log interactions    |
-| `BeforeToolSelection` | Before LLM selects tools                       | Filter Tools           | Filter available tools, optimize selection   |
-| `BeforeTool`          | Before a tool executes                         | Block Tool / Rewrite   | Validate arguments, block dangerous ops      |
-| `AfterTool`           | After a tool executes                          | Block Result / Context | Process results, run tests, hide results     |
-| `PreCompress`         | Before context compression                     | Advisory               | Save state, notify user                      |
-| `Notification`        | When a system notification occurs              | Advisory               | Forward to desktop alerts, logging           |
+| Event                 | When It Fires                                 | Common Use Cases                           |
+| --------------------- | --------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------ |
+| `SessionStart`        | When a session begins                         | Initialize resources, load context         |
+| `SessionEnd`          | When a session ends                           | Clean up, save state                       |
+| `BeforeAgent`         | After user submits prompt, before planning    | Add context, validate prompts              |
+| `AfterAgent`          | When agent loop ends                          | Review output, force continuation          |
+| `BeforeModel`         | Before sending request to LLM                 | Modify prompts, add instructions           |
+| `AfterModel`          | After receiving LLM response                  | Filter responses, log interactions         |
+| `BeforeToolSelection` | Before LLM selects tools (after BeforeModel)  | Filter available tools, optimize selection |
+| `BeforeTool`          | Before a tool executes                        | Validate arguments, block dangerous ops    |
+| `AfterTool`           | After a tool executes                         | Process results, run tests                 |
+| `PreCompress`         | Before context compression                    | Save state, notify user                    |
+| `Notification`        | When a notification occurs (e.g., permission) | Auto-approve, log decisions                |
 
-### Global mechanics
+### Hook types
 
-Understanding these core principles is essential for building robust hooks.
+Gemini CLI currently supports **command hooks** that run shell commands or
+scripts:
 
-#### Strict JSON requirements (The "Golden Rule")
+```json
+{
+  "type": "command",
+  "command": "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/my-hook.sh",
+  "timeout": 30000
+}
+```
 
-Hooks communicate via `stdin` (Input) and `stdout` (Output).
+**Note:** Plugin hooks (npm packages) are planned for a future release.
 
-1. **Silence is Mandatory**: Your script **must not** print any plain text to
-   `stdout` other than the final JSON object. **Even a single `echo` or `print`
-   call before the JSON will break parsing.**
-2. **Pollution = Failure**: If `stdout` contains non-JSON text, parsing will
-   fail. The CLI will default to "Allow" and treat the entire output as a
-   `systemMessage`.
-3. **Debug via Stderr**: Use `stderr` for **all** logging and debugging (e.g.,
-   `echo "debug" >&2`). Gemini CLI captures `stderr` but never attempts to parse
-   it as JSON.
+### Matchers
 
-#### Exit codes
-
-Gemini CLI uses exit codes to determine the high-level outcome of a hook
-execution:
-
-| Exit Code | Label            | Behavioral Impact                                                                                                                                                            |
-| --------- | ---------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| **0**     | **Success**      | The `stdout` is parsed as JSON. **Preferred code** for all logic, including intentional blocks (e.g., `{"decision": "deny"}`).                                               |
-| **2**     | **System Block** | **Critical Block**. The target action (tool, turn, or stop) is aborted. `stderr` is used as the rejection reason. High severity; used for security stops or script failures. |
-| **Other** | **Warning**      | Non-fatal failure. A warning is shown, but the interaction proceeds using original parameters.                                                                               |
-
-#### Matchers
-
-You can filter which specific tools or triggers fire your hook using the
-`matcher` field.
-
-- **Tool events** (`BeforeTool`, `AfterTool`): Matchers are **Regular
-  Expressions**. (e.g., `"write_.*"`).
-- **Lifecycle events**: Matchers are **Exact Strings**. (e.g., `"startup"`).
-- **Wildcards**: `"*"` or `""` (empty string) matches all occurrences.
-
-## Configuration
-
-Hooks are configured in `settings.json`. Gemini CLI merges configurations from
-multiple layers in the following order of precedence (highest to lowest):
-
-1.  **Project settings**: `.gemini/settings.json` in the current directory.
-2.  **User settings**: `~/.gemini/settings.json`.
-3.  **System settings**: `/etc/gemini-cli/settings.json`.
-4.  **Extensions**: Hooks defined by installed extensions.
-
-### Configuration schema
+For tool-related events (`BeforeTool`, `AfterTool`), you can filter which tools
+trigger the hook:
 
 ```json
 {
@@ -106,12 +114,382 @@ multiple layers in the following order of precedence (highest to lowest):
     "BeforeTool": [
       {
         "matcher": "write_file|replace",
+        "hooks": [
+          /* hooks for write operations */
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Matcher patterns:**
+
+- **Exact match:** `"read_file"` matches only `read_file`
+- **Regex:** `"write_.*|replace"` matches `write_file`, `replace`
+- **Wildcard:** `"*"` or `""` matches all tools
+
+**Session event matchers:**
+
+- **SessionStart:** `startup`, `resume`, `clear`
+- **SessionEnd:** `exit`, `clear`, `logout`, `prompt_input_exit`
+- **PreCompress:** `manual`, `auto`
+- **Notification:** `ToolPermission`
+
+## Hook input/output contract
+
+### Command hook communication
+
+Hooks communicate via:
+
+- **Input:** JSON on stdin
+- **Output:** Exit code + stdout/stderr
+
+### Exit codes
+
+- **0:** Success - stdout shown to user (or injected as context for some events)
+- **2:** Blocking error - stderr shown to agent/user, operation may be blocked
+- **Other:** Non-blocking warning - logged but execution continues
+
+### Common input fields
+
+Every hook receives these base fields:
+
+```json
+{
+  "session_id": "abc123",
+  "transcript_path": "/path/to/transcript.jsonl",
+  "cwd": "/path/to/project",
+  "hook_event_name": "BeforeTool",
+  "timestamp": "2025-12-01T10:30:00Z"
+  // ... event-specific fields
+}
+```
+
+### Event-specific fields
+
+#### BeforeTool
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "tool_name": "write_file",
+  "tool_input": {
+    "file_path": "/path/to/file.ts",
+    "content": "..."
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Output (JSON on stdout):**
+
+```json
+{
+  "decision": "allow|deny|ask|block",
+  "reason": "Explanation shown to agent",
+  "systemMessage": "Message shown to user"
+}
+```
+
+Or simple exit codes:
+
+- Exit 0 = allow (stdout shown to user)
+- Exit 2 = deny (stderr shown to agent)
+
+#### AfterTool
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "tool_name": "read_file",
+  "tool_input": { "file_path": "..." },
+  "tool_response": "file contents..."
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "decision": "allow|deny",
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "AfterTool",
+    "additionalContext": "Extra context for agent"
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### BeforeAgent
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "prompt": "Fix the authentication bug"
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "decision": "allow|deny",
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "BeforeAgent",
+    "additionalContext": "Recent project decisions: ..."
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### BeforeModel
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "llm_request": {
+    "model": "gemini-2.0-flash-exp",
+    "messages": [{ "role": "user", "content": "Hello" }],
+    "config": { "temperature": 0.7 },
+    "toolConfig": {
+      "functionCallingConfig": {
+        "mode": "AUTO",
+        "allowedFunctionNames": ["read_file", "write_file"]
+      }
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "decision": "allow",
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "BeforeModel",
+    "llm_request": {
+      "messages": [
+        { "role": "system", "content": "Additional instructions..." },
+        { "role": "user", "content": "Hello" }
+      ]
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### AfterModel
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "llm_request": {
+    "model": "gemini-2.0-flash-exp",
+    "messages": [
+      /* ... */
+    ],
+    "config": {
+      /* ... */
+    },
+    "toolConfig": {
+      /* ... */
+    }
+  },
+  "llm_response": {
+    "text": "string",
+    "candidates": [
+      {
+        "content": {
+          "role": "model",
+          "parts": ["array of content parts"]
+        },
+        "finishReason": "STOP"
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "AfterModel",
+    "llm_response": {
+      "candidate": {
+        /* modified response */
+      }
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### BeforeToolSelection
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "llm_request": {
+    "model": "gemini-2.0-flash-exp",
+    "messages": [
+      /* ... */
+    ],
+    "toolConfig": {
+      "functionCallingConfig": {
+        "mode": "AUTO",
+        "allowedFunctionNames": [
+          /* 100+ tools */
+        ]
+      }
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "BeforeToolSelection",
+    "toolConfig": {
+      "functionCallingConfig": {
+        "mode": "ANY",
+        "allowedFunctionNames": ["read_file", "write_file", "replace"]
+      }
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+Or simple output (comma-separated tool names sets mode to ANY):
+
+```bash
+echo "read_file,write_file,replace"
+```
+
+#### SessionStart
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "source": "startup|resume|clear"
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "hookSpecificOutput": {
+    "hookEventName": "SessionStart",
+    "additionalContext": "Loaded 5 project memories"
+  }
+}
+```
+
+#### SessionEnd
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "reason": "exit|clear|logout|prompt_input_exit|other"
+}
+```
+
+No structured output expected (but stdout/stderr logged).
+
+#### PreCompress
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "trigger": "manual|auto"
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "systemMessage": "Compression starting..."
+}
+```
+
+#### Notification
+
+**Input:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "notification_type": "ToolPermission",
+  "message": "string",
+  "details": {
+    /* notification details */
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Output:**
+
+```json
+{
+  "systemMessage": "Notification logged"
+}
+```
+
+## Configuration
+
+Hook definitions are configured in `settings.json` files using the `hooks`
+object. Configuration can be specified at multiple levels with defined
+precedence rules.
+
+### Configuration layers
+
+Hook configurations are applied in the following order of execution (lower
+numbers run first):
+
+1.  **Project settings:** `.gemini/settings.json` in your project directory
+    (highest priority)
+2.  **User settings:** `~/.gemini/settings.json`
+3.  **System settings:** `/etc/gemini-cli/settings.json`
+4.  **Extensions:** Internal hooks defined by installed extensions (lowest
+    priority). See [Extensions documentation](../extensions/index.md#hooks) for
+    details on how extensions define and configure hooks.
+
+#### Deduplication and shadowing
+
+If multiple hooks with the identical **name** and **command** are discovered
+across different configuration layers, Gemini CLI deduplicates them. The hook
+from the higher-priority layer (e.g., Project) will be kept, and others will be
+ignored.
+
+Within each level, hooks run in the order they are declared in the
+configuration.
+
+### Configuration schema
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "EventName": [
+      {
+        "matcher": "pattern",
         "hooks": [
           {
-            "name": "security-check",
+            "name": "hook-identifier",
             "type": "command",
-            "command": "$GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR/.gemini/hooks/security.sh",
-            "timeout": 5000
+            "command": "./path/to/script.sh",
+            "description": "What this hook does",
+            "timeout": 30000
           }
         ]
       }
@@ -120,45 +498,226 @@ multiple layers in the following order of precedence (highest to lowest):
 }
 ```
 
-#### Hook configuration fields
+**Configuration properties:**
 
-| Field         | Type   | Required  | Description                                                          |
-| :------------ | :----- | :-------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `type`        | string | **Yes**   | The execution engine. Currently only `"command"` is supported.       |
-| `command`     | string | **Yes\*** | The shell command to execute. (Required when `type` is `"command"`). |
-| `name`        | string | No        | A friendly name for identifying the hook in logs and CLI commands.   |
-| `timeout`     | number | No        | Execution timeout in milliseconds (default: 60000).                  |
-| `description` | string | No        | A brief explanation of the hook's purpose.                           |
-
----
+- **`name`** (string, recommended): Unique identifier for the hook used in
+  `/hooks enable/disable` commands. If omitted, the `command` path is used as
+  the identifier.
+- **`type`** (string, required): Hook type - currently only `"command"` is
+  supported
+- **`command`** (string, required): Path to the script or command to execute
+- **`description`** (string, optional): Human-readable description shown in
+  `/hooks panel`
+- **`timeout`** (number, optional): Timeout in milliseconds (default: 60000)
+- **`matcher`** (string, optional): Pattern to filter when hook runs (event
+  matchers only)
 
 ### Environment variables
 
-Hooks are executed with a sanitized environment.
+Hooks have access to:
 
-- `GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR`: The absolute path to the project root.
-- `GEMINI_SESSION_ID`: The unique ID for the current session.
-- `GEMINI_CWD`: The current working directory.
-- `CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR`: (Alias) Provided for compatibility.
-
-## Security and risks
-
-> **Warning: Hooks execute arbitrary code with your user privileges.** By
-> configuring hooks, you are allowing scripts to run shell commands on your
-> machine.
-
-**Project-level hooks** are particularly risky when opening untrusted projects.
-Gemini CLI **fingerprints** project hooks. If a hook's name or command changes
-(e.g., via `git pull`), it is treated as a **new, untrusted hook** and you will
-be warned before it executes.
-
-See [Security Considerations](/docs/hooks/best-practices#using-hooks-securely)
-for a detailed threat model.
+- `GEMINI_PROJECT_DIR`: Project root directory
+- `GEMINI_SESSION_ID`: Current session ID
+- `GEMINI_API_KEY`: Gemini API key (if configured)
+- All other environment variables from the parent process
 
 ## Managing hooks
 
-Use the CLI commands to manage hooks without editing JSON manually:
+### View registered hooks
 
-- **View hooks:** `/hooks panel`
-- **Enable/Disable all:** `/hooks enable-all` or `/hooks disable-all`
-- **Toggle individual:** `/hooks enable <name>` or `/hooks disable <name>`
+Use the `/hooks panel` command to view all registered hooks:
+
+```bash
+/hooks panel
+```
+
+This command displays:
+
+- All configured hooks organized by event
+- Hook source (user, project, system)
+- Hook type (command or plugin)
+- Individual hook status (enabled/disabled)
+
+### Enable and disable all hooks at once
+
+You can enable or disable all hooks at once using commands:
+
+```bash
+/hooks enable-all
+/hooks disable-all
+```
+
+These commands provide a shortcut to enable or disable all configured hooks
+without managing them individually. The `enable-all` command removes all hooks
+from the `hooks.disabled` array, while `disable-all` adds all configured hooks
+to the disabled list. Changes take effect immediately without requiring a
+restart.
+
+### Enable and disable individual hooks
+
+You can enable or disable individual hooks using commands:
+
+```bash
+/hooks enable hook-name
+/hooks disable hook-name
+```
+
+These commands allow you to control hook execution without editing configuration
+files. The hook name should match the `name` field in your hook configuration.
+Changes made via these commands are persisted to your settings. The settings are
+saved to workspace scope if available, otherwise to your global user settings
+(`~/.gemini/settings.json`).
+
+### Disabled hooks configuration
+
+To permanently disable hooks, add them to the `hooks.disabled` array in your
+`settings.json`:
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "disabled": ["secret-scanner", "auto-test"]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Note:** The `hooks.disabled` array uses a UNION merge strategy. Disabled hooks
+from all configuration levels (user, project, system) are combined and
+deduplicated, meaning a hook disabled at any level remains disabled.
+
+## Migration from Claude Code
+
+If you have hooks configured for Claude Code, you can migrate them:
+
+```bash
+gemini hooks migrate --from-claude
+```
+
+This command:
+
+- Reads `.claude/settings.json`
+- Converts event names (`PreToolUse` → `BeforeTool`, etc.)
+- Translates tool names (`Bash` → `run_shell_command`, `replace` → `replace`)
+- Updates matcher patterns
+- Writes to `.gemini/settings.json`
+
+### Event name mapping
+
+| Claude Code        | Gemini CLI     |
+| ------------------ | -------------- |
+| `PreToolUse`       | `BeforeTool`   |
+| `PostToolUse`      | `AfterTool`    |
+| `UserPromptSubmit` | `BeforeAgent`  |
+| `Stop`             | `AfterAgent`   |
+| `Notification`     | `Notification` |
+| `SessionStart`     | `SessionStart` |
+| `SessionEnd`       | `SessionEnd`   |
+| `PreCompact`       | `PreCompress`  |
+
+### Tool name mapping
+
+| Claude Code | Gemini CLI            |
+| ----------- | --------------------- |
+| `Bash`      | `run_shell_command`   |
+| `Edit`      | `replace`             |
+| `Read`      | `read_file`           |
+| `Write`     | `write_file`          |
+| `Glob`      | `glob`                |
+| `Grep`      | `search_file_content` |
+| `LS`        | `list_directory`      |
+
+## Tool and Event Matchers Reference
+
+### Available tool names for matchers
+
+The following built-in tools can be used in `BeforeTool` and `AfterTool` hook
+matchers:
+
+#### File operations
+
+- `read_file` - Read a single file
+- `read_many_files` - Read multiple files at once
+- `write_file` - Create or overwrite a file
+- `replace` - Edit file content with find/replace
+
+#### File system
+
+- `list_directory` - List directory contents
+- `glob` - Find files matching a pattern
+- `search_file_content` - Search within file contents
+
+#### Execution
+
+- `run_shell_command` - Execute shell commands
+
+#### Web and external
+
+- `google_web_search` - Google Search with grounding
+- `web_fetch` - Fetch web page content
+
+#### Agent features
+
+- `write_todos` - Manage TODO items
+- `save_memory` - Save information to memory
+- `delegate_to_agent` - Delegate tasks to sub-agents
+
+#### Example matchers
+
+```json
+{
+  "matcher": "write_file|replace" // File editing tools
+}
+```
+
+```json
+{
+  "matcher": "read_.*" // All read operations
+}
+```
+
+```json
+{
+  "matcher": "run_shell_command" // Only shell commands
+}
+```
+
+```json
+{
+  "matcher": "*" // All tools
+}
+```
+
+### Event-specific matchers
+
+#### SessionStart event matchers
+
+- `startup` - Fresh session start
+- `resume` - Resuming a previous session
+- `clear` - Session cleared
+
+#### SessionEnd event matchers
+
+- `exit` - Normal exit
+- `clear` - Session cleared
+- `logout` - User logged out
+- `prompt_input_exit` - Exit from prompt input
+- `other` - Other reasons
+
+#### PreCompress event matchers
+
+- `manual` - Manually triggered compression
+- `auto` - Automatically triggered compression
+
+#### Notification event matchers
+
+- `ToolPermission` - Tool permission notifications
+
+## Learn more
+
+- [Writing Hooks](writing-hooks.md) - Tutorial and comprehensive example
+- [Best Practices](best-practices.md) - Security, performance, and debugging
+- [Custom Commands](../cli/custom-commands.md) - Create reusable prompt
+  shortcuts
+- [Configuration](../get-started/configuration.md) - Gemini CLI configuration
+  options
+- [Hooks Design Document](../hooks-design.md) - Technical architecture details

docs/hooks/reference.md

@@ -1,322 +1,178 @@
-# Hooks reference
+# Hooks Reference
 
 This document provides the technical specification for Gemini CLI hooks,
-including JSON schemas and API details.
+including the JSON schemas for input and output, exit code behaviors, and the
+stable model API.
 
-## Global hook mechanics
+## Communication Protocol
 
-- **Communication**: `stdin` for Input (JSON), `stdout` for Output (JSON), and
-  `stderr` for logs and feedback.
-- **Exit codes**:
-  - `0`: Success. `stdout` is parsed as JSON. **Preferred for all logic.**
-  - `2`: System Block. The action is blocked; `stderr` is used as the rejection
-    reason.
-  - `Other`: Warning. A non-fatal failure occurred; the CLI continues with a
-    warning.
-- **Silence is Mandatory**: Your script **must not** print any plain text to
-  `stdout` other than the final JSON.
+Hooks communicate with Gemini CLI via standard streams and exit codes:
+
+- **Input**: Gemini CLI sends a JSON object to the hook's `stdin`.
+- **Output**: The hook sends a JSON object (or plain text) to `stdout`.
+- **Exit Codes**: Used to signal success or blocking errors.
+
+### Exit Code Behavior
+
+| Exit Code | Meaning            | Behavior                                                                                        |
+| :-------- | :----------------- | :---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `0`       | **Success**        | `stdout` is parsed as JSON. If parsing fails, it's treated as a `systemMessage`.                |
+| `2`       | **Blocking Error** | Interrupts the current operation. `stderr` is shown to the agent (for tool events) or the user. |
+| Other     | **Warning**        | Execution continues. `stderr` is logged as a non-blocking warning.                              |
 
 ---
 
-## Configuration schema
+## Input Schema (`stdin`)
 
-Hooks are defined in `settings.json` within the `hooks` object. Each event
-(e.g., `BeforeTool`) contains an array of **hook definitions**.
+Every hook receives a base JSON object. Extra fields are added depending on the
+specific event.
 
-### Hook definition
+### Base Fields (All Events)
 
-| Field        | Type      | Required | Description                                                                             |
-| :----------- | :-------- | :------- | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `matcher`    | `string`  | No       | A regex (for tools) or exact string (for lifecycle) to filter when the hook runs.       |
-| `sequential` | `boolean` | No       | If `true`, hooks in this group run one after another. If `false`, they run in parallel. |
-| `hooks`      | `array`   | **Yes**  | An array of **hook configurations**.                                                    |
+| Field             | Type     | Description                                           |
+| :---------------- | :------- | :---------------------------------------------------- |
+| `session_id`      | `string` | Unique identifier for the current CLI session.        |
+| `transcript_path` | `string` | Path to the session's JSON transcript (if available). |
+| `cwd`             | `string` | The current working directory.                        |
+| `hook_event_name` | `string` | The name of the firing event (e.g., `BeforeTool`).    |
+| `timestamp`       | `string` | ISO 8601 timestamp of the event.                      |
 
-### Hook configuration
+### Event-Specific Fields
 
-| Field         | Type     | Required  | Description                                                          |
-| :------------ | :------- | :-------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `type`        | `string` | **Yes**   | The execution engine. Currently only `"command"` is supported.       |
-| `command`     | `string` | **Yes\*** | The shell command to execute. (Required when `type` is `"command"`). |
-| `name`        | `string` | No        | A friendly name for identifying the hook in logs and CLI commands.   |
-| `timeout`     | `number` | No        | Execution timeout in milliseconds (default: 60000).                  |
-| `description` | `string` | No        | A brief explanation of the hook's purpose.                           |
+#### Tool Events (`BeforeTool`, `AfterTool`)
+
+- `tool_name`: (`string`) The internal name of the tool (e.g., `write_file`,
+  `run_shell_command`).
+- `tool_input`: (`object`) The arguments passed to the tool.
+- `tool_response`: (`object`, **AfterTool only**) The raw output from the tool
+  execution.
+- `mcp_context`: (`object`, **optional**) Present only for MCP tool invocations.
+  Contains server identity information:
+  - `server_name`: (`string`) The configured name of the MCP server.
+  - `tool_name`: (`string`) The original tool name from the MCP server.
+  - `command`: (`string`, optional) For stdio transport, the command used to
+    start the server.
+  - `args`: (`string[]`, optional) For stdio transport, the command arguments.
+  - `cwd`: (`string`, optional) For stdio transport, the working directory.
+  - `url`: (`string`, optional) For SSE/HTTP transport, the server URL.
+  - `tcp`: (`string`, optional) For WebSocket transport, the TCP address.
+
+#### Agent Events (`BeforeAgent`, `AfterAgent`)
+
+- `prompt`: (`string`) The user's submitted prompt.
+- `prompt_response`: (`string`, **AfterAgent only**) The final response text
+  from the model.
+- `stop_hook_active`: (`boolean`, **AfterAgent only**) Indicates if a stop hook
+  is already handling a continuation.
+
+#### Model Events (`BeforeModel`, `AfterModel`, `BeforeToolSelection`)
+
+- `llm_request`: (`LLMRequest`) A stable representation of the outgoing request.
+  See [Stable Model API](#stable-model-api).
+- `llm_response`: (`LLMResponse`, **AfterModel only**) A stable representation
+  of the incoming response.
+
+#### Session & Notification Events
+
+- `source`: (`startup` | `resume` | `clear`, **SessionStart only**) The trigger
+  source.
+- `reason`: (`exit` | `clear` | `logout` | `prompt_input_exit` | `other`,
+  **SessionEnd only**) The reason for session end.
+- `trigger`: (`manual` | `auto`, **PreCompress only**) What triggered the
+  compression event.
+- `notification_type`: (`ToolPermission`, **Notification only**) The type of
+  notification being fired.
+- `message`: (`string`, **Notification only**) The notification message.
+- `details`: (`object`, **Notification only**) Payload-specific details for the
+  notification.
 
 ---
 
-## Base input schema
+## Output Schema (`stdout`)
 
-All hooks receive these common fields via `stdin`:
+If the hook exits with `0`, the CLI attempts to parse `stdout` as JSON.
 
-```typescript
-{
-  "session_id": string,      // Unique ID for the current session
-  "transcript_path": string, // Absolute path to session transcript JSON
-  "cwd": string,             // Current working directory
-  "hook_event_name": string, // The firing event (e.g. "BeforeTool")
-  "timestamp": string        // ISO 8601 execution time
-}
-```
+### Common Output Fields
 
----
+| Field                | Type      | Description                                                                            |
+| :------------------- | :-------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `decision`           | `string`  | One of: `allow`, `deny`, `block`, `ask`, `approve`.                                    |
+| `reason`             | `string`  | Explanation shown to the **agent** when a decision is `deny` or `block`.               |
+| `systemMessage`      | `string`  | Message displayed in Gemini CLI terminal to provide warning or context to the **user** |
+| `continue`           | `boolean` | If `false`, immediately terminates the agent loop for this turn.                       |
+| `stopReason`         | `string`  | Message shown to the user when `continue` is `false`.                                  |
+| `suppressOutput`     | `boolean` | If `true`, the hook execution is hidden from the CLI transcript.                       |
+| `hookSpecificOutput` | `object`  | Container for event-specific data (see below).                                         |
 
-## Common output fields
+### `hookSpecificOutput` Reference
 
-Most hooks support these fields in their `stdout` JSON:
-
-| Field            | Type      | Description                                                                    |
-| :--------------- | :-------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| `systemMessage`  | `string`  | Displayed immediately to the user in the terminal.                             |
-| `suppressOutput` | `boolean` | If `true`, hides internal hook metadata from logs/telemetry.                   |
-| `continue`       | `boolean` | If `false`, stops the entire agent loop immediately.                           |
-| `stopReason`     | `string`  | Displayed to the user when `continue` is `false`.                              |
-| `decision`       | `string`  | `"allow"` or `"deny"` (alias `"block"`). Specific impact depends on the event. |
-| `reason`         | `string`  | The feedback/error message provided when a `decision` is `"deny"`.             |
-
----
-
-## Tool hooks
-
-### Matchers and tool names
-
-For `BeforeTool` and `AfterTool` events, the `matcher` field in your settings is
-compared against the name of the tool being executed.
-
-- **Built-in Tools**: You can match any built-in tool (e.g., `read_file`,
-  `run_shell_command`). See the [Tools Reference](/docs/tools) for a full list
-  of available tool names.
-- **MCP Tools**: Tools from MCP servers follow the naming pattern
-  `mcp__<server_name>__<tool_name>`.
-- **Regex Support**: Matchers support regular expressions (e.g.,
-  `matcher: "read_.*"` matches all file reading tools).
-
-### `BeforeTool`
-
-Fires before a tool is invoked. Used for argument validation, security checks,
-and parameter rewriting.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `tool_name`: (`string`) The name of the tool being called.
-  - `tool_input`: (`object`) The raw arguments generated by the model.
-  - `mcp_context`: (`object`) Optional metadata for MCP-based tools.
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` (or `"block"`) to prevent the tool from
-    executing.
-  - `reason`: Required if denied. This text is sent **to the agent** as a tool
-    error, allowing it to respond or retry.
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.tool_input`: An object that **merges with and
-    overrides** the model's arguments before execution.
-  - `continue`: Set to `false` to **kill the entire agent loop** immediately.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Block Tool)**: Prevents execution. Uses `stderr` as the
-  `reason` sent to the agent. **The turn continues.**
-
-### `AfterTool`
-
-Fires after a tool executes. Used for result auditing, context injection, or
-hiding sensitive output from the agent.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `tool_name`: (`string`)
-  - `tool_input`: (`object`) The original arguments.
-  - `tool_response`: (`object`) The result containing `llmContent`,
-    `returnDisplay`, and optional `error`.
-  - `mcp_context`: (`object`)
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` to hide the real tool output from the agent.
-  - `reason`: Required if denied. This text **replaces** the tool result sent
-    back to the model.
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.additionalContext`: Text that is **appended** to the
-    tool result for the agent.
-  - `continue`: Set to `false` to **kill the entire agent loop** immediately.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Block Result)**: Hides the tool result. Uses `stderr` as the
-  replacement content sent to the agent. **The turn continues.**
-
----
-
-## Agent hooks
-
-### `BeforeAgent`
-
-Fires after a user submits a prompt, but before the agent begins planning. Used
-for prompt validation or injecting dynamic context.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `prompt`: (`string`) The original text submitted by the user.
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.additionalContext`: Text that is **appended** to the
-    prompt for this turn only.
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` to block the turn and **discard the user's
-    message** (it will not appear in history).
-  - `continue`: Set to `false` to block the turn but **save the message to
-    history**.
-  - `reason`: Required if denied or stopped.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Block Turn)**: Aborts the turn and erases the prompt from
-  context. Same as `decision: "deny"`.
-
-### `AfterAgent`
-
-Fires once per turn after the model generates its final response. Primary use
-case is response validation and automatic retries.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `prompt`: (`string`) The user's original request.
-  - `prompt_response`: (`string`) The final text generated by the agent.
-  - `stop_hook_active`: (`boolean`) Indicates if this hook is already running as
-    part of a retry sequence.
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` to **reject the response** and force a retry.
-  - `reason`: Required if denied. This text is sent **to the agent as a new
-    prompt** to request a correction.
-  - `continue`: Set to `false` to **stop the session** without retrying.
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.clearContext`: If `true`, clears conversation history
-    (LLM memory) while preserving UI display.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Retry)**: Rejects the response and triggers an automatic retry
-  turn using `stderr` as the feedback prompt.
-
----
-
-## Model hooks
-
-### `BeforeModel`
-
-Fires before sending a request to the LLM. Operates on a stable, SDK-agnostic
-request format.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `llm_request`: (`object`) Contains `model`, `messages`, and `config`
-    (generation params).
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.llm_request`: An object that **overrides** parts of the
-    outgoing request (e.g., changing models or temperature).
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.llm_response`: A **Synthetic Response** object. If
-    provided, the CLI skips the LLM call entirely and uses this as the response.
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` to block the request and abort the turn.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Block Turn)**: Aborts the turn and skips the LLM call. Uses
-  `stderr` as the error message.
-
-### `BeforeToolSelection`
-
-Fires before the LLM decides which tools to call. Used to filter the available
-toolset or force specific tool modes.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `llm_request`: (`object`) Same format as `BeforeModel`.
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.toolConfig.mode`: (`"AUTO" | "ANY" | "NONE"`)
-    - `"NONE"`: Disables all tools (Wins over other hooks).
-    - `"ANY"`: Forces at least one tool call.
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.toolConfig.allowedFunctionNames`: (`string[]`) Whitelist
-    of tool names.
-- **Union Strategy**: Multiple hooks' whitelists are **combined**.
-- **Limitations**: Does **not** support `decision`, `continue`, or
-  `systemMessage`.
-
-### `AfterModel`
-
-Fires immediately after an LLM response chunk is received. Used for real-time
-redaction or PII filtering.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `llm_request`: (`object`) The original request.
-  - `llm_response`: (`object`) The model's response (or a single chunk during
-    streaming).
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.llm_response`: An object that **replaces** the model's
-    response chunk.
-  - `decision`: Set to `"deny"` to discard the response chunk and block the
-    turn.
-  - `continue`: Set to `false` to **kill the entire agent loop** immediately.
-- **Note on Streaming**: Fired for **every chunk** generated by the model.
-  Modifying the response only affects the current chunk.
-- **Exit Code 2 (Block Response)**: Aborts the turn and discards the model's
-  output. Uses `stderr` as the error message.
-
----
-
-## Lifecycle & system hooks
-
-### `SessionStart`
-
-Fires on application startup, resuming a session, or after a `/clear` command.
-Used for loading initial context.
-
-- **Input fields**:
-  - `source`: (`"startup" | "resume" | "clear"`)
-- **Relevant output fields**:
-  - `hookSpecificOutput.additionalContext`: (`string`)
-    - **Interactive**: Injected as the first turn in history.
-    - **Non-interactive**: Prepended to the user's prompt.
-  - `systemMessage`: Shown at the start of the session.
-- **Advisory only**: `continue` and `decision` fields are **ignored**. Startup
-  is never blocked.
-
-### `SessionEnd`
-
-Fires when the CLI exits or a session is cleared. Used for cleanup or final
-telemetry.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `reason`: (`"exit" | "clear" | "logout" | "prompt_input_exit" | "other"`)
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `systemMessage`: Displayed to the user during shutdown.
-- **Best Effort**: The CLI **will not wait** for this hook to complete and
-  ignores all flow-control fields (`continue`, `decision`).
-
-### `Notification`
-
-Fires when the CLI emits a system alert (e.g., Tool Permissions). Used for
-external logging or cross-platform alerts.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `notification_type`: (`"ToolPermission"`)
-  - `message`: Summary of the alert.
-  - `details`: JSON object with alert-specific metadata (e.g., tool name, file
-    path).
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `systemMessage`: Displayed alongside the system alert.
-- **Observability Only**: This hook **cannot** block alerts or grant permissions
-  automatically. Flow-control fields are ignored.
-
-### `PreCompress`
-
-Fires before the CLI summarizes history to save tokens. Used for logging or
-state saving.
-
-- **Input Fields**:
-  - `trigger`: (`"auto" | "manual"`)
-- **Relevant Output Fields**:
-  - `systemMessage`: Displayed to the user before compression.
-- **Advisory Only**: Fired asynchronously. It **cannot** block or modify the
-  compression process. Flow-control fields are ignored.
+| Field               | Supported Events                           | Description                                                                       |
+| :------------------ | :----------------------------------------- | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `additionalContext` | `SessionStart`, `BeforeAgent`, `AfterTool` | Appends text directly to the agent's context.                                     |
+| `llm_request`       | `BeforeModel`                              | A `Partial<LLMRequest>` to override parameters of the outgoing call.              |
+| `llm_response`      | `BeforeModel`                              | A **full** `LLMResponse` to bypass the model and provide a synthetic result.      |
+| `llm_response`      | `AfterModel`                               | A `Partial<LLMResponse>` to modify the model's response before the agent sees it. |
+| `toolConfig`        | `BeforeToolSelection`                      | Object containing `mode` (`AUTO`/`ANY`/`NONE`) and `allowedFunctionNames`.        |
 
 ---
 
 ## Stable Model API
 
-Gemini CLI uses these structures to ensure hooks don't break across SDK updates.
+Gemini CLI uses a decoupled format for model interactions to ensure hooks remain
+stable even if the underlying Gemini SDK changes.
 
-**LLMRequest**:
+### `LLMRequest` Object
+
+Used in `BeforeModel` and `BeforeToolSelection`.
+
+> 💡 **Note**: In v1, model hooks are primarily text-focused. Non-text parts
+> (like images or function calls) provided in the `content` array will be
+> simplified to their string representation by the translator.
 
 ```typescript
 {
   "model": string,
   "messages": Array<{
     "role": "user" | "model" | "system",
-    "content": string // Non-text parts are filtered out for hooks
+    "content": string | Array<{ "type": string, [key: string]: any }>
   }>,
-  "config": { "temperature": number, ... },
-  "toolConfig": { "mode": string, "allowedFunctionNames": string[] }
+  "config"?: {
+    "temperature"?: number,
+    "maxOutputTokens"?: number,
+    "topP"?: number,
+    "topK"?: number
+  },
+  "toolConfig"?: {
+    "mode"?: "AUTO" | "ANY" | "NONE",
+    "allowedFunctionNames"?: string[]
+  }
 }
-
 ```
 
-**LLMResponse**:
+### `LLMResponse` Object
+
+Used in `AfterModel` and as a synthetic response in `BeforeModel`.
 
 ```typescript
 {
+  "text"?: string,
   "candidates": Array<{
-    "content": { "role": "model", "parts": string[] },
-    "finishReason": string
+    "content": {
+      "role": "model",
+      "parts": string[]
+    },
+    "finishReason"?: "STOP" | "MAX_TOKENS" | "SAFETY" | "RECITATION" | "OTHER",
+    "index"?: number,
+    "safetyRatings"?: Array<{
+      "category": string,
+      "probability": string,
+      "blocked"?: boolean
+    }>
   }>,
-  "usageMetadata": { "totalTokenCount": number }
+  "usageMetadata"?: {
+    "promptTokenCount"?: number,
+    "candidatesTokenCount"?: number,
+    "totalTokenCount"?: number
+  }
 }
 ```

docs/index.md

@@ -1,121 +1,149 @@
-# Gemini CLI documentation
+# Welcome to Gemini CLI documentation
 
-Gemini CLI is an open-source AI agent that brings the power of Gemini directly
-into your terminal. It is designed to be a terminal-first, extensible, and
-powerful tool for developers, engineers, SREs, and beyond.
+This documentation provides a comprehensive guide to installing, using, and
+developing Gemini CLI, a tool that lets you interact with Gemini models through
+a command-line interface.
 
-Gemini CLI integrates with your local environment. It can read and edit files,
-execute shell commands, and search the web, all while maintaining your project
-context.
+## Gemini CLI overview
 
-## Get started
+Gemini CLI brings the capabilities of Gemini models to your terminal in an
+interactive Read-Eval-Print Loop (REPL) environment. Gemini CLI consists of a
+client-side application (`packages/cli`) that communicates with a local server
+(`packages/core`), which in turn manages requests to the Gemini API and its AI
+models. Gemini CLI also contains a variety of tools for tasks such as performing
+file system operations, running shells, and web fetching, which are managed by
+`packages/core`.
 
-Begin your journey with Gemini CLI by setting up your environment and learning
-the basics.
+## Navigating the documentation
 
-- **[Quickstart](./get-started/index.md):** A streamlined guide to get you
-  chatting in minutes.
-- **[Installation](./get-started/installation.md):** Instructions for macOS,
-  Linux, and Windows.
-- **[Authentication](./get-started/authentication.md):** Set up access using
-  Google OAuth, API keys, or Vertex AI.
-- **[Examples](./get-started/examples.md):** View common usage scenarios to
-  inspire your own workflows.
+This documentation is organized into the following sections:
 
-## Use Gemini CLI
+### Overview
 
-Master the core capabilities that let Gemini CLI interact with your system
-safely and effectively.
+- **[Architecture overview](./architecture.md):** Understand the high-level
+  design of Gemini CLI, including its components and how they interact.
+- **[Contribution guide](../CONTRIBUTING.md):** Information for contributors and
+  developers, including setup, building, testing, and coding conventions.
 
-- **[Using the CLI](./cli/index.md):** Learn the basics of the command-line
-  interface.
-- **[File management](./tools/file-system.md):** Grant the model the ability to
-  read code and apply changes directly to your files.
-- **[Shell commands](./tools/shell.md):** Allow the model to run builds, tests,
-  and git commands.
-- **[Memory management](./tools/memory.md):** Teach Gemini CLI facts about your
-  project and preferences that persist across sessions.
-- **[Project context](./cli/gemini-md.md):** Use `GEMINI.md` files to provide
-  persistent context for your projects.
-- **[Web search and fetch](./tools/web-search.md):** Enable the model to fetch
-  real-time information from the internet.
-- **[Session management](./cli/session-management.md):** Save, resume, and
-  organize your chat sessions.
+### Get started
 
-## Configuration
-
-Customize Gemini CLI to match your workflow and preferences.
-
-- **[Settings](./cli/settings.md):** Control response creativity, output
-  verbosity, and more.
-- **[Model selection](./cli/model.md):** Choose the best Gemini model for your
-  specific task.
-- **[Ignore files](./cli/gemini-ignore.md):** Use `.geminiignore` to keep
-  sensitive files out of the model's context.
-- **[Trusted folders](./cli/trusted-folders.md):** Define security boundaries
-  for file access and execution.
-- **[Token caching](./cli/token-caching.md):** Optimize performance and cost by
-  caching context.
-- **[Themes](./cli/themes.md):** Personalize the visual appearance of the CLI.
-
-## Advanced features
-
-Explore powerful features for complex workflows and enterprise environments.
-
-- **[Headless mode](./cli/headless.md):** Run Gemini CLI in scripts or CI/CD
-  pipelines for automated reasoning.
-- **[Sandboxing](./cli/sandbox.md):** Execute untrusted code or tools in a
-  secure, isolated container.
-- **[Checkpointing](./cli/checkpointing.md):** Save and restore workspace state
-  to recover from experimental changes.
-- **[Custom commands](./cli/custom-commands.md):** Create shortcuts for
-  frequently used prompts.
-- **[System prompt override](./cli/system-prompt.md):** Customize the core
-  instructions given to the model.
-- **[Telemetry](./cli/telemetry.md):** Understand how usage data is collected
-  and managed.
-- **[Enterprise](./cli/enterprise.md):** Manage configurations and policies for
-  large teams.
-
-## Extensions
-
-Extend Gemini CLI's capabilities with new tools and behaviors using extensions.
-
-- **[Introduction](./extensions/index.md):** Learn about the extension system
-  and how to manage extensions.
-- **[Writing extensions](./extensions/writing-extensions.md):** Learn how to
-  create your first extension.
-- **[Extensions reference](./extensions/reference.md):** Deeply understand the
-  extension format, commands, and configuration.
-- **[Best practices](./extensions/best-practices.md):** Learn strategies for
-  building great extensions.
-- **[Extensions releasing](./extensions/releasing.md):** Learn how to share your
-  extensions with the world.
-
-## Ecosystem and extensibility
-
-Connect Gemini CLI to external services and other development tools.
-
-- **[MCP servers](./tools/mcp-server.md):** Connect to external services using
-  the Model Context Protocol.
-- **[IDE integration](./ide-integration/index.md):** Use Gemini CLI alongside VS
-  Code.
-- **[Hooks](./hooks/index.md):** Write scripts that run on specific CLI events.
-- **[Agent skills](./cli/skills.md):** Add specialized expertise and workflows.
-- **[Sub-agents](./core/subagents.md):** (Preview) Delegate tasks to specialized
-  agents.
-
-## Development and reference
-
-Deep dive into the architecture and contribute to the project.
-
-- **[Architecture](./architecture.md):** Understand the technical design of
+- **[Gemini CLI quickstart](./get-started/index.md):** Let's get started with
   Gemini CLI.
-- **[Command reference](./cli/commands.md):** A complete list of available
-  commands.
-- **[Local development](./local-development.md):** Set up your environment to
-  contribute to Gemini CLI.
-- **[Contributing](../CONTRIBUTING.md):** Learn how to submit pull requests and
-  report issues.
-- **[FAQ](./faq.md):** Answers to common questions.
-- **[Troubleshooting](./troubleshooting.md):** Solutions for common issues.
+- **[Gemini 3 Pro on Gemini CLI](./get-started/gemini-3.md):** Learn how to
+  enable and use Gemini 3.
+- **[Authentication](./get-started/authentication.md):** Authenticate to Gemini
+  CLI.
+- **[Configuration](./get-started/configuration.md):** Learn how to configure
+  the CLI.
+- **[Installation](./get-started/installation.md):** Install and run Gemini CLI.
+- **[Examples](./get-started/examples.md):** Example usage of Gemini CLI.
+
+### CLI
+
+- **[Introduction: Gemini CLI](./cli/index.md):** Overview of the command-line
+  interface.
+- **[Commands](./cli/commands.md):** Description of available CLI commands.
+- **[Checkpointing](./cli/checkpointing.md):** Documentation for the
+  checkpointing feature.
+- **[Custom commands](./cli/custom-commands.md):** Create your own commands and
+  shortcuts for frequently used prompts.
+- **[Enterprise](./cli/enterprise.md):** Gemini CLI for enterprise.
+- **[Headless mode](./cli/headless.md):** Use Gemini CLI programmatically for
+  scripting and automation.
+- **[Keyboard shortcuts](./cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md):** A reference for all
+  keyboard shortcuts to improve your workflow.
+- **[Model selection](./cli/model.md):** Select the model used to process your
+  commands with `/model`.
+- **[Sandbox](./cli/sandbox.md):** Isolate tool execution in a secure,
+  containerized environment.
+- **[Agent Skills](./cli/skills.md):** (Experimental) Extend the CLI with
+  specialized expertise and procedural workflows.
+- **[Settings](./cli/settings.md):** Configure various aspects of the CLI's
+  behavior and appearance with `/settings`.
+- **[Telemetry](./cli/telemetry.md):** Overview of telemetry in the CLI.
+- **[Themes](./cli/themes.md):** Themes for Gemini CLI.
+- **[Token caching](./cli/token-caching.md):** Token caching and optimization.
+- **[Trusted Folders](./cli/trusted-folders.md):** An overview of the Trusted
+  Folders security feature.
+- **[Tutorials](./cli/tutorials.md):** Tutorials for Gemini CLI.
+- **[Uninstall](./cli/uninstall.md):** Methods for uninstalling the Gemini CLI.
+
+### Core
+
+- **[Introduction: Gemini CLI core](./core/index.md):** Information about Gemini
+  CLI core.
+- **[Memport](./core/memport.md):** Using the Memory Import Processor.
+- **[Tools API](./core/tools-api.md):** Information on how the core manages and
+  exposes tools.
+- **[System Prompt Override](./cli/system-prompt.md):** Replace built-in system
+  instructions using `GEMINI_SYSTEM_MD`.
+
+- **[Policy Engine](./core/policy-engine.md):** Use the Policy Engine for
+  fine-grained control over tool execution.
+
+### Tools
+
+- **[Introduction: Gemini CLI tools](./tools/index.md):** Information about
+  Gemini CLI's tools.
+- **[File system tools](./tools/file-system.md):** Documentation for the
+  `read_file` and `write_file` tools.
+- **[Shell tool](./tools/shell.md):** Documentation for the `run_shell_command`
+  tool.
+- **[Web fetch tool](./tools/web-fetch.md):** Documentation for the `web_fetch`
+  tool.
+- **[Web search tool](./tools/web-search.md):** Documentation for the
+  `google_web_search` tool.
+- **[Memory tool](./tools/memory.md):** Documentation for the `save_memory`
+  tool.
+- **[Todo tool](./tools/todos.md):** Documentation for the `write_todos` tool.
+- **[MCP servers](./tools/mcp-server.md):** Using MCP servers with Gemini CLI.
+
+### Extensions
+
+- **[Introduction: Extensions](./extensions/index.md):** How to extend the CLI
+  with new functionality.
+- **[Get Started with extensions](./extensions/getting-started-extensions.md):**
+  Learn how to build your own extension.
+- **[Extension releasing](./extensions/extension-releasing.md):** How to release
+  Gemini CLI extensions.
+
+### Hooks
+
+- **[Hooks](./hooks/index.md):** Intercept and customize Gemini CLI behavior at
+  key lifecycle points.
+- **[Writing Hooks](./hooks/writing-hooks.md):** Learn how to create your first
+  hook with a comprehensive example.
+- **[Best Practices](./hooks/best-practices.md):** Security, performance, and
+  debugging guidelines for hooks.
+
+### IDE integration
+
+- **[Introduction to IDE integration](./ide-integration/index.md):** Connect the
+  CLI to your editor.
+- **[IDE companion extension spec](./ide-integration/ide-companion-spec.md):**
+  Spec for building IDE companion extensions.
+
+### Development
+
+- **[NPM](./npm.md):** Details on how the project's packages are structured.
+- **[Releases](./releases.md):** Information on the project's releases and
+  deployment cadence.
+- **[Changelog](./changelogs/index.md):** Highlights and notable changes to
+  Gemini CLI.
+- **[Integration tests](./integration-tests.md):** Information about the
+  integration testing framework used in this project.
+- **[Issue and PR automation](./issue-and-pr-automation.md):** A detailed
+  overview of the automated processes we use to manage and triage issues and
+  pull requests.
+
+### Support
+
+- **[FAQ](./faq.md):** Frequently asked questions.
+- **[Troubleshooting guide](./troubleshooting.md):** Find solutions to common
+  problems.
+- **[Quota and pricing](./quota-and-pricing.md):** Learn about the free tier and
+  paid options.
+- **[Terms of service and privacy notice](./tos-privacy.md):** Information on
+  the terms of service and privacy notices applicable to your use of Gemini CLI.
+
+We hope this documentation helps you make the most of Gemini CLI!

docs/sidebar.json

@@ -1,58 +1,187 @@
 [
+  {
+    "label": "Overview",
+    "items": [
+      {
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Architecture overview",
+        "slug": "docs/architecture"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Contribution guide",
+        "slug": "docs/contributing"
+      }
+    ]
+  },
   {
     "label": "Get started",
     "items": [
-      { "label": "Overview", "slug": "docs" },
-      { "label": "Quickstart", "slug": "docs/get-started" },
-      { "label": "Installation", "slug": "docs/get-started/installation" },
-      { "label": "Authentication", "slug": "docs/get-started/authentication" },
-      { "label": "Examples", "slug": "docs/get-started/examples" },
-      { "label": "Gemini 3 (preview)", "slug": "docs/get-started/gemini-3" },
-      { "label": "CLI Reference", "slug": "docs/cli/cli-reference" }
+      {
+        "label": "Gemini CLI quickstart",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/gemini-3"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Authentication",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/authentication"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Configuration",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/configuration"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Installation",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/installation"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Examples",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/examples"
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
-    "label": "Use Gemini CLI",
-    "items": [
-      { "label": "Using the CLI", "slug": "docs/cli" },
-      { "label": "File management", "slug": "docs/tools/file-system" },
-      { "label": "Memory management", "slug": "docs/tools/memory" },
-      { "label": "Project context (GEMINI.md)", "slug": "docs/cli/gemini-md" },
-      { "label": "Shell commands", "slug": "docs/tools/shell" },
-      { "label": "Session management", "slug": "docs/cli/session-management" },
-      { "label": "Plan mode (experimental)", "slug": "docs/cli/plan-mode" },
-      { "label": "Todos", "slug": "docs/tools/todos" },
-      { "label": "Web search and fetch", "slug": "docs/tools/web-search" }
-    ]
-  },
-  {
-    "label": "Configuration",
+    "label": "CLI",
     "items": [
       {
-        "label": "Ignore files (.geminiignore)",
-        "slug": "docs/cli/gemini-ignore"
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs/cli"
       },
-      { "label": "Model selection", "slug": "docs/cli/model" },
-      { "label": "Settings", "slug": "docs/cli/settings" },
-      { "label": "Themes", "slug": "docs/cli/themes" },
-      { "label": "Token caching", "slug": "docs/cli/token-caching" },
-      { "label": "Trusted folders", "slug": "docs/cli/trusted-folders" }
+      {
+        "label": "Commands",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Checkpointing",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/checkpointing"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Custom commands",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/custom-commands"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Enterprise",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/enterprise"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Headless mode",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/headless"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Keyboard shortcuts",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Model selection",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/model"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Sandbox",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/sandbox"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Session Management",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/session-management"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Agent Skills",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/skills"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Settings",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/settings"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Telemetry",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/telemetry"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Themes",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/themes"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Token caching",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/token-caching"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Trusted Folders",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/trusted-folders"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Tutorials",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Uninstall",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/uninstall"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "System prompt override",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/system-prompt"
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
-    "label": "Advanced features",
+    "label": "Core",
     "items": [
-      { "label": "Checkpointing", "slug": "docs/cli/checkpointing" },
-      { "label": "Custom commands", "slug": "docs/cli/custom-commands" },
-      { "label": "Enterprise features", "slug": "docs/cli/enterprise" },
       {
-        "label": "Enterprise admin controls",
-        "slug": "docs/admin/enterprise-controls"
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs/core"
       },
-      { "label": "Headless mode & scripting", "slug": "docs/cli/headless" },
-      { "label": "Sandboxing", "slug": "docs/cli/sandbox" },
-      { "label": "System prompt override", "slug": "docs/cli/system-prompt" },
-      { "label": "Telemetry", "slug": "docs/cli/telemetry" }
+      {
+        "label": "Tools API",
+        "slug": "docs/core/tools-api"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Memory Import Processor",
+        "slug": "docs/core/memport"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Policy Engine",
+        "slug": "docs/core/policy-engine"
+      }
+    ]
+  },
+  {
+    "label": "Tools",
+    "items": [
+      {
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs/tools"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "File system",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/file-system"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Shell",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/shell"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Web fetch",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/web-fetch"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Web search",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/web-search"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Memory",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/memory"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Todos",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/todos"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "MCP servers",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/mcp-server"
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
@@ -63,95 +192,106 @@
         "slug": "docs/extensions"
       },
       {
-        "label": "Writing extensions",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/writing-extensions"
+        "label": "Get started with extensions",
+        "slug": "docs/extensions/getting-started-extensions"
       },
       {
-        "label": "Extensions reference",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/reference"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Best practices",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/best-practices"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Extensions releasing",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/releasing"
+        "label": "Extension releasing",
+        "slug": "docs/extensions/extension-releasing"
       }
     ]
   },
   {
-    "label": "Ecosystem and extensibility",
+    "label": "Hooks (experimental)",
     "items": [
-      { "label": "Agent skills", "slug": "docs/cli/skills" },
       {
-        "label": "Creating Agent skills",
-        "slug": "docs/cli/creating-skills"
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs/hooks"
       },
       {
-        "label": "Sub-agents (experimental)",
-        "slug": "docs/core/subagents"
+        "label": "Writing hooks",
+        "slug": "docs/hooks/writing-hooks"
       },
       {
-        "label": "Remote subagents (experimental)",
-        "slug": "docs/core/remote-agents"
+        "label": "Hooks reference",
+        "slug": "docs/hooks/reference"
       },
-      { "label": "Hooks", "slug": "docs/hooks" },
-      { "label": "IDE integration", "slug": "docs/ide-integration" },
-      { "label": "MCP servers", "slug": "docs/tools/mcp-server" }
+      {
+        "label": "Best practices",
+        "slug": "docs/hooks/best-practices"
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
-    "label": "Tutorials",
+    "label": "IDE integration",
     "items": [
       {
-        "label": "Get started with extensions",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/writing-extensions"
+        "label": "Introduction",
+        "slug": "docs/ide-integration"
       },
-      { "label": "How to write hooks", "slug": "docs/hooks/writing-hooks" }
-    ]
-  },
-  {
-    "label": "Reference",
-    "items": [
-      { "label": "Architecture", "slug": "docs/architecture" },
-      { "label": "Command reference", "slug": "docs/cli/commands" },
-      { "label": "Configuration", "slug": "docs/get-started/configuration" },
-      { "label": "Keyboard shortcuts", "slug": "docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts" },
-      { "label": "Memory import processor", "slug": "docs/core/memport" },
-      { "label": "Policy engine", "slug": "docs/core/policy-engine" },
-      { "label": "Tools API", "slug": "docs/core/tools-api" }
-    ]
-  },
-  {
-    "label": "Resources",
-    "items": [
-      { "label": "FAQ", "slug": "docs/faq" },
-      { "label": "Quota and pricing", "slug": "docs/quota-and-pricing" },
-      { "label": "Terms and privacy", "slug": "docs/tos-privacy" },
-      { "label": "Troubleshooting", "slug": "docs/troubleshooting" },
-      { "label": "Uninstall", "slug": "docs/cli/uninstall" }
+      {
+        "label": "IDE companion spec",
+        "slug": "docs/ide-integration/ide-companion-spec"
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
     "label": "Development",
     "items": [
-      { "label": "Contribution guide", "slug": "docs/contributing" },
-      { "label": "Integration testing", "slug": "docs/integration-tests" },
+      {
+        "label": "NPM",
+        "slug": "docs/npm"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Releases",
+        "slug": "docs/releases"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Integration tests",
+        "slug": "docs/integration-tests"
+      },
       {
         "label": "Issue and PR automation",
         "slug": "docs/issue-and-pr-automation"
-      },
-      { "label": "Local development", "slug": "docs/local-development" },
-      { "label": "NPM package structure", "slug": "docs/npm" }
+      }
     ]
   },
   {
     "label": "Releases",
     "items": [
-      { "label": "Release notes", "slug": "docs/changelogs/" },
-      { "label": "Stable release", "slug": "docs/changelogs/latest" },
-      { "label": "Preview release", "slug": "docs/changelogs/preview" }
+      {
+        "label": "Release notes",
+        "slug": "docs/changelogs/"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Latest release",
+        "slug": "docs/changelogs/latest"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Preview release",
+        "slug": "docs/changelogs/preview"
+      }
+    ]
+  },
+  {
+    "label": "Support",
+    "items": [
+      {
+        "label": "FAQ",
+        "slug": "docs/faq"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Troubleshooting",
+        "slug": "docs/troubleshooting"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Quota and pricing",
+        "slug": "docs/quota-and-pricing"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Terms of service",
+        "slug": "docs/tos-privacy"
+      }
     ]
   }
 ]

docs/tools/ask-user.md

@@ -1,95 +0,0 @@
-# Ask User Tool
-
-The `ask_user` tool allows the agent to ask you one or more questions to gather
-preferences, clarify requirements, or make decisions. It supports multiple
-question types including multiple-choice, free-form text, and Yes/No
-confirmation.
-
-## `ask_user` (Ask User)
-
-- **Tool name:** `ask_user`
-- **Display name:** Ask User
-- **File:** `ask-user.ts`
-- **Parameters:**
-  - `questions` (array of objects, required): A list of 1 to 4 questions to ask.
-    Each question object has the following properties:
-    - `question` (string, required): The complete question text.
-    - `header` (string, required): A short label (max 16 chars) displayed as a
-      chip/tag (e.g., "Auth", "Database").
-    - `type` (string, optional): The type of question. Defaults to `'choice'`.
-      - `'choice'`: Multiple-choice with options (supports multi-select).
-      - `'text'`: Free-form text input.
-      - `'yesno'`: Yes/No confirmation.
-    - `options` (array of objects, optional): Required for `'choice'` type. 2-4
-      selectable options.
-      - `label` (string, required): Display text (1-5 words).
-      - `description` (string, required): Brief explanation.
-    - `multiSelect` (boolean, optional): For `'choice'` type, allows selecting
-      multiple options.
-    - `placeholder` (string, optional): Hint text for input fields.
-
-- **Behavior:**
-  - Presents an interactive dialog to the user with the specified questions.
-  - Pauses execution until the user provides answers or dismisses the dialog.
-  - Returns the user's answers to the model.
-
-- **Output (`llmContent`):** A JSON string containing the user's answers,
-  indexed by question position (e.g.,
-  `{"answers":{"0": "Option A", "1": "Some text"}}`).
-
-- **Confirmation:** Yes. The tool inherently involves user interaction.
-
-## Usage Examples
-
-### Multiple Choice Question
-
-```json
-{
-  "questions": [
-    {
-      "header": "Database",
-      "question": "Which database would you like to use?",
-      "type": "choice",
-      "options": [
-        {
-          "label": "PostgreSQL",
-          "description": "Powerful, open source object-relational database system."
-        },
-        {
-          "label": "SQLite",
-          "description": "C-library that implements a SQL database engine."
-        }
-      ]
-    }
-  ]
-}
-```
-
-### Text Input Question
-
-```json
-{
-  "questions": [
-    {
-      "header": "Project Name",
-      "question": "What is the name of your new project?",
-      "type": "text",
-      "placeholder": "e.g., my-awesome-app"
-    }
-  ]
-}
-```
-
-### Yes/No Question
-
-```json
-{
-  "questions": [
-    {
-      "header": "Deploy",
-      "question": "Do you want to deploy the application now?",
-      "type": "yesno"
-    }
-  ]
-}
-```

docs/tools/file-system.md

@@ -117,13 +117,14 @@ directories) will be created.
   `Found 5 file(s) matching "*.ts" within src, sorted by modification time (newest first):\nsrc/file1.ts\nsrc/subdir/file2.ts...`
 - **Confirmation:** No.
 
-## 5. `grep_search` (SearchText)
+## 5. `search_file_content` (SearchText)
 
-`grep_search` searches for a regular expression pattern within the content of
-files in a specified directory. Can filter files by a glob pattern. Returns the
-lines containing matches, along with their file paths and line numbers.
+`search_file_content` searches for a regular expression pattern within the
+content of files in a specified directory. Can filter files by a glob pattern.
+Returns the lines containing matches, along with their file paths and line
+numbers.
 
-- **Tool name:** `grep_search`
+- **Tool name:** `search_file_content`
 - **Display name:** SearchText
 - **File:** `grep.ts`
 - **Parameters:**

docs/tools/index.md

@@ -86,16 +86,13 @@ Gemini CLI's built-in tools can be broadly categorized as follows:
   information across sessions.
 - **[Todo Tool](./todos.md) (`write_todos`):** For managing subtasks of complex
   requests.
-- **[Planning Tools](./planning.md):** For entering and exiting Plan Mode.
-- **[Ask User Tool](./ask-user.md) (`ask_user`):** For gathering user input and
-  making decisions.
 
 Additionally, these tools incorporate:
 
 - **[MCP servers](./mcp-server.md)**: MCP servers act as a bridge between the
   Gemini model and your local environment or other services like APIs.
-- **[Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md)**: On-demand expertise packages that are
-  activated via the `activate_skill` tool to provide specialized guidance and
-  resources.
+- **[Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md)**: (Experimental) On-demand expertise
+  packages that are activated via the `activate_skill` tool to provide
+  specialized guidance and resources.
 - **[Sandboxing](../cli/sandbox.md)**: Sandboxing isolates the model and its
   changes from your environment to reduce potential risk.

docs/tools/mcp-server.md

@@ -733,7 +733,7 @@ The MCP integration tracks several states:
 
 ## Important notes
 
-### Security considerations
+### Security sonsiderations
 
 - **Trust settings:** The `trust` option bypasses all confirmation dialogs. Use
   cautiously and only for servers you completely control
@@ -742,7 +742,7 @@ The MCP integration tracks several states:
 - **Sandbox compatibility:** When using sandboxing, ensure MCP servers are
   available within the sandbox environment
 - **Private data:** Using broadly scoped personal access tokens can lead to
-  information leakage between repositories.
+  information leakage between repositories
 
 ### Performance and resource management
 
@@ -1038,29 +1038,6 @@ gemini mcp remove my-server
 This will find and delete the "my-server" entry from the `mcpServers` object in
 the appropriate `settings.json` file based on the scope (`-s, --scope`).
 
-### Enabling/disabling a server (`gemini mcp enable`, `gemini mcp disable`)
-
-Temporarily disable an MCP server without removing its configuration, or
-re-enable a previously disabled server.
-
-**Commands:**
-
-```bash
-gemini mcp enable <name> [--session]
-gemini mcp disable <name> [--session]
-```
-
-**Options (flags):**
-
-- `--session`: Apply change only for this session (not persisted to file).
-
-Disabled servers appear in `/mcp` status as "Disabled" but won't connect or
-provide tools. Enablement state is stored in
-`~/.gemini/mcp-server-enablement.json`.
-
-The same commands are available as slash commands during an active session:
-`/mcp enable <name>` and `/mcp disable <name>`.
-
 ## Instructions
 
 Gemini CLI supports

docs/tools/planning.md

@@ -1,55 +0,0 @@
-# Gemini CLI planning tools
-
-Planning tools allow the Gemini model to switch into a safe, read-only "Plan
-Mode" for researching and planning complex changes, and to signal the
-finalization of a plan to the user.
-
-## 1. `enter_plan_mode` (EnterPlanMode)
-
-`enter_plan_mode` switches the CLI to Plan Mode. This tool is typically called
-by the agent when you ask it to "start a plan" using natural language. In this
-mode, the agent is restricted to read-only tools to allow for safe exploration
-and planning.
-
-- **Tool name:** `enter_plan_mode`
-- **Display name:** Enter Plan Mode
-- **File:** `enter-plan-mode.ts`
-- **Parameters:**
-  - `reason` (string, optional): A short reason explaining why the agent is
-    entering plan mode (e.g., "Starting a complex feature implementation").
-- **Behavior:**
-  - Switches the CLI's approval mode to `PLAN`.
-  - Notifies the user that the agent has entered Plan Mode.
-- **Output (`llmContent`):** A message indicating the switch, e.g.,
-  `Switching to Plan mode.`
-- **Confirmation:** Yes. The user is prompted to confirm entering Plan Mode.
-
-## 2. `exit_plan_mode` (ExitPlanMode)
-
-`exit_plan_mode` signals that the planning phase is complete. It presents the
-finalized plan to the user and requests approval to start the implementation.
-
-- **Tool name:** `exit_plan_mode`
-- **Display name:** Exit Plan Mode
-- **File:** `exit-plan-mode.ts`
-- **Parameters:**
-  - `plan_path` (string, required): The path to the finalized Markdown plan
-    file. This file MUST be located within the project's temporary plans
-    directory (e.g., `~/.gemini/tmp/<project>/plans/`).
-- **Behavior:**
-  - Validates that the `plan_path` is within the allowed directory and that the
-    file exists and has content.
-  - Presents the plan to the user for review.
-  - If the user approves the plan:
-    - Switches the CLI's approval mode to the user's chosen approval mode (
-      `DEFAULT` or `AUTO_EDIT`).
-    - Marks the plan as approved for implementation.
-  - If the user rejects the plan:
-    - Stays in Plan Mode.
-    - Returns user feedback to the model to refine the plan.
-- **Output (`llmContent`):**
-  - On approval: A message indicating the plan was approved and the new approval
-    mode.
-  - On rejection: A message containing the user's feedback.
-- **Confirmation:** Yes. Shows the finalized plan and asks for user approval to
-  proceed with implementation.

docs/tools/shell.md

@@ -167,11 +167,10 @@ configuration file.
   `"tools": {"core": ["run_shell_command(git)"]}` will only allow `git`
   commands. Including the generic `run_shell_command` acts as a wildcard,
   allowing any command not explicitly blocked.
-- `tools.exclude` [DEPRECATED]: To block specific commands, use the
-  [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md). Historically, this setting allowed
-  adding entries to the `exclude` list under the `tools` category in the format
-  `run_shell_command(<command>)`. For example,
-  `"tools": {"exclude": ["run_shell_command(rm)"]}` will block `rm` commands.
+- `tools.exclude`: To block specific commands, add entries to the `exclude` list
+  under the `tools` category in the format `run_shell_command(<command>)`. For
+  example, `"tools": {"exclude": ["run_shell_command(rm)"]}` will block `rm`
+  commands.
 
 The validation logic is designed to be secure and flexible:
 

docs/troubleshooting.md

@@ -34,6 +34,9 @@ topics on:
     list of supported locations, see the following pages:
     - Gemini Code Assist for individuals:
       [Available locations](https://developers.google.com/gemini-code-assist/resources/available-locations#americas)
+    - Google AI Pro and Ultra where Gemini Code Assist (and Gemini CLI) is also
+      available:
+      [Available locations](https://developers.google.com/gemini-code-assist/resources/locations-pro-ultra)
 
 - **Error: `Failed to login. Message: Request contains an invalid argument`**
   - **Cause:** Users with Google Workspace accounts or Google Cloud accounts

esbuild.config.js

@@ -14,8 +14,8 @@ let esbuild;
 try {
   esbuild = (await import('esbuild')).default;
 } catch (_error) {
-  console.error('esbuild not available - cannot build bundle');
-  process.exit(1);
+  console.warn('esbuild not available, skipping bundle step');
+  process.exit(0);
 }
 
 const __filename = fileURLToPath(import.meta.url);
@@ -63,7 +63,6 @@ const external = [
   '@lydell/node-pty-win32-arm64',
   '@lydell/node-pty-win32-x64',
   'keytar',
-  'gemini-cli-devtools',
 ];
 
 const baseConfig = {

eslint.config.js

@@ -23,7 +23,6 @@ const __dirname = path.dirname(__filename);
 
 // Determine the monorepo root (assuming eslint.config.js is at the root)
 const projectRoot = __dirname;
-const currentYear = new Date().getFullYear();
 
 export default tseslint.config(
   {
@@ -38,6 +37,7 @@ export default tseslint.config(
       'dist/**',
       'evals/**',
       'packages/test-utils/**',
+      'packages/core/src/skills/builtin/skill-creator/scripts/*.cjs',
     ],
   },
   eslint.configs.recommended,
@@ -193,14 +193,6 @@ export default tseslint.config(
       ],
     },
   },
-  {
-    // Rules that only apply to product code
-    files: ['packages/*/src/**/*.{ts,tsx}'],
-    ignores: ['**/*.test.ts', '**/*.test.tsx'],
-    rules: {
-      '@typescript-eslint/no-unsafe-type-assertion': 'error',
-    },
-  },
   {
     // Allow os.homedir() in tests and paths.ts where it is used to implement the helper
     files: [
@@ -251,7 +243,7 @@ export default tseslint.config(
     },
   },
   {
-    files: ['./**/*.{tsx,ts,js,cjs}'],
+    files: ['./**/*.{tsx,ts,js}'],
     plugins: {
       headers,
       import: importPlugin,
@@ -268,8 +260,8 @@ export default tseslint.config(
           ].join('\n'),
           patterns: {
             year: {
-              pattern: `202[5-${currentYear.toString().slice(-1)}]`,
-              defaultValue: currentYear.toString(),
+              pattern: '202[5-6]',
+              defaultValue: '2026',
             },
           },
         },
@@ -277,6 +269,7 @@ export default tseslint.config(
       'import/enforce-node-protocol-usage': ['error', 'always'],
     },
   },
+  // extra settings for scripts that we run directly with node
   {
     files: ['./scripts/**/*.js', 'esbuild.config.js'],
     languageOptions: {
@@ -297,30 +290,6 @@ export default tseslint.config(
       ],
     },
   },
-  {
-    files: ['**/*.cjs'],
-    languageOptions: {
-      sourceType: 'commonjs',
-      globals: {
-        ...globals.node,
-      },
-    },
-    rules: {
-      'no-restricted-syntax': 'off',
-      'no-console': 'off',
-      'no-empty': 'off',
-      'no-redeclare': 'off',
-      '@typescript-eslint/no-require-imports': 'off',
-      '@typescript-eslint/no-unused-vars': [
-        'error',
-        {
-          argsIgnorePattern: '^_',
-          varsIgnorePattern: '^_',
-          caughtErrorsIgnorePattern: '^_',
-        },
-      ],
-    },
-  },
   {
     files: ['packages/vscode-ide-companion/esbuild.js'],
     languageOptions: {

evals/README.md

@@ -144,48 +144,6 @@ A significant drop in the pass rate for a `USUALLY_PASSES` test—even if it
 doesn't drop to 0%—often indicates that a recent change to a system prompt or
 tool definition has made the model's behavior less reliable.
 
-## Fixing Evaluations
-
-If an evaluation is failing or has a regressed pass rate, you can use the
-`/fix-behavioral-eval` command within Gemini CLI to help investigate and fix the
-issue.
-
-### `/fix-behavioral-eval`
-
-This command is designed to automate the investigation and fixing process for
-failing evaluations. It will:
-
-1.  **Investigate**: Fetch the latest results from the nightly workflow using
-    the `gh` CLI, identify the failing test, and review test trajectory logs in
-    `evals/logs`.
-2.  **Fix**: Suggest and apply targeted fixes to the prompt or tool definitions.
-    It prioritizes minimal changes to `prompt.ts`, tool instructions, and
-    modules that contribute to the prompt. It generally tries to avoid changing
-    the test itself.
-3.  **Verify**: Re-run the test 3 times across multiple models (e.g., Gemini
-    3.0, Gemini 3 Flash, Gemini 2.5 Pro) to ensure stability and calculate a
-    success rate.
-4.  **Report**: Provide a summary of the success rate for each model and details
-    on the applied fixes.
-
-To use it, run:
-
-```bash
-gemini /fix-behavioral-eval
-```
-
-You can also provide a link to a specific GitHub Action run or the name of a
-specific test to focus the investigation:
-
-```bash
-gemini /fix-behavioral-eval https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/actions/runs/123456789
-```
-
-When investigating failures manually, you can also enable verbose agent logs by
-setting the `GEMINI_DEBUG_LOG_FILE` environment variable.
-
-It's highly recommended to manually review and/or ask the agent to iterate on
-any prompt changes, even if they pass all evals. The prompt should prefer
-positive traits ('do X') and resort to negative traits ('do not do X') only when
-unable to accomplish the goal with positive traits. Gemini is quite good at
-instrospecting on its prompt when asked the right questions.
+You may be able to investigate the regression using Gemini CLI by giving it the
+link to the runs before and after the change and the name of the test and asking
+it to investigate what changes may have impacted the test.

evals/answer-vs-act.eval.ts

@@ -1,156 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-import { EDIT_TOOL_NAMES } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
-
-const FILES = {
-  'app.ts': 'const add = (a: number, b: number) => a - b;',
-  'package.json': '{"name": "test-app", "version": "1.0.0"}',
-} as const;
-
-describe('Answer vs. ask eval', () => {
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user asks to "inspect" for bugs, the agent does NOT
-   * automatically modify the file, but instead asks for permission.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not edit files when asked to inspect for bugs',
-    prompt: 'Inspect app.ts for bugs',
-    files: FILES,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify NO edit tools called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter((log) =>
-        EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name),
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBe(0);
-
-      // Verify file unchanged
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a - b');
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user explicitly asks to "fix" a bug, the agent
-   * does modify the file.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should edit files when asked to fix bug',
-    prompt: 'Fix the bug in app.ts - it should add numbers not subtract',
-    files: FILES,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify edit tools WERE called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (log) =>
-          EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name) && log.toolRequest.success,
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBeGreaterThanOrEqual(1);
-
-      // Verify file changed
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a + b');
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user asks "any bugs?" the agent does NOT
-   * automatically modify the file, but instead asks for permission.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not edit when asking "any bugs"',
-    prompt: 'Any bugs in app.ts?',
-    files: FILES,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify NO edit tools called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter((log) =>
-        EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name),
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBe(0);
-
-      // Verify file unchanged
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a - b');
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user asks a general question, the agent does NOT
-   * automatically modify the file.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not edit files when asked a general question',
-    prompt: 'How does app.ts work?',
-    files: FILES,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify NO edit tools called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter((log) =>
-        EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name),
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBe(0);
-
-      // Verify file unchanged
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a - b');
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user asks a question about style, the agent does NOT
-   * automatically modify the file.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not edit files when asked about style',
-    prompt: 'Is app.ts following good style?',
-    files: FILES,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify NO edit tools called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter((log) =>
-        EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name),
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBe(0);
-
-      // Verify file unchanged
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a - b');
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Ensures that when the user points out an issue but doesn't ask for a fix,
-   * the agent does NOT automatically modify the file.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not edit files when user notes an issue',
-    prompt: 'The add function subtracts numbers.',
-    files: FILES,
-    params: { timeout: 20000 }, // 20s timeout
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      // Verify NO edit tools called
-      const editCalls = toolLogs.filter((log) =>
-        EDIT_TOOL_NAMES.has(log.toolRequest.name),
-      );
-      expect(editCalls.length).toBe(0);
-
-      // Verify file unchanged
-      const content = rig.readFile('app.ts');
-      expect(content).toContain('a - b');
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/automated-tool-use.eval.ts

@@ -1,170 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('Automated tool use', () => {
-  /**
-   * Tests that the agent always utilizes --fix when calling eslint.
-   * We provide a 'lint' script in the package.json, which helps elicit
-   * a repro by guiding the agent into using the existing deficient script.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should use automated tools (eslint --fix) to fix code style issues',
-    files: {
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify(
-        {
-          name: 'typescript-project',
-          version: '1.0.0',
-          type: 'module',
-          scripts: {
-            lint: 'eslint .',
-          },
-          devDependencies: {
-            eslint: '^9.0.0',
-            globals: '^15.0.0',
-            typescript: '^5.0.0',
-            'typescript-eslint': '^8.0.0',
-            '@eslint/js': '^9.0.0',
-          },
-        },
-        null,
-        2,
-      ),
-      'eslint.config.js': `
-        import globals from "globals";
-        import pluginJs from "@eslint/js";
-        import tseslint from "typescript-eslint";
-
-        export default [
-          {
-            files: ["**/*.{js,mjs,cjs,ts}"], 
-            languageOptions: { 
-                globals: globals.node 
-            }
-          },
-          pluginJs.configs.recommended,
-          ...tseslint.configs.recommended,
-          {
-            rules: {
-                "prefer-const": "error",
-                "@typescript-eslint/no-unused-vars": "off"
-            }
-          }
-        ];
-      `,
-      'src/app.ts': `
-        export function main() {
-            let count = 10;
-            console.log(count);
-        }
-      `,
-    },
-    prompt:
-      'Fix the linter errors in this project. Make sure to avoid interactive commands.',
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      // Check if run_shell_command was used with --fix
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCommands = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasFixCommand = shellCommands.some((call) => {
-        let args = call.toolRequest.args;
-        if (typeof args === 'string') {
-          try {
-            args = JSON.parse(args);
-          } catch (e) {
-            return false;
-          }
-        }
-        const cmd = (args as any)['command'];
-        return (
-          cmd &&
-          (cmd.includes('eslint') || cmd.includes('npm run lint')) &&
-          cmd.includes('--fix')
-        );
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasFixCommand,
-        'Expected agent to use eslint --fix via run_shell_command',
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-
-  /**
-   * Tests that the agent uses prettier --write to fix formatting issues in files
-   * instead of trying to edit the files itself.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should use automated tools (prettier --write) to fix formatting issues',
-    files: {
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify(
-        {
-          name: 'typescript-project',
-          version: '1.0.0',
-          type: 'module',
-          scripts: {},
-          devDependencies: {
-            prettier: '^3.0.0',
-            typescript: '^5.0.0',
-          },
-        },
-        null,
-        2,
-      ),
-      '.prettierrc': JSON.stringify(
-        {
-          semi: true,
-          singleQuote: true,
-        },
-        null,
-        2,
-      ),
-      'src/app.ts': `
-export function main() {
-    const data={   name:'test',
-      val:123
-    }
-console.log(data)
-}
-`,
-    },
-    prompt:
-      'Fix the formatting errors in this project. Make sure to avoid interactive commands.',
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      // Check if run_shell_command was used with --write
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCommands = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasFixCommand = shellCommands.some((call) => {
-        let args = call.toolRequest.args;
-        if (typeof args === 'string') {
-          try {
-            args = JSON.parse(args);
-          } catch (e) {
-            return false;
-          }
-        }
-        const cmd = (args as any)['command'];
-        return (
-          cmd &&
-          cmd.includes('prettier') &&
-          (cmd.includes('--write') || cmd.includes('-w'))
-        );
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasFixCommand,
-        'Expected agent to use prettier --write via run_shell_command',
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/edit-locations-eval.eval.ts

@@ -1,110 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('Edits location eval', () => {
-  /**
-   * Ensure that Gemini CLI always updates existing test files, if present,
-   * instead of creating a new one.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should update existing test file instead of creating a new one',
-    files: {
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify(
-        {
-          name: 'test-location-repro',
-          version: '1.0.0',
-          scripts: {
-            test: 'vitest run',
-          },
-          devDependencies: {
-            vitest: '^1.0.0',
-            typescript: '^5.0.0',
-          },
-        },
-        null,
-        2,
-      ),
-      'src/math.ts': `
-export function add(a: number, b: number): number {
-  return a + b;
-}
-
-export function subtract(a: number, b: number): number {
-  return a - b;
-}
-
-export function multiply(a: number, b: number): number {
-  return a + b;
-}
-`,
-      'src/math.test.ts': `
-import { expect, test } from 'vitest';
-import { add, subtract } from './math';
-
-test('add adds two numbers', () => {
-  expect(add(2, 3)).toBe(5);
-});
-
-test('subtract subtracts two numbers', () => {
-  expect(subtract(5, 3)).toBe(2);
-});
-`,
-      'src/utils.ts': `
-export function capitalize(s: string): string {
-  return s.charAt(0).toUpperCase() + s.slice(1);
-}
-`,
-      'src/utils.test.ts': `
-import { expect, test } from 'vitest';
-import { capitalize } from './utils';
-
-test('capitalize capitalizes the first letter', () => {
-  expect(capitalize('hello')).toBe('Hello');
-});
-`,
-    },
-    prompt: 'Fix the bug in src/math.ts. Do not run the code.',
-    timeout: 180000,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const replaceCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (t) => t.toolRequest.name === 'replace',
-      );
-      const writeFileCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (t) => t.toolRequest.name === 'write_file',
-      );
-
-      expect(replaceCalls.length).toBeGreaterThan(0);
-      expect(
-        writeFileCalls.some((file) =>
-          file.toolRequest.args.includes('.test.ts'),
-        ),
-      ).toBe(false);
-
-      const targetFiles = replaceCalls.map((t) => {
-        try {
-          return JSON.parse(t.toolRequest.args).file_path;
-        } catch {
-          return null;
-        }
-      });
-
-      console.log('DEBUG: targetFiles', targetFiles);
-
-      expect(
-        new Set(targetFiles).size,
-        'Expected only two files changed',
-      ).greaterThanOrEqual(2);
-      expect(targetFiles.some((f) => f?.endsWith('src/math.ts'))).toBe(true);
-      expect(targetFiles.some((f) => f?.endsWith('src/math.test.ts'))).toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/frugalSearch.eval.ts

@@ -1,144 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-/**
- * Evals to verify that the agent uses search tools efficiently (frugally)
- * by utilizing limiting parameters like `total_max_matches` and `max_matches_per_file`.
- * This ensures the agent doesn't flood the context window with unnecessary search results.
- */
-describe('Frugal Search', () => {
-  const getGrepParams = (call: any): any => {
-    let args = call.toolRequest.args;
-    if (typeof args === 'string') {
-      try {
-        args = JSON.parse(args);
-      } catch (e) {
-        // Ignore parse errors
-      }
-    }
-    return args;
-  };
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should use targeted search with limit',
-    prompt: 'find me a sample usage of path.resolve() in the codebase',
-    files: {
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify({
-        name: 'test-project',
-        version: '1.0.0',
-        main: 'dist/index.js',
-        scripts: {
-          build: 'tsc',
-          test: 'vitest',
-        },
-        dependencies: {
-          typescript: '^5.0.0',
-          '@types/node': '^20.0.0',
-          vitest: '^1.0.0',
-        },
-      }),
-      'src/index.ts': `
-        import { App } from './app.ts';
-        
-        const app = new App();
-        app.start();
-      `,
-      'src/app.ts': `
-        import * as path from 'path';
-        import { UserController } from './controllers/user.ts';
-
-        export class App {
-          constructor() {
-            console.log('App initialized');
-          }
-
-          public start(): void {
-            const userController = new UserController();
-            console.log('Static path:', path.resolve(__dirname, '../public'));
-          }
-        }
-      `,
-      'src/utils.ts': `
-        import * as path from 'path';
-        import * as fs from 'fs';
-
-        export function resolvePath(p: string): string {
-          return path.resolve(process.cwd(), p);
-        }
-
-        export function ensureDir(dirPath: string): void {
-          const absolutePath = path.resolve(dirPath);
-          if (!fs.existsSync(absolutePath)) {
-            fs.mkdirSync(absolutePath, { recursive: true });
-          }
-        }
-      `,
-      'src/config.ts': `
-        import * as path from 'path';
-        
-        export const config = {
-          dbPath: path.resolve(process.cwd(), 'data/db.sqlite'),
-          logLevel: 'info',
-        };
-      `,
-      'src/controllers/user.ts': `
-        import * as path from 'path';
-        
-        export class UserController {
-          public getUsers(): any[] {
-            console.log('Loading users from:', path.resolve('data/users.json'));
-            return [{ id: 1, name: 'Alice' }];
-          }
-        }
-      `,
-      'tests/app.test.ts': `
-        import { describe, it, expect } from 'vitest';
-        import * as path from 'path';
-
-        describe('App', () => {
-          it('should resolve paths', () => {
-            const p = path.resolve('test');
-            expect(p).toBeDefined();
-          });
-        });
-      `,
-    },
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const grepCalls = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'grep_search',
-      );
-
-      expect(grepCalls.length).toBeGreaterThan(0);
-
-      const grepParams = grepCalls.map(getGrepParams);
-
-      const hasTotalMaxLimit = grepParams.some(
-        (p) => p.total_max_matches !== undefined && p.total_max_matches <= 100,
-      );
-      expect(
-        hasTotalMaxLimit,
-        `Expected agent to use a small total_max_matches (<= 100) for a sample usage request. Actual values: ${JSON.stringify(
-          grepParams.map((p) => p.total_max_matches),
-        )}`,
-      ).toBe(true);
-
-      const hasMaxMatchesPerFileLimit = grepParams.some(
-        (p) =>
-          p.max_matches_per_file !== undefined && p.max_matches_per_file <= 5,
-      );
-      expect(
-        hasMaxMatchesPerFileLimit,
-        `Expected agent to use a small max_matches_per_file (<= 5) for a sample usage request. Actual values: ${JSON.stringify(
-          grepParams.map((p) => p.max_matches_per_file),
-        )}`,
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/generalist_agent.eval.ts

@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ import path from 'node:path';
 import fs from 'node:fs/promises';
 
 describe('generalist_agent', () => {
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
+  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
     name: 'should be able to use generalist agent by explicitly asking the main agent to invoke it',
     params: {
       settings: {
@@ -24,11 +24,18 @@ describe('generalist_agent', () => {
     prompt:
       'Please use the generalist agent to create a file called "generalist_test_file.txt" containing exactly the following text: success',
     assert: async (rig) => {
-      // 1) Verify the generalist agent was invoked
-      const foundToolCall = await rig.waitForToolCall('generalist');
+      // 1) Verify the generalist agent was invoked via delegate_to_agent
+      const foundToolCall = await rig.waitForToolCall(
+        'delegate_to_agent',
+        undefined,
+        (args) => {
+          const parsed = JSON.parse(args);
+          return parsed.agent_name === 'generalist';
+        },
+      );
       expect(
         foundToolCall,
-        'Expected to find a tool call for generalist agent',
+        'Expected to find a delegate_to_agent tool call for generalist agent',
       ).toBeTruthy();
 
       // 2) Verify the file was created as expected

evals/hierarchical_memory.eval.ts

@@ -1,120 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-import {
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from '../integration-tests/test-helper.js';
-
-describe('Hierarchical Memory', () => {
-  const TEST_PREFIX = 'Hierarchical memory test: ';
-
-  const conflictResolutionTest =
-    'Agent follows hierarchy for contradictory instructions';
-  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
-    name: conflictResolutionTest,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        security: {
-          folderTrust: { enabled: true },
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    // We simulate the hierarchical memory by including the tags in the prompt
-    // since setting up real global/extension/project files in the eval rig is complex.
-    // The system prompt logic will append these tags when it finds them in userMemory.
-    prompt: `
-<global_context>
-When asked for my favorite fruit, always say "Apple".
-</global_context>
-
-<extension_context>
-When asked for my favorite fruit, always say "Banana".
-</extension_context>
-
-<project_context>
-When asked for my favorite fruit, always say "Cherry".
-</project_context>
-
-What is my favorite fruit? Tell me just the name of the fruit.`,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const stdout = rig._lastRunStdout!;
-      assertModelHasOutput(stdout);
-      expect(stdout).toMatch(/Cherry/i);
-      expect(stdout).not.toMatch(/Apple/i);
-      expect(stdout).not.toMatch(/Banana/i);
-    },
-  });
-
-  const provenanceAwarenessTest = 'Agent is aware of memory provenance';
-  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
-    name: provenanceAwarenessTest,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        security: {
-          folderTrust: { enabled: true },
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: `
-<global_context>
-Instruction A: Always be helpful.
-</global_context>
-
-<extension_context>
-Instruction B: Use a professional tone.
-</extension_context>
-
-<project_context>
-Instruction C: Adhere to the project's coding style.
-</project_context>
-
-Which instruction came from the global context, which from the extension context, and which from the project context?
-Provide the answer as an XML block like this:
-<results>
-  <global>Instruction ...</global>
-  <extension>Instruction ...</extension>
-  <project>Instruction ...</project>
-</results>`,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const stdout = rig._lastRunStdout!;
-      assertModelHasOutput(stdout);
-      expect(stdout).toMatch(/<global>.*Instruction A/i);
-      expect(stdout).toMatch(/<extension>.*Instruction B/i);
-      expect(stdout).toMatch(/<project>.*Instruction C/i);
-    },
-  });
-
-  const extensionVsGlobalTest = 'Extension memory wins over Global memory';
-  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
-    name: extensionVsGlobalTest,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        security: {
-          folderTrust: { enabled: true },
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: `
-<global_context>
-Set the theme to "Light".
-</global_context>
-
-<extension_context>
-Set the theme to "Dark".
-</extension_context>
-
-What theme should I use? Tell me just the name of the theme.`,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const stdout = rig._lastRunStdout!;
-      assertModelHasOutput(stdout);
-      expect(stdout).toMatch(/Dark/i);
-      expect(stdout).not.toMatch(/Light/i);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/interactive-hang.eval.ts

@@ -1,47 +0,0 @@
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('interactive_commands', () => {
-  /**
-   * Validates that the agent does not use interactive commands unprompted.
-   * Interactive commands block the progress of the agent, requiring user
-   * intervention.
-   */
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should not use interactive commands',
-    prompt: 'Execute tests.',
-    files: {
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify(
-        {
-          name: 'example',
-          type: 'module',
-          devDependencies: {
-            vitest: 'latest',
-          },
-        },
-        null,
-        2,
-      ),
-      'example.test.js': `
-        import { test, expect } from 'vitest';
-        test('it works', () => {
-          expect(1 + 1).toBe(2);
-        });
-      `,
-    },
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const logs = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const vitestCall = logs.find(
-        (l) =>
-          l.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command' &&
-          l.toolRequest.args.toLowerCase().includes('vitest'),
-      );
-
-      expect(vitestCall, 'Agent should have called vitest').toBeDefined();
-      expect(
-        vitestCall?.toolRequest.args,
-        'Agent should have passed run arg',
-      ).toMatch(/\b(run|--run)\b/);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/plan_mode.eval.ts

@@ -1,128 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { ApprovalMode } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-import {
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('plan_mode', () => {
-  const TEST_PREFIX = 'Plan Mode: ';
-  const settings = {
-    experimental: { plan: true },
-  };
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should refuse file modification when in plan mode',
-    approvalMode: ApprovalMode.PLAN,
-    params: {
-      settings,
-    },
-    files: {
-      'README.md': '# Original Content',
-    },
-    prompt: 'Please overwrite README.md with the text "Hello World"',
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      const writeTargets = toolLogs
-        .filter((log) =>
-          ['write_file', 'replace'].includes(log.toolRequest.name),
-        )
-        .map((log) => {
-          try {
-            return JSON.parse(log.toolRequest.args).file_path;
-          } catch {
-            return null;
-          }
-        });
-
-      expect(
-        writeTargets,
-        'Should not attempt to modify README.md in plan mode',
-      ).not.toContain('README.md');
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/plan mode|read-only|cannot modify|refuse|exiting/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}should refuse file modification`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should enter plan mode when asked to create a plan',
-    approvalMode: ApprovalMode.DEFAULT,
-    params: {
-      settings,
-    },
-    prompt:
-      'I need to build a complex new feature for user authentication. Please create a detailed implementation plan.',
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('enter_plan_mode');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected enter_plan_mode tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should exit plan mode when plan is complete and implementation is requested',
-    approvalMode: ApprovalMode.PLAN,
-    params: {
-      settings,
-    },
-    files: {
-      'plans/my-plan.md':
-        '# My Implementation Plan\n\n1. Step one\n2. Step two',
-    },
-    prompt:
-      'The plan in plans/my-plan.md is solid. Please proceed with the implementation.',
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('exit_plan_mode');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected exit_plan_mode tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should allow file modification in plans directory when in plan mode',
-    approvalMode: ApprovalMode.PLAN,
-    params: {
-      settings,
-    },
-    prompt: 'Create a plan for a new login feature.',
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-
-      const writeCall = toolLogs.find(
-        (log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'write_file',
-      );
-
-      expect(
-        writeCall,
-        'Should attempt to modify a file in the plans directory when in plan mode',
-      ).toBeDefined();
-
-      if (writeCall) {
-        const args = JSON.parse(writeCall.toolRequest.args);
-        expect(args.file_path).toContain('.gemini/tmp');
-        expect(args.file_path).toContain('/plans/');
-        expect(args.file_path).toMatch(/\.md$/);
-      }
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/save_memory.eval.ts

@@ -6,16 +6,11 @@
 
 import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
 import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-import {
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from '../integration-tests/test-helper.js';
+import { validateModelOutput } from '../integration-tests/test-helper.js';
 
 describe('save_memory', () => {
-  const TEST_PREFIX = 'Save memory test: ';
-  const rememberingFavoriteColor = "Agent remembers user's favorite color";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingFavoriteColor,
+  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
+    name: 'should be able to save to memory',
     params: {
       settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
     },
@@ -23,260 +18,13 @@ describe('save_memory', () => {
   
     what is my favorite color? tell me that and surround it with $ symbol`,
     assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: 'blue',
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingFavoriteColor}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-  const rememberingCommandRestrictions = 'Agent remembers command restrictions';
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingCommandRestrictions,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `I don't want you to ever run npm commands.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/not run npm commands|remember|ok/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingCommandRestrictions}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const rememberingWorkflow = 'Agent remembers workflow preferences';
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingWorkflow,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `I want you to always lint after building.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/always|ok|remember|will do/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingWorkflow}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const ignoringTemporaryInformation =
-    'Agent ignores temporary conversation details';
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: ignoringTemporaryInformation,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `I'm going to get a coffee.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const wasToolCalled = rig
-        .readToolLogs()
-        .some((log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'save_memory');
+      const foundToolCall = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
       expect(
-        wasToolCalled,
-        'save_memory should not be called for temporary information',
-      ).toBe(false);
+        foundToolCall,
+        'Expected to find a save_memory tool call',
+      ).toBeTruthy();
 
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${ignoringTemporaryInformation}`,
-        forbiddenContent: [/remember|will do/i],
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const rememberingPetName = "Agent remembers user's pet's name";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingPetName,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `Please remember that my dog's name is Buddy.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/Buddy/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingPetName}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const rememberingCommandAlias = 'Agent remembers custom command aliases';
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingCommandAlias,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `When I say 'start server', you should run 'npm run dev'.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/npm run dev|start server|ok|remember|will do/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingCommandAlias}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const ignoringDbSchemaLocation =
-    "Agent ignores workspace's database schema location";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: ignoringDbSchemaLocation,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        tools: {
-          core: [
-            'save_memory',
-            'list_directory',
-            'read_file',
-            'run_shell_command',
-          ],
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: `The database schema for this workspace is located in \`db/schema.sql\`.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const wasToolCalled = rig
-        .readToolLogs()
-        .some((log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'save_memory');
-      expect(
-        wasToolCalled,
-        'save_memory should not be called for workspace-specific information',
-      ).toBe(false);
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-
-  const rememberingCodingStyle =
-    "Agent remembers user's coding style preference";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingCodingStyle,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `I prefer to use tabs instead of spaces for indentation.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/tabs instead of spaces|ok|remember|will do/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingCodingStyle}`,
-      });
-    },
-  });
-
-  const ignoringBuildArtifactLocation =
-    'Agent ignores workspace build artifact location';
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: ignoringBuildArtifactLocation,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        tools: {
-          core: [
-            'save_memory',
-            'list_directory',
-            'read_file',
-            'run_shell_command',
-          ],
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: `In this workspace, build artifacts are stored in the \`dist/artifacts\` directory.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const wasToolCalled = rig
-        .readToolLogs()
-        .some((log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'save_memory');
-      expect(
-        wasToolCalled,
-        'save_memory should not be called for workspace-specific information',
-      ).toBe(false);
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-
-  const ignoringMainEntryPoint = "Agent ignores workspace's main entry point";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: ignoringMainEntryPoint,
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        tools: {
-          core: [
-            'save_memory',
-            'list_directory',
-            'read_file',
-            'run_shell_command',
-          ],
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: `The main entry point for this workspace is \`src/index.js\`.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      await rig.waitForTelemetryReady();
-      const wasToolCalled = rig
-        .readToolLogs()
-        .some((log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'save_memory');
-      expect(
-        wasToolCalled,
-        'save_memory should not be called for workspace-specific information',
-      ).toBe(false);
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    },
-  });
-
-  const rememberingBirthday = "Agent remembers user's birthday";
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: rememberingBirthday,
-    params: {
-      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
-    },
-    prompt: `My birthday is on June 15th.`,
-    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-
-      assertModelHasOutput(result);
-      checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-        expectedContent: [/June 15th|ok|remember|will do/i],
-        testName: `${TEST_PREFIX}${rememberingBirthday}`,
-      });
+      validateModelOutput(result, 'blue', 'Save memory test');
     },
   });
 });

evals/shell-efficiency.eval.ts

@@ -1,110 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('Shell Efficiency', () => {
-  const getCommand = (call: any): string | undefined => {
-    let args = call.toolRequest.args;
-    if (typeof args === 'string') {
-      try {
-        args = JSON.parse(args);
-      } catch (e) {
-        // Ignore parse errors
-      }
-    }
-    return typeof args === 'string' ? args : (args as any)['command'];
-  };
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should use --silent/--quiet flags when installing packages',
-    prompt: 'Install the "lodash" package using npm.',
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCalls = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasEfficiencyFlag = shellCalls.some((call) => {
-        const cmd = getCommand(call);
-        return (
-          cmd &&
-          cmd.includes('npm install') &&
-          (cmd.includes('--silent') ||
-            cmd.includes('--quiet') ||
-            cmd.includes('-q'))
-        );
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasEfficiencyFlag,
-        `Expected agent to use efficiency flags for npm install. Commands used: ${shellCalls
-          .map(getCommand)
-          .join(', ')}`,
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should use --no-pager with git commands',
-    prompt: 'Show the git log.',
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCalls = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasNoPager = shellCalls.some((call) => {
-        const cmd = getCommand(call);
-        return cmd && cmd.includes('git') && cmd.includes('--no-pager');
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasNoPager,
-        `Expected agent to use --no-pager with git. Commands used: ${shellCalls
-          .map(getCommand)
-          .join(', ')}`,
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should NOT use efficiency flags when enableShellOutputEfficiency is disabled',
-    params: {
-      settings: {
-        tools: {
-          shell: {
-            enableShellOutputEfficiency: false,
-          },
-        },
-      },
-    },
-    prompt: 'Install the "lodash" package using npm.',
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolCalls = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCalls = toolCalls.filter(
-        (call) => call.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasEfficiencyFlag = shellCalls.some((call) => {
-        const cmd = getCommand(call);
-        return (
-          cmd &&
-          cmd.includes('npm install') &&
-          (cmd.includes('--silent') ||
-            cmd.includes('--quiet') ||
-            cmd.includes('-q'))
-        );
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasEfficiencyFlag,
-        'Agent used efficiency flags even though enableShellOutputEfficiency was disabled',
-      ).toBe(false);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/subagents.eval.ts

@@ -47,7 +47,18 @@ describe('subagent eval test cases', () => {
       'README.md': 'TODO: update the README.',
     },
     assert: async (rig, _result) => {
-      await rig.expectToolCallSuccess(['docs-agent']);
+      await rig.expectToolCallSuccess(
+        ['delegate_to_agent'],
+        undefined,
+        (args) => {
+          try {
+            const parsed = JSON.parse(args);
+            return parsed.agent_name === 'docs-agent';
+          } catch {
+            return false;
+          }
+        },
+      );
     },
   });
 });

evals/test-helper.ts

@@ -7,13 +7,9 @@
 import { it } from 'vitest';
 import fs from 'node:fs';
 import path from 'node:path';
-import crypto from 'node:crypto';
 import { execSync } from 'node:child_process';
 import { TestRig } from '@google/gemini-cli-test-utils';
-import {
-  createUnauthorizedToolError,
-  parseAgentMarkdown,
-} from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
+import { createUnauthorizedToolError } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
 
 export * from '@google/gemini-cli-test-utils';
 
@@ -38,71 +34,14 @@ export type EvalPolicy = 'ALWAYS_PASSES' | 'USUALLY_PASSES';
 export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
   const fn = async () => {
     const rig = new TestRig();
-    const { logDir, sanitizedName } = await prepareLogDir(evalCase.name);
-    const activityLogFile = path.join(logDir, `${sanitizedName}.jsonl`);
-    const logFile = path.join(logDir, `${sanitizedName}.log`);
-    let isSuccess = false;
     try {
       rig.setup(evalCase.name, evalCase.params);
 
-      // Symlink node modules to reduce the amount of time needed to
-      // bootstrap test projects.
-      const rootNodeModules = path.join(process.cwd(), 'node_modules');
-      const testNodeModules = path.join(rig.testDir || '', 'node_modules');
-      if (fs.existsSync(rootNodeModules) && !fs.existsSync(testNodeModules)) {
-        fs.symlinkSync(rootNodeModules, testNodeModules, 'dir');
-      }
-
       if (evalCase.files) {
-        const acknowledgedAgents: Record<string, Record<string, string>> = {};
-        const projectRoot = fs.realpathSync(rig.testDir!);
-
         for (const [filePath, content] of Object.entries(evalCase.files)) {
           const fullPath = path.join(rig.testDir!, filePath);
           fs.mkdirSync(path.dirname(fullPath), { recursive: true });
           fs.writeFileSync(fullPath, content);
-
-          // If it's an agent file, calculate hash for acknowledgement
-          if (
-            filePath.startsWith('.gemini/agents/') &&
-            filePath.endsWith('.md')
-          ) {
-            const hash = crypto
-              .createHash('sha256')
-              .update(content)
-              .digest('hex');
-
-            try {
-              const agentDefs = await parseAgentMarkdown(fullPath, content);
-              if (agentDefs.length > 0) {
-                const agentName = agentDefs[0].name;
-                if (!acknowledgedAgents[projectRoot]) {
-                  acknowledgedAgents[projectRoot] = {};
-                }
-                acknowledgedAgents[projectRoot][agentName] = hash;
-              }
-            } catch (error) {
-              console.warn(
-                `Failed to parse agent for test acknowledgement: ${filePath}`,
-                error,
-              );
-            }
-          }
-        }
-
-        // Write acknowledged_agents.json to the home directory
-        if (Object.keys(acknowledgedAgents).length > 0) {
-          const ackPath = path.join(
-            rig.homeDir!,
-            '.gemini',
-            'acknowledgments',
-            'agents.json',
-          );
-          fs.mkdirSync(path.dirname(ackPath), { recursive: true });
-          fs.writeFileSync(
-            ackPath,
-            JSON.stringify(acknowledgedAgents, null, 2),
-          );
         }
 
         const execOptions = { cwd: rig.testDir!, stdio: 'inherit' as const };
@@ -123,10 +62,6 @@ export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
       const result = await rig.run({
         args: evalCase.prompt,
         approvalMode: evalCase.approvalMode ?? 'yolo',
-        timeout: evalCase.timeout,
-        env: {
-          GEMINI_CLI_ACTIVITY_LOG_TARGET: activityLogFile,
-        },
       });
 
       const unauthorizedErrorPrefix =
@@ -138,21 +73,9 @@ export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
       }
 
       await evalCase.assert(rig, result);
-      isSuccess = true;
     } finally {
-      if (isSuccess) {
-        await fs.promises.unlink(activityLogFile).catch((err) => {
-          if (err.code !== 'ENOENT') throw err;
-        });
-      }
-
-      if (rig._lastRunStderr) {
-        const stderrFile = path.join(logDir, `${sanitizedName}.stderr.log`);
-        await fs.promises.writeFile(stderrFile, rig._lastRunStderr);
-      }
-
-      await fs.promises.writeFile(
-        logFile,
+      await logToFile(
+        evalCase.name,
         JSON.stringify(rig.readToolLogs(), null, 2),
       );
       await rig.cleanup();
@@ -162,23 +85,23 @@ export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
   if (policy === 'USUALLY_PASSES' && !process.env['RUN_EVALS']) {
     it.skip(evalCase.name, fn);
   } else {
-    it(evalCase.name, fn, evalCase.timeout);
+    it(evalCase.name, fn);
   }
 }
 
-async function prepareLogDir(name: string) {
-  const logDir = path.resolve(process.cwd(), 'evals/logs');
-  await fs.promises.mkdir(logDir, { recursive: true });
-  const sanitizedName = name.replace(/[^a-z0-9]/gi, '_').toLowerCase();
-  return { logDir, sanitizedName };
-}
-
 export interface EvalCase {
   name: string;
   params?: Record<string, any>;
   prompt: string;
-  timeout?: number;
   files?: Record<string, string>;
   approvalMode?: 'default' | 'auto_edit' | 'yolo' | 'plan';
   assert: (rig: TestRig, result: string) => Promise<void>;
 }
+
+async function logToFile(name: string, content: string) {
+  const logDir = 'evals/logs';
+  await fs.promises.mkdir(logDir, { recursive: true });
+  const sanitizedName = name.replace(/[^a-z0-9]/gi, '_').toLowerCase();
+  const logFile = `${logDir}/${sanitizedName}.log`;
+  await fs.promises.writeFile(logFile, content);
+}

evals/validation_fidelity.eval.ts

@@ -1,85 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('validation_fidelity', () => {
-  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should perform exhaustive validation autonomously when guided by system instructions',
-    files: {
-      'src/types.ts': `
-export interface LogEntry {
-  level: 'info' | 'warn' | 'error';
-  message: string;
-}
-`,
-      'src/logger.ts': `
-import { LogEntry } from './types.js';
-
-export function formatLog(entry: LogEntry): string {
-  return \`[\${entry.level.toUpperCase()}] \${entry.message}\`;
-}
-`,
-      'src/logger.test.ts': `
-import { expect, test } from 'vitest';
-import { formatLog } from './logger.js';
-import { LogEntry } from './types.js';
-
-test('formats log correctly', () => {
-  const entry: LogEntry = { level: 'info', message: 'test message' };
-  expect(formatLog(entry)).toBe('[INFO] test message');
-});
-`,
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify({
-        name: 'test-project',
-        type: 'module',
-        scripts: {
-          test: 'vitest run',
-          build: 'tsc --noEmit',
-        },
-      }),
-      'tsconfig.json': JSON.stringify({
-        compilerOptions: {
-          target: 'ESNext',
-          module: 'ESNext',
-          moduleResolution: 'node',
-          strict: true,
-          esModuleInterop: true,
-          skipLibCheck: true,
-          forceConsistentCasingInFileNames: true,
-        },
-      }),
-    },
-    prompt:
-      "Refactor the 'LogEntry' interface in 'src/types.ts' to rename the 'message' field to 'payload'.",
-    timeout: 600000,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      // The goal of this eval is to see if the agent realizes it needs to update usages
-      // AND run 'npm run build' or 'tsc' autonomously to ensure project-wide structural integrity.
-
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const shellCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-
-      const hasBuildOrTsc = shellCalls.some((log) => {
-        const cmd = JSON.parse(log.toolRequest.args).command.toLowerCase();
-        return (
-          cmd.includes('npm run build') ||
-          cmd.includes('tsc') ||
-          cmd.includes('typecheck') ||
-          cmd.includes('npm run verify')
-        );
-      });
-
-      expect(
-        hasBuildOrTsc,
-        'Expected the agent to autonomously run a build or type-check command to verify the refactoring',
-      ).toBe(true);
-    },
-  });
-});

evals/validation_fidelity_pre_existing_errors.eval.ts

@@ -1,79 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
-import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-
-describe('validation_fidelity_pre_existing_errors', () => {
-  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should handle pre-existing project errors gracefully during validation',
-    files: {
-      'src/math.ts': `
-export function add(a: number, b: number): number {
-  return a + b;
-}
-`,
-      'src/index.ts': `
-import { add } from './math.js';
-console.log(add(1, 2));
-`,
-      'src/utils.ts': `
-export function multiply(a: number, b: number): number {
-  return a * c; // 'c' is not defined - PRE-EXISTING ERROR
-}
-`,
-      'package.json': JSON.stringify({
-        name: 'test-project',
-        type: 'module',
-        scripts: {
-          test: 'vitest run',
-          build: 'tsc --noEmit',
-        },
-      }),
-      'tsconfig.json': JSON.stringify({
-        compilerOptions: {
-          target: 'ESNext',
-          module: 'ESNext',
-          moduleResolution: 'node',
-          strict: true,
-          esModuleInterop: true,
-          skipLibCheck: true,
-          forceConsistentCasingInFileNames: true,
-        },
-      }),
-    },
-    prompt: "In src/math.ts, rename the 'add' function to 'sum'.",
-    timeout: 600000,
-    assert: async (rig) => {
-      const toolLogs = rig.readToolLogs();
-      const replaceCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'replace',
-      );
-
-      // Verify it did the work in math.ts
-      const mathRefactor = replaceCalls.some((log) => {
-        const args = JSON.parse(log.toolRequest.args);
-        return (
-          args.file_path.endsWith('src/math.ts') &&
-          args.new_string.includes('sum')
-        );
-      });
-      expect(mathRefactor, 'Agent should have refactored math.ts').toBe(true);
-
-      const shellCalls = toolLogs.filter(
-        (log) => log.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command',
-      );
-      const ranValidation = shellCalls.some((log) => {
-        const cmd = JSON.parse(log.toolRequest.args).command.toLowerCase();
-        return cmd.includes('build') || cmd.includes('tsc');
-      });
-
-      expect(ranValidation, 'Agent should have attempted validation').toBe(
-        true,
-      );
-    },
-  });
-});

integration-tests/acp-env-auth.test.ts

@@ -1,163 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import { TestRig } from './test-helper.js';
-import { spawn, ChildProcess } from 'node:child_process';
-import { join, resolve } from 'node:path';
-import { writeFileSync, mkdirSync } from 'node:fs';
-import { Writable, Readable } from 'node:stream';
-import { env } from 'node:process';
-import * as acp from '@agentclientprotocol/sdk';
-
-const sandboxEnv = env['GEMINI_SANDBOX'];
-const itMaybe = sandboxEnv && sandboxEnv !== 'false' ? it.skip : it;
-
-class MockClient implements acp.Client {
-  updates: acp.SessionNotification[] = [];
-  sessionUpdate = async (params: acp.SessionNotification) => {
-    this.updates.push(params);
-  };
-  requestPermission = async (): Promise<acp.RequestPermissionResponse> => {
-    throw new Error('unexpected');
-  };
-}
-
-describe('ACP Environment and Auth', () => {
-  let rig: TestRig;
-  let child: ChildProcess | undefined;
-
-  beforeEach(() => {
-    rig = new TestRig();
-  });
-
-  afterEach(async () => {
-    child?.kill();
-    child = undefined;
-    await rig.cleanup();
-  });
-
-  itMaybe(
-    'should load .env from project directory and use the provided API key',
-    async () => {
-      rig.setup('acp-env-loading');
-
-      // Create a project directory with a .env file containing a recognizable invalid key
-      const projectDir = resolve(join(rig.testDir!, 'project'));
-      mkdirSync(projectDir, { recursive: true });
-      writeFileSync(
-        join(projectDir, '.env'),
-        'GEMINI_API_KEY=test-key-from-env\n',
-      );
-
-      const bundlePath = join(import.meta.dirname, '..', 'bundle/gemini.js');
-
-      child = spawn('node', [bundlePath, '--experimental-acp'], {
-        cwd: rig.homeDir!,
-        stdio: ['pipe', 'pipe', 'inherit'],
-        env: {
-          ...process.env,
-          GEMINI_CLI_HOME: rig.homeDir!,
-          GEMINI_API_KEY: undefined,
-          VERBOSE: 'true',
-        },
-      });
-
-      const input = Writable.toWeb(child.stdin!);
-      const output = Readable.toWeb(
-        child.stdout!,
-      ) as ReadableStream<Uint8Array>;
-      const testClient = new MockClient();
-      const stream = acp.ndJsonStream(input, output);
-      const connection = new acp.ClientSideConnection(() => testClient, stream);
-
-      await connection.initialize({
-        protocolVersion: acp.PROTOCOL_VERSION,
-        clientCapabilities: {
-          fs: { readTextFile: false, writeTextFile: false },
-        },
-      });
-
-      // 1. newSession should succeed because it finds the key in .env
-      const { sessionId } = await connection.newSession({
-        cwd: projectDir,
-        mcpServers: [],
-      });
-
-      expect(sessionId).toBeDefined();
-
-      // 2. prompt should fail because the key is invalid,
-      // but the error should come from the API, not the internal auth check.
-      await expect(
-        connection.prompt({
-          sessionId,
-          prompt: [{ type: 'text', text: 'hello' }],
-        }),
-      ).rejects.toSatisfy((error: unknown) => {
-        const acpError = error as acp.RequestError;
-        const errorData = acpError.data as
-          | { error?: { message?: string } }
-          | undefined;
-        const message = String(errorData?.error?.message || acpError.message);
-        // It should NOT be our internal "Authentication required" message
-        expect(message).not.toContain('Authentication required');
-        // It SHOULD be an API error mentioning the invalid key
-        expect(message).toContain('API key not valid');
-        return true;
-      });
-
-      child.stdin!.end();
-    },
-  );
-
-  itMaybe(
-    'should fail with authRequired when no API key is found',
-    async () => {
-      rig.setup('acp-auth-failure');
-
-      const bundlePath = join(import.meta.dirname, '..', 'bundle/gemini.js');
-
-      child = spawn('node', [bundlePath, '--experimental-acp'], {
-        cwd: rig.homeDir!,
-        stdio: ['pipe', 'pipe', 'inherit'],
-        env: {
-          ...process.env,
-          GEMINI_CLI_HOME: rig.homeDir!,
-          GEMINI_API_KEY: undefined,
-          VERBOSE: 'true',
-        },
-      });
-
-      const input = Writable.toWeb(child.stdin!);
-      const output = Readable.toWeb(
-        child.stdout!,
-      ) as ReadableStream<Uint8Array>;
-      const testClient = new MockClient();
-      const stream = acp.ndJsonStream(input, output);
-      const connection = new acp.ClientSideConnection(() => testClient, stream);
-
-      await connection.initialize({
-        protocolVersion: acp.PROTOCOL_VERSION,
-        clientCapabilities: {
-          fs: { readTextFile: false, writeTextFile: false },
-        },
-      });
-
-      await expect(
-        connection.newSession({
-          cwd: resolve(rig.testDir!),
-          mcpServers: [],
-        }),
-      ).rejects.toMatchObject({
-        message: expect.stringContaining(
-          'Gemini API key is missing or not configured.',
-        ),
-      });
-
-      child.stdin!.end();
-    },
-  );
-});

integration-tests/checkpointing.test.ts

@@ -1,155 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import * as fs from 'node:fs/promises';
-import * as path from 'node:path';
-import * as os from 'node:os';
-import { GitService, Storage } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
-
-describe('Checkpointing Integration', () => {
-  let tmpDir: string;
-  let projectRoot: string;
-  let fakeHome: string;
-  let originalEnv: NodeJS.ProcessEnv;
-
-  beforeEach(async () => {
-    tmpDir = await fs.mkdtemp(
-      path.join(os.tmpdir(), 'gemini-checkpoint-test-'),
-    );
-    projectRoot = path.join(tmpDir, 'project');
-    fakeHome = path.join(tmpDir, 'home');
-
-    await fs.mkdir(projectRoot, { recursive: true });
-    await fs.mkdir(fakeHome, { recursive: true });
-
-    // Save original env
-    originalEnv = { ...process.env };
-
-    // Simulate environment with NO global gitconfig
-    process.env['HOME'] = fakeHome;
-    delete process.env['GIT_CONFIG_GLOBAL'];
-    delete process.env['GIT_CONFIG_SYSTEM'];
-  });
-
-  afterEach(async () => {
-    // Restore env
-    process.env = originalEnv;
-
-    // Cleanup
-    try {
-      await fs.rm(tmpDir, { recursive: true, force: true });
-    } catch (e) {
-      console.error('Failed to cleanup temp dir', e);
-    }
-  });
-
-  it('should successfully create and restore snapshots without global git config', async () => {
-    const storage = new Storage(projectRoot);
-    const gitService = new GitService(projectRoot, storage);
-
-    // 1. Initialize
-    await gitService.initialize();
-
-    // Verify system config empty file creation
-    // We need to access getHistoryDir logic or replicate it.
-    // Since we don't have access to private getHistoryDir, we can infer it or just trust the functional test.
-
-    // 2. Create initial state
-    await fs.writeFile(path.join(projectRoot, 'file1.txt'), 'version 1');
-    await fs.writeFile(path.join(projectRoot, 'file2.txt'), 'permanent file');
-
-    // 3. Create Snapshot
-    const snapshotHash = await gitService.createFileSnapshot('Checkpoint 1');
-    expect(snapshotHash).toBeDefined();
-
-    // 4. Modify files
-    await fs.writeFile(
-      path.join(projectRoot, 'file1.txt'),
-      'version 2 (BAD CHANGE)',
-    );
-    await fs.writeFile(
-      path.join(projectRoot, 'file3.txt'),
-      'new file (SHOULD BE GONE)',
-    );
-    await fs.rm(path.join(projectRoot, 'file2.txt'));
-
-    // 5. Restore
-    await gitService.restoreProjectFromSnapshot(snapshotHash);
-
-    // 6. Verify state
-    const file1Content = await fs.readFile(
-      path.join(projectRoot, 'file1.txt'),
-      'utf-8',
-    );
-    expect(file1Content).toBe('version 1');
-
-    const file2Exists = await fs
-      .stat(path.join(projectRoot, 'file2.txt'))
-      .then(() => true)
-      .catch(() => false);
-    expect(file2Exists).toBe(true);
-    const file2Content = await fs.readFile(
-      path.join(projectRoot, 'file2.txt'),
-      'utf-8',
-    );
-    expect(file2Content).toBe('permanent file');
-
-    const file3Exists = await fs
-      .stat(path.join(projectRoot, 'file3.txt'))
-      .then(() => true)
-      .catch(() => false);
-    expect(file3Exists).toBe(false);
-  });
-
-  it('should ignore user global git config and use isolated identity', async () => {
-    // 1. Create a fake global gitconfig with a specific user
-    const globalConfigPath = path.join(fakeHome, '.gitconfig');
-    const globalConfigContent = `[user]
-  name = Global User
-  email = global@example.com
-`;
-    await fs.writeFile(globalConfigPath, globalConfigContent);
-
-    // Point HOME to fakeHome so git picks up this global config (if we didn't isolate it)
-    process.env['HOME'] = fakeHome;
-    // Ensure GIT_CONFIG_GLOBAL is NOT set for the process initially,
-    // so it would default to HOME/.gitconfig if GitService didn't override it.
-    delete process.env['GIT_CONFIG_GLOBAL'];
-
-    const storage = new Storage(projectRoot);
-    const gitService = new GitService(projectRoot, storage);
-
-    await gitService.initialize();
-
-    // 2. Create a file and snapshot
-    await fs.writeFile(path.join(projectRoot, 'test.txt'), 'content');
-    await gitService.createFileSnapshot('Snapshot with global config present');
-
-    // 3. Verify the commit author in the shadow repo
-    const historyDir = storage.getHistoryDir();
-
-    const { execFileSync } = await import('node:child_process');
-
-    const logOutput = execFileSync(
-      'git',
-      ['log', '-1', '--pretty=format:%an <%ae>'],
-      {
-        cwd: historyDir,
-        env: {
-          ...process.env,
-          GIT_DIR: path.join(historyDir, '.git'),
-          GIT_CONFIG_GLOBAL: path.join(historyDir, '.gitconfig'),
-          GIT_CONFIG_SYSTEM: path.join(historyDir, '.gitconfig_system_empty'),
-        },
-        encoding: 'utf-8',
-      },
-    );
-
-    expect(logOutput).toBe('Gemini CLI <gemini-cli@google.com>');
-    expect(logOutput).not.toContain('Global User');
-  });
-});

integration-tests/clipboard-linux.test.ts

@@ -1,110 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import { TestRig } from './test-helper.js';
-import { execSync, spawnSync } from 'node:child_process';
-import * as os from 'node:os';
-import * as fs from 'node:fs';
-import * as path from 'node:path';
-
-// Minimal 1x1 PNG image base64
-const DUMMY_PNG_BASE64 =
-  'iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAYAAAAfFcSJAAAADUlEQVR42mP8z8BQDwAEhQGAhKmMIQAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==';
-
-describe('Linux Clipboard Integration', () => {
-  let rig: TestRig;
-  let dummyImagePath: string;
-
-  beforeEach(() => {
-    rig = new TestRig();
-    // Create a dummy image file for testing
-    dummyImagePath = path.join(
-      os.tmpdir(),
-      `gemini-test-clipboard-${Date.now()}.png`,
-    );
-    fs.writeFileSync(dummyImagePath, Buffer.from(DUMMY_PNG_BASE64, 'base64'));
-  });
-
-  afterEach(async () => {
-    await rig.cleanup();
-    try {
-      if (fs.existsSync(dummyImagePath)) {
-        fs.unlinkSync(dummyImagePath);
-      }
-    } catch {
-      // Ignore cleanup errors
-    }
-  });
-
-  // Only run this test on Linux
-  const runIfLinux = os.platform() === 'linux' ? it : it.skip;
-
-  runIfLinux(
-    'should paste image from system clipboard when Ctrl+V is pressed',
-    async () => {
-      // 1. Setup rig
-      await rig.setup('linux-clipboard-paste');
-
-      // 2. Inject image into system clipboard
-      // We attempt both Wayland and X11 tools.
-      let clipboardSet = false;
-
-      // Try wl-copy (Wayland)
-      let sessionType = '';
-      const wlCopy = spawnSync('wl-copy', ['--type', 'image/png'], {
-        input: fs.readFileSync(dummyImagePath),
-      });
-      if (wlCopy.status === 0) {
-        clipboardSet = true;
-        sessionType = 'wayland';
-      } else {
-        // Try xclip (X11)
-        try {
-          execSync(
-            `xclip -selection clipboard -t image/png -i "${dummyImagePath}"`,
-            { stdio: 'ignore' },
-          );
-          clipboardSet = true;
-          sessionType = 'x11';
-        } catch {
-          // Both failed
-        }
-      }
-
-      if (!clipboardSet) {
-        console.warn(
-          'Skipping test: Could not access system clipboard (wl-copy or xclip required)',
-        );
-        return;
-      }
-
-      // 3. Launch CLI and simulate Ctrl+V
-      // We send the control character \u0016 (SYN) which corresponds to Ctrl+V
-      // Note: The CLI must be running and accepting input.
-      // The TestRig usually sends args/stdin and waits for exit or output.
-      // To properly test "interactive" pasting, we need the rig to support sending input *while* running.
-      // Assuming rig.run with 'stdin' sends it immediately.
-      // The CLI treats stdin as typed input if it's interactive.
-
-      // We append a small delay or a newline to ensure processing?
-      // Ctrl+V (\u0016) followed by a newline (\r) to submit?
-      // Or just Ctrl+V and check if the buffer updates (which we can't easily see in non-verbose rig output).
-      // If we send Ctrl+V then Enter, the CLI should submit the prompt containing the image path.
-
-      const result = await rig.run({
-        stdin: '\u0016\r', // Ctrl+V then Enter
-        env: { XDG_SESSION_TYPE: sessionType },
-      });
-
-      // 4. Verify Output
-      // Expect the CLI to have processed the image and echoed back the path (or the prompt containing it)
-      // The output usually contains the user's input echoed back + model response.
-      // The pasted image path should look like @.../clipboard-....png
-      expect(result).toMatch(/@\/.*\.gemini-clipboard\/clipboard-.*\.png/);
-    },
-  );
-});

integration-tests/file-system.test.ts

@@ -7,12 +7,7 @@
 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
 import { existsSync } from 'node:fs';
 import * as path from 'node:path';
-import {
-  TestRig,
-  printDebugInfo,
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from './test-helper.js';
+import { TestRig, printDebugInfo, validateModelOutput } from './test-helper.js';
 
 describe('file-system', () => {
   let rig: TestRig;
@@ -48,11 +43,8 @@ describe('file-system', () => {
       'Expected to find a read_file tool call',
     ).toBeTruthy();
 
-    assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-      expectedContent: 'hello world',
-      testName: 'File read test',
-    });
+    // Validate model output - will throw if no output, warn if missing expected content
+    validateModelOutput(result, 'hello world', 'File read test');
   });
 
   it('should be able to write a file', async () => {
@@ -82,8 +74,8 @@ describe('file-system', () => {
       'Expected to find a write_file, edit, or replace tool call',
     ).toBeTruthy();
 
-    assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    checkModelOutputContent(result, { testName: 'File write test' });
+    // Validate model output - will throw if no output
+    validateModelOutput(result, null, 'File write test');
 
     const fileContent = rig.readFile('test.txt');
 

integration-tests/globalSetup.ts

@@ -13,7 +13,6 @@ import { mkdir, readdir, rm } from 'node:fs/promises';
 import { join, dirname } from 'node:path';
 import { fileURLToPath } from 'node:url';
 import { canUseRipgrep } from '../packages/core/src/tools/ripGrep.js';
-import { disableMouseTracking } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
 
 const __dirname = dirname(fileURLToPath(import.meta.url));
 const rootDir = join(__dirname, '..');
@@ -73,11 +72,6 @@ export async function setup() {
 }
 
 export async function teardown() {
-  // Disable mouse tracking
-  if (process.stdout.isTTY) {
-    disableMouseTracking();
-  }
-
   // Cleanup the test run directory unless KEEP_OUTPUT is set
   if (process.env['KEEP_OUTPUT'] !== 'true' && runDir) {
     try {

integration-tests/google_web_search.test.ts

@@ -6,12 +6,7 @@
 
 import { WEB_SEARCH_TOOL_NAME } from '../packages/core/src/tools/tool-names.js';
 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import {
-  TestRig,
-  printDebugInfo,
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from './test-helper.js';
+import { TestRig, printDebugInfo, validateModelOutput } from './test-helper.js';
 
 describe('web search tool', () => {
   let rig: TestRig;
@@ -73,11 +68,12 @@ describe('web search tool', () => {
       `Expected to find a call to ${WEB_SEARCH_TOOL_NAME}`,
     ).toBeTruthy();
 
-    assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    const hasExpectedContent = checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-      expectedContent: ['weather', 'london'],
-      testName: 'Google web search test',
-    });
+    // Validate model output - will throw if no output, warn if missing expected content
+    const hasExpectedContent = validateModelOutput(
+      result,
+      ['weather', 'london'],
+      'Google web search test',
+    );
 
     // If content was missing, log the search queries used
     if (!hasExpectedContent) {

integration-tests/hooks-agent-flow.test.ts

@@ -155,84 +155,6 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
       // The fake response contains "Hello World"
       expect(afterAgentLog?.hookCall.stdout).toContain('Hello World');
     });
-
-    it('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', async () => {
-      await rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
-        fakeResponsesPath: join(
-          import.meta.dirname,
-          'hooks-system.after-agent.responses',
-        ),
-      });
-
-      // BeforeModel hook to track message counts across LLM calls
-      const messageCountFile = join(rig.testDir!, 'message-counts.json');
-      const beforeModelScript = `
-        const fs = require('fs');
-        const input = JSON.parse(fs.readFileSync(0, 'utf-8'));
-        const messageCount = input.llm_request?.contents?.length || 0;
-        let counts = [];
-        try { counts = JSON.parse(fs.readFileSync('${messageCountFile}', 'utf-8')); } catch (e) {}
-        counts.push(messageCount);
-        fs.writeFileSync('${messageCountFile}', JSON.stringify(counts));
-        console.log(JSON.stringify({ decision: 'allow' }));
-      `;
-      const beforeModelScriptPath = join(
-        rig.testDir!,
-        'before_model_counter.cjs',
-      );
-      writeFileSync(beforeModelScriptPath, beforeModelScript);
-
-      await rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
-        settings: {
-          hooks: {
-            enabled: true,
-            BeforeModel: [
-              {
-                hooks: [
-                  {
-                    type: 'command',
-                    command: `node "${beforeModelScriptPath}"`,
-                    timeout: 5000,
-                  },
-                ],
-              },
-            ],
-            AfterAgent: [
-              {
-                hooks: [
-                  {
-                    type: 'command',
-                    command: `node -e "console.log(JSON.stringify({decision: 'block', reason: 'Security policy triggered', hookSpecificOutput: {hookEventName: 'AfterAgent', clearContext: true}}))"`,
-                    timeout: 5000,
-                  },
-                ],
-              },
-            ],
-          },
-        },
-      });
-
-      const result = await rig.run({ args: 'Hello test' });
-
-      const hookTelemetryFound = await rig.waitForTelemetryEvent('hook_call');
-      expect(hookTelemetryFound).toBeTruthy();
-
-      const hookLogs = rig.readHookLogs();
-      const afterAgentLog = hookLogs.find(
-        (log) => log.hookCall.hook_event_name === 'AfterAgent',
-      );
-
-      expect(afterAgentLog).toBeDefined();
-      expect(afterAgentLog?.hookCall.stdout).toContain('clearContext');
-      expect(afterAgentLog?.hookCall.stdout).toContain('true');
-      expect(result).toContain('Security policy triggered');
-
-      // Verify context was cleared: second call should not have more messages than first
-      const countsRaw = rig.readFile('message-counts.json');
-      const counts = JSON.parse(countsRaw) as number[];
-      expect(counts.length).toBeGreaterThanOrEqual(2);
-      expect(counts[1]).toBeLessThanOrEqual(counts[0]);
-    });
   });
 
   describe('Multi-step Loops', () => {

integration-tests/hooks-system.test.ts

@@ -484,19 +484,9 @@ console.log(JSON.stringify({
           'hooks-system.before-tool-selection.responses',
         ),
       });
-
-      // Write hook script to file (inline node -e has quoting issues on Windows)
-      const hookScript = `console.log(JSON.stringify({
-  hookSpecificOutput: {
-    hookEventName: 'BeforeToolSelection',
-    toolConfig: {
-      mode: 'ANY',
-      allowedFunctionNames: ['read_file', 'run_shell_command']
-    }
-  }
-}));`;
-      const scriptPath = join(rig.testDir!, 'before_tool_selection_hook.cjs');
-      writeFileSync(scriptPath, hookScript);
+      // Create inline hook command (works on both Unix and Windows)
+      const hookCommand =
+        "node -e \"console.log(JSON.stringify({hookSpecificOutput: {hookEventName: 'BeforeToolSelection', toolConfig: {mode: 'ANY', allowedFunctionNames: ['read_file', 'run_shell_command']}}}))\"";
 
       rig.setup('should modify tool selection with BeforeToolSelection hooks', {
         settings: {
@@ -510,7 +500,7 @@ console.log(JSON.stringify({
                 hooks: [
                   {
                     type: 'command',
-                    command: `node "${scriptPath.replace(/\\/g, '/')}"`,
+                    command: hookCommand,
                     timeout: 5000,
                   },
                 ],

integration-tests/list_directory.test.ts

@@ -9,8 +9,7 @@ import {
   TestRig,
   poll,
   printDebugInfo,
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
+  validateModelOutput,
 } from './test-helper.js';
 import { existsSync } from 'node:fs';
 import { join } from 'node:path';
@@ -69,10 +68,7 @@ describe('list_directory', () => {
       throw e;
     }
 
-    assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    checkModelOutputContent(result, {
-      expectedContent: ['file1.txt', 'subdir'],
-      testName: 'List directory test',
-    });
+    // Validate model output - will throw if no output, warn if missing expected content
+    validateModelOutput(result, ['file1.txt', 'subdir'], 'List directory test');
   });
 });

integration-tests/read_many_files.test.ts

@@ -5,12 +5,7 @@
  */
 
 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import {
-  TestRig,
-  printDebugInfo,
-  assertModelHasOutput,
-  checkModelOutputContent,
-} from './test-helper.js';
+import { TestRig, printDebugInfo, validateModelOutput } from './test-helper.js';
 
 describe('read_many_files', () => {
   let rig: TestRig;
@@ -55,7 +50,7 @@ describe('read_many_files', () => {
       'Expected to find either read_many_files or multiple read_file tool calls',
     ).toBeTruthy();
 
-    assertModelHasOutput(result);
-    checkModelOutputContent(result, { testName: 'Read many files test' });
+    // Validate model output - will throw if no output
+    validateModelOutput(result, null, 'Read many files test');
   });
 });

integration-tests/resume_repro.responses

@@ -1 +0,0 @@
-{"method":"generateContentStream","response":[{"candidates":[{"content":{"parts":[{"text":"Session started."}],"role":"model"},"finishReason":"STOP","index":0}]}]}

integration-tests/resume_repro.test.ts

@@ -1,42 +0,0 @@
-/**
- * @license
- * Copyright 2025 Google LLC
- * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
- */
-
-import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import { TestRig } from './test-helper.js';
-import * as path from 'node:path';
-import { fileURLToPath } from 'node:url';
-
-const __dirname = path.dirname(fileURLToPath(import.meta.url));
-
-describe('resume-repro', () => {
-  let rig: TestRig;
-
-  beforeEach(() => {
-    rig = new TestRig();
-  });
-
-  afterEach(async () => await rig.cleanup());
-
-  it('should be able to resume a session without "Storage must be initialized before use"', async () => {
-    const responsesPath = path.join(__dirname, 'resume_repro.responses');
-    await rig.setup('should be able to resume a session', {
-      fakeResponsesPath: responsesPath,
-    });
-
-    // 1. First run to create a session
-    await rig.run({
-      args: 'hello',
-    });
-
-    // 2. Second run with --resume latest
-    // This should NOT fail with "Storage must be initialized before use"
-    const result = await rig.run({
-      args: ['--resume', 'latest', 'continue'],
-    });
-
-    expect(result).toContain('Session started');
-  });
-});