chore(ci): enforce settings docs parity in preflight

Add a dedicated check:docs:settings script and run it from preflight to catch settings doc drift locally before CI. Update GEMINI.md testing guidance to include the new CI-parity check for CLI/UI changes.
feat(cli): add loading state to new agents notification (#19190 )
2026-07-24 00:30:59 -07:00 · 2026-02-16 11:08:59 -05:00 · 2026-02-16 06:43:25 +00:00 · 2026-02-16 04:18:36 +00:00 · 2026-02-16 03:20:22 +00:00 · 2026-02-15 20:26:59 +00:00
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@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ You are an expert at fixing behavioral evaluations.
       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, prompt.ts, and/or modules that contribute to the prompt.
+       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
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-description = "Reviews a frontend PR or staged changes and automatically initiates a Pickle Fix loop for findings."
+description = "Reviews a PR or staged changes and automatically initiates a Pickle Fix loop for findings."
 prompt = """
-You are an expert Frontend Reviewer and Pickle Rick Worker.
+You are an expert Reviewer and Pickle Rick Worker.

 Target: {{args}}

@@ -56,8 +56,6 @@ Follow these steps to conduct a thorough review:
       pollution.
     * Use `vi.useFakeTimers()` for tests involving time-based logic to avoid
       flakiness.
-     * Avoid using `any` in tests; prefer proper types or `unknown` with
-       narrowing.
     * 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
@@ -105,7 +103,20 @@ Follow these steps to conduct a thorough review:
      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. General Gemini CLI design principles:
+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.
@@ -125,17 +136,23 @@ Follow these steps to conduct a thorough review:
      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.
-10. TypeScript Best Practices:
+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.
-11. Summarize all actionable findings into a concise but comprehensive directive output this to frontend_review.md and advance to phase 2.
+    * **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 coding agent.
+You are initiating Pickle Rick - the ultimate engineering agent.

 **Step 0: Persona Injection**
 First, you **MUST** activate your persona.
@@ -160,7 +177,7 @@ bash "${extensionPath}/scripts/setup.sh" $ARGUMENTS
 pwsh -File "${extensionPath}/scripts/setup.ps1" $ARGUMENTS
 ```

-**CRITICAL**: Your request is to fix all findings in frontend_review.md
+**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`.
@@ -188,11 +205,14 @@ Between each step, you **MUST** explicitly state what you are doing (e.g., "Movi
    *   **Validation**: IGNORE worker logs. DIRECTLY verify:
        1. `git status` (Check for file changes)
        2. `git diff` (Check code quality)
-        3. Run tests/build (Check functionality)
+        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 `frontend_review.md`.
+    *   **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.
@@ -0,0 +1,9 @@
+{
+  "experimental": {
+    "plan": true,
+    "extensionReloading": true
+  },
+  "general": {
+    "devtools": true
+  }
+}
@@ -0,0 +1,131 @@
+---
+name: docs-changelog
+description: >-
+  Generates and formats changelog files for a new release based on provided
+  version and raw changelog data.
+---
+
+# Procedure: Updating Changelog for New Releases
+
+## Objective
+
+To standardize the process of updating changelog files (`latest.md`,
+`preview.md`, `index.md`) based on automated release information.
+
+## Inputs
+
+- **version**: The release version string (e.g., `v0.28.0`,
+  `v0.29.0-preview.2`).
+- **TIME**: The release timestamp (e.g., `2026-02-12T20:33:15Z`).
+- **BODY**: The raw markdown release notes, containing a "What's Changed"
+  section and a "Full Changelog" link.
+
+## Guidelines for `latest.md` and `preview.md` Highlights
+
+- Aim for **3-5 key highlight points**.
+- **Prioritize** summarizing new features over other changes like bug fixes or
+  chores.
+- **Avoid** mentioning features that are "experimental" or "in preview" in
+  Stable Releases.
+- **DO NOT** include PR numbers, links, or author names in these highlights.
+- Refer to `.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/references/highlights_examples.md`
+  for the correct style and tone.
+
+## Initial Processing
+
+1.  **Analyze Version**: Determine the release path based on the `version`
+    string.
+    - If `version` contains "nightly", **STOP**. No changes are made.
+    - If `version` ends in `.0`, follow the **Path A: New Minor Version**
+      procedure.
+    - If `version` does not end in `.0`, follow the **Path B: Patch Version**
+      procedure.
+2.  **Process Time**: Convert the `TIME` input into two formats for later use:
+    `yyyy-mm-dd` and `Month dd, yyyy`.
+3.  **Process Body**:
+    - Save the incoming `BODY` content to a temporary file for processing.
+    - In the "What's Changed" section of the temporary file, reformat all pull
+      request URLs to be markdown links with the PR number as the text (e.g.,
+      `[#12345](URL)`).
+    - If a "New Contributors" section exists, delete it.
+    - Preserve the "**Full Changelog**" link. The processed content of this
+      temporary file will be used in subsequent steps.
+
+---
+
+## Path A: New Minor Version
+
+*Use this path if the version number ends in `.0`.*
+
+### A.1: Stable Release (e.g., `v0.28.0`)
+
+For a stable release, you will generate two distinct summaries from the
+changelog: a concise **announcement** for the main changelog page, and a more
+detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
+
+1.  **Create the Announcement for `index.md`**:
+    -   Generate a concise announcement summarizing the most important changes.
+    -   **Important**: The format for this announcement is unique. You **must**
+        use the existing announcements in `docs/changelogs/index.md` and the
+        example within
+        `.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/references/index_template.md` as your
+        guide. This format includes PR links and authors.
+    -   Add this new announcement to the top of `docs/changelogs/index.md`.
+
+2.  **Create Highlights and Update `latest.md`**:
+    -   Generate a comprehensive "Highlights" section, following the guidelines
+        in the "Guidelines for `latest.md` and `preview.md` Highlights" section
+        above.
+    -   Take the content from
+        `.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/references/latest_template.md`.
+    -   Populate the template with the `version`, `release_date`, generated
+        `highlights`, and the processed content from the temporary file.
+    -   **Completely replace** the contents of `docs/changelogs/latest.md` with
+        the populated template.
+
+### A.2: Preview Release (e.g., `v0.29.0-preview.0`)
+
+1.  **Update `preview.md`**:
+    -   Generate a comprehensive "Highlights" section, following the highlight
+        guidelines.
+    -   Take the content from
+        `.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/references/preview_template.md`.
+    -   Populate the template with the `version`, `release_date`, generated
+        `highlights`, and the processed content from the temporary file.
+    -   **Completely replace** the contents of `docs/changelogs/preview.md`
+        with the populated template.
+
+---
+
+## Path B: Patch Version
+
+*Use this path if the version number does **not** end in `.0`.*
+
+### B.1: Stable Patch (e.g., `v0.28.1`)
+
+- **Target File**: `docs/changelogs/latest.md`
+- Perform the following edits on the target file:
+    1.  Update the version in the main header.
+    2.  Update the "Released:" date.
+    3.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
+        to the existing "What's Changed" list in the file.
+    4.  In the "Full Changelog" URL, replace only the trailing version with the
+        new patch version.
+
+### B.2: Preview Patch (e.g., `v0.29.0-preview.3`)
+
+- **Target File**: `docs/changelogs/preview.md`
+- Perform the following edits on the target file:
+    1.  Update the version in the main header.
+    2.  Update the "Released:" date.
+    3.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
+        to the existing "What's Changed" list in the file.
+    4.  In the "Full Changelog" URL, replace only the trailing version with the
+        new patch version.
+
+---
+
+## Finalize
+
+- After making changes, run `npm run format` to ensure consistency.
+- Delete any temporary files created during the process.
@@ -0,0 +1,68 @@
+## Highlights example 1
+
+- **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.
+
+## Highlights example 2
+
+- **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.
+
+## Highlights example 3
+
+- **Event-Driven Architecture:** The CLI now uses an event-driven scheduler for
+  tool execution, improving performance and responsiveness. This includes
+  migrating non-interactive flows and sub-agents to the new scheduler.
+- **Enhanced User Experience:** This release introduces several UI/UX
+  improvements, including queued tool confirmations and the ability to expand
+  and collapse large pasted text blocks. The `Settings` dialog has been improved
+  to reduce jitter and preserve focus.
+- **Agent and Skill Improvements:** Agent Skills have been promoted to a stable
+  feature. Sub-agents now use a JSON schema for input and are tracked by an
+  `AgentRegistry`.
+- **New `/rewind` Command:** A new `/rewind` command has been implemented to
+  allow users to go back in their session history.
+- **Improved Shell and File Handling:** The shell tool's output format has been
+  optimized, and the CLI now gracefully handles disk-full errors during chat
+  recording. A bug in detecting already added paths has been fixed.
+- **Linux Clipboard Support:** Image pasting capabilities for Wayland and X11 on
+  Linux have been added.
+
+## Highlights example 4
+
+- **Improved Hooks Management:** Hooks enable/disable functionality now aligns
+  with skills and offers improved completion.
+- **Custom Themes for Extensions:** Extensions can now support custom themes,
+  allowing for greater personalization.
+- **User Identity Display:** User identity information (auth, email, tier) is
+  now displayed on startup and in the `stats` command.
+- **Plan Mode Enhancements:** Plan mode has been improved with a generic
+  `Checklist` component and refactored `Todo`.
+- **Background Shell Commands:** Implementation of background shell commands.
@@ -0,0 +1,10 @@
+## Announcements: {{version}} - {{release_date_yyyy_mm_dd}}
+
+{{announcement_content}}
+
+<!-- Example entry, multiple entries per highlights
+  - **Highlighted Feature:** We've added a new highlighted feature to help
+  you generate prompt suggestions
+  ([#nnnnn](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/nnnnn) by
+  @author).
+-->
@@ -0,0 +1,20 @@
+# Latest stable release: {{version}}
+
+Released: {{release_date_month_dd_yyyy}}
+
+For most users, our latest stable release is the recommended release. Install
+the latest stable version with:
+
+```
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
+```
+
+## Highlights
+
+{{highlights_content}}
+
+## What's Changed
+
+{{changelog_list}}
+
+**Full Changelog**: {{full_changelog_link}}
@@ -0,0 +1,22 @@
+# Preview release: {{version}}
+
+Released: {{release_date_month_dd_yyyy}}
+
+Our preview release includes the latest, new, and experimental features. This
+release may not be as stable as our [latest weekly release](latest.md).
+
+To install the preview release:
+
+```
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
+```
+
+## Highlights
+
+{{highlights_content}}
+
+## What's Changed
+
+{{changelog_list}}
+
+**Full Changelog**: {{full_changelog_link}}
@@ -1,71 +1,135 @@
 ---
 name: docs-writer
 description:
-  Use this skill for writing, reviewing, and editing documentation (`/docs`
-  directory or any .md file) for Gemini CLI.
+  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, your goal
-is to produce and refine documentation that is accurate, clear, consistent, and
-easy for users to understand. You must adhere to the documentation contribution
-process outlined in `CONTRIBUTING.md`.
+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.

-## Step 1: Understand the goal and create a plan
+## Phase 1: Documentation standards

-1.  **Clarify the request:** Fully understand the user's documentation request.
-    Identify the core feature, command, or concept that needs work.
-2.  **Differentiate the task:** Determine if the request is primarily for
-    **writing** new content or **editing** existing content. If the request is
-    ambiguous (e.g., "fix the docs"), ask the user for clarification.
-3.  **Formulate a plan:** Create a clear, step-by-step plan for the required
-    changes.
+Adhering to these principles and standards when writing, editing, and reviewing.

-## Step 2: Investigate and gather information
+### Voice and tone
+Adopt a tone that balances professionalism with a helpful, conversational
+approach.

-1.  **Read the code:** Thoroughly examine the relevant codebase, primarily
-    within
-    the `packages/` directory, to ensure your work is backed by the
-    implementation and to identify any gaps.
-2.  **Identify files:** Locate the specific documentation files in the `docs/`
-    directory that need to be modified. Always read the latest version of a file
-    before you begin work.
-3.  **Check for connections:** Consider related documentation. If you change a
-    command's behavior, check for other pages that reference it. If you add a new
-    page, check if `docs/sidebar.json` needs to be updated. Make sure all
-    links are up to date.
+- **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).

-## Step 3: Write or edit the documentation
+### Language and grammar
+Write precisely to ensure your instructions are unambiguous.

-1.  **Follow the style guide:** Adhere to the rules in
-    `references/style-guide.md`. Read this file to understand the project's
-    documentation standards.
-2.   Ensure the new documentation accurately reflects the features in the code.
-3.  **Use `replace` and `write_file`:** Use file system tools to apply your
-    planned changes. For small edits, `replace` is preferred. For new files or
-    large rewrites, `write_file` is more appropriate.
+- **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.

-### Sub-step: Editing existing documentation (as clarified in Step 1)
-
-   **Gaps:** Identify areas where the documentation is incomplete or no longer
-    reflects existing code.
-   **Tone:** Ensure the tone is active and engaging, not passive.
-   **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.
-
-## Step 4: Verify and finalize
-
-1.  **Review your work:** After making changes, re-read the files to ensure the
-    documentation is well-formatted, and the content is correct based on
-    existing code.
-2.  **Link verification:** Verify the validity of all links in the new content.
-    Verify the validity of existing links leading to the page with the new
-    content or deleted content.
-2.  **Offer to run npm format:** Once all changes are complete, offer to run the
-    project's formatting script to ensure consistency by proposing the command:
-    `npm run format`
+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.
@@ -1,96 +0,0 @@
-# Documentation style guide
-
-## I. Core principles
-
-1.  **Clarity:** Write for easy understanding. Prioritize clear, direct, and
-    simple language.
-2.  **Consistency:** Use consistent terminology, formatting, and style
-    throughout the documentation.
-3.  **Accuracy:** Ensure all information is technically correct and up-to-date.
-4.  **Accessibility:** Design documentation to be usable by everyone. Focus on
-    semantic structure, clear link text, and image alternatives.
-5.  **Global audience:** Write in standard US English. Avoid slang, idioms, and
-    cultural references.
-6.  **Prescriptive:** Guide the reader by recommending specific actions and
-    paths, especially for complex tasks.
-
-## II. Voice and tone
-
- **Professional yet friendly:** Maintain a helpful, knowledgeable, and
-  conversational tone without being frivolous.
- **Direct:** Get straight to the point. Keep paragraphs short and focused.
- **Second person:** Address the reader as "you."
- **Present tense:** Use the present tense to describe functionality (e.g., "The
-  API returns a JSON object.").
- **Avoid:** Jargon, slang, marketing hype, and overly casual language.
-
-## III. Language and grammar
-
- **Active voice:** Prefer active voice over passive voice.
-  - _Example:_ "The system sends a notification." (Not: "A notification is sent
-    by the system.")
- **Contractions:** Use common contractions (e.g., "don't," "it's") to maintain
-  a natural tone.
- **Simple vocabulary:** Use common words. Define technical terms when
-  necessary.
- **Conciseness:** Keep sentences short and focused, but don't omit helpful
-  information.
- **"Please":** Avoid using the word "please."
-
-## IV. Procedures and steps
-
- Start each step with an imperative verb (e.g., "Connect to the database").
- Number steps sequentially.
- Introduce lists of steps with a complete sentence.
- Put conditions before instructions, not after.
- Provide clear context for where the action takes place (e.g., "In the
-  administration console...").
- Indicate optional steps clearly (e.g., "Optional: ...").
-
-## V. Formatting and punctuation
-
- **Text wrap:** Wrap all text at 80 characters, with exceptions for long links
-  or tables.
- **Headings, titles, and bold text:** Use sentence case. Structure headings
-  hierarchically.
- **Lists:** Use numbered lists for sequential steps and bulleted lists for all
-  other lists. Keep list items parallel in structure.
- **Serial comma:** Use the serial comma (e.g., "one, two, and three").
- **Punctuation:** Use standard American punctuation. Place periods inside
-  quotation marks.
- **Dates:** Use unambiguous date formatting (e.g., "January 22, 2026").
-
-## VI. UI, code, and links
-
- **UI elements:** Put UI elements in **bold**. Focus on the task when
-  discussing interaction.
- **Code:** Use `code font` for filenames, code snippets, commands, and API
-  elements. Use code blocks for multi-line samples.
- **Links:** Use descriptive link text that indicates what the link leads to.
-  Avoid "click here."
-
-## VII. Word choice and terminology
-
- **Consistent naming:** Use product and feature names consistently. Always
-  refer to Gemini CLI as `Gemini CLI`, never `the Gemini CLI`.
- **Specific verbs:** Use precise verbs.
- **Avoid:**
-  - Latin abbreviations (e.g., use "for example" instead of "e.g.").
-  - Placeholder names like "foo" and "bar" in examples; use meaningful names
-    instead.
-  - Anthropomorphism (e.g., "The server thinks...").
-  - "Should": Be clear about requirements ("must") vs. recommendations ("we
-    recommend").
-
-## VIII. Files and media
-
- **Filenames:** Use lowercase letters, separate words with hyphens (-), and use
-  standard ASCII characters.
- **Images:** Provide descriptive alt text for all images. Provide
-  high-resolution or vector images when practical.
-
-## IX. Accessibility quick check
-
- Provide descriptive alt text for images.
- Ensure link text makes sense out of context.
- Use semantic HTML elements correctly (headings, lists, tables).
@@ -14,25 +14,34 @@ repository's standards.

 Follow these steps to create a Pull Request:

-1.  **Branch Management**: Check the current branch to avoid working directly
-    on `main`.
+1.  **Branch Management**: **CRITICAL:** Ensure you are NOT working on the
+    `main` branch.
    - Run `git branch --show-current`.
-    - If the current branch is `main`, create and switch to a new descriptive
-      branch:
+    - If the current branch is `main`, you MUST create and switch to a new
+      descriptive branch:
      ```bash
      git checkout -b <new-branch-name>
      ```

-2.  **Locate Template**: Search for a pull request template in the repository.
+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.
    - 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`).

-3.  **Read Template**: Read the content of the identified template file.
+4.  **Read Template**: Read the content of the identified template file.

-4.  **Draft Description**: Create a PR description that strictly follows the
+5.  **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
@@ -44,14 +53,24 @@ Follow these steps to create a Pull Request:
    - **Related Issues**: Link any issues fixed or related to this PR (e.g.,
      "Fixes #123").

-5.  **Preflight Check**: Before creating the PR, run the workspace preflight
+6.  **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.

-6.  **Create PR**: Use the `gh` CLI to create the PR. To avoid shell escaping
+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
    issues with multi-line Markdown, write the description to a temporary file
    first.
    ```bash
@@ -68,6 +87,7 @@ 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.
@@ -20,6 +20,9 @@ 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'
@@ -254,7 +257,7 @@ 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: '${{ inputs.github-token }}'
+        GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-release-token || inputs.github-token }}'
      shell: 'bash'
      run: |
        gh release create "${{ inputs.release-tag }}" \
@@ -1,5 +1,9 @@
-/* eslint-disable @typescript-eslint/no-require-imports */
-/* global process, console, require */
+/**
+ * @license
+ * Copyright 2026 Google LLC
+ * SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0
+ */
+
 const { Octokit } = require('@octokit/rest');

 /**
@@ -177,6 +177,19 @@ 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'

@@ -252,6 +265,19 @@ 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'

@@ -330,11 +356,17 @@ jobs:
          clean-script: 'clean'

  test_windows:
-    name: 'Slow Test - Win'
+    name: 'Slow Test - Win - ${{ matrix.shard }}'
    runs-on: 'gemini-cli-windows-16-core'
    needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
    continue-on-error: true
+    timeout-minutes: 60
+    strategy:
+      matrix:
+        shard:
+          - 'cli'
+          - 'others'

    steps:
      - name: 'Checkout'
@@ -385,7 +417,14 @@ jobs:
          NODE_OPTIONS: '--max-old-space-size=32768 --max-semi-space-size=256'
          UV_THREADPOOL_SIZE: '32'
          NODE_ENV: 'test'
-        run: 'npm run test:ci -- --coverage.enabled=false'
+        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
+          }
        shell: 'pwsh'

      - name: 'Bundle'
@@ -396,6 +435,21 @@ 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()'
@@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ jobs:
    steps:
      - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
        id: 'generate_token'
-        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v1'
+        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v2'
        with:
          app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
          private-key: '${{ secrets.PRIVATE_KEY }}'
@@ -23,12 +23,10 @@ jobs:
    steps:
      - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
        id: 'generate_token'
-        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v1'
+        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v2'
        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'
@@ -43,19 +41,56 @@ jobs:

            // 1. Fetch maintainers for verification
            let maintainerLogins = new Set();
-            try {
-              const members = await github.paginate(github.rest.teams.listMembersInOrg, {
-                org: context.repo.owner,
-                team_slug: 'gemini-cli-maintainers'
-              });
-              maintainerLogins = new Set(members.map(m => m.login));
-            } catch (e) {
-              core.warning('Failed to fetch team members');
+            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 isMaintainer = (login, assoc) => {
-              if (maintainerLogins.size > 0) return maintainerLogins.has(login);
-              return ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(assoc);
+            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
@@ -77,7 +112,7 @@ jobs:
            }

            for (const pr of prs) {
-              const maintainerPr = isMaintainer(pr.user.login, pr.author_association);
+              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
@@ -153,7 +188,17 @@ jobs:
                const labels = pr.labels.map(l => l.name.toLowerCase());
                if (labels.includes('help wanted') || labels.includes('🔒 maintainer only')) continue;

-                let lastActivity = new Date(0);
+                // 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 ${daysOld} days ago. Skipping staleness check.`);
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                // Initialize lastActivity to PR creation date (not epoch) as a safety baseline.
+                // This ensures we never incorrectly mark a PR as stale due to failed activity lookups.
+                let lastActivity = new Date(pr.created_at);
                try {
                  const reviews = await github.paginate(github.rest.pulls.listReviews, {
                    owner: context.repo.owner,
@@ -161,7 +206,7 @@ jobs:
                    pull_number: pr.number
                  });
                  for (const r of reviews) {
-                    if (isMaintainer(r.user.login, r.author_association)) {
+                    if (await isMaintainer(r.user.login, r.author_association)) {
                      const d = new Date(r.submitted_at || r.updated_at);
                      if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
                    }
@@ -172,13 +217,17 @@ jobs:
                    issue_number: pr.number
                  });
                  for (const c of comments) {
-                    if (isMaintainer(c.user.login, c.author_association)) {
+                    if (await isMaintainer(c.user.login, c.author_association)) {
                      const d = new Date(c.updated_at);
                      if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
                    }
                  }
-                } catch (e) {}
+                } catch (e) {
+                  core.warning(`Failed to fetch reviews/comments for PR #${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;
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ jobs:
          APP_ID: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
        if: |-
          ${{ env.APP_ID != '' }}
-        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@a8d616148505b5069dccd32f177bb87d7f39123b' # ratchet:actions/create-github-app-token@v2
+        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v2'
        with:
          app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
          private-key: '${{ secrets.PRIVATE_KEY }}'
@@ -35,9 +35,59 @@ jobs:
            const pr_number = context.payload.pull_request.number;

            // 1. Check if the PR author is a maintainer
+            // Check team membership (most reliable for private org members)
+            let isTeamMember = false;
+            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: org,
+                  team_slug: team_slug
+                });
+                if (members.some(m => m.login.toLowerCase() === username.toLowerCase())) {
+                  isTeamMember = true;
+                  core.info(`${username} is a member of ${team_slug}. No notification needed.`);
+                  break;
+                }
+              } catch (e) {
+                core.warning(`Failed to fetch team members from ${team_slug}: ${e.message}`);
+              }
+            }
+
+            if (isTeamMember) return;
+
+            // Check author_association from webhook payload
            const authorAssociation = context.payload.pull_request.author_association;
-            if (['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(authorAssociation)) {
-              core.info(`${username} is a maintainer (Association: ${authorAssociation}). No notification needed.`);
+            const isRepoMaintainer = ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(authorAssociation);
+
+            if (isRepoMaintainer) {
+              core.info(`${username} is a maintainer (author_association: ${authorAssociation}). No notification needed.`);
+              return;
+            }
+
+            // Check if author is a Googler
+            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}: ${e.message}`);
+              }
+              return false;
+            };
+
+            if (await isGoogler(username)) {
+              core.info(`${username} is a Googler. No notification needed.`);
              return;
            }

@@ -110,6 +110,7 @@ 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: '${{ github.event.inputs.skip_github_release }}'
@@ -124,6 +124,7 @@ jobs:
          wombat-token-cli: '${{ 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: '${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
          working-directory: './release'
@@ -144,7 +145,7 @@ jobs:
          branch-name: 'release/${{ 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.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
          dry-run: '${{ steps.vars.outputs.is_dry_run }}'
          working-directory: './release'

@@ -0,0 +1,84 @@
+# 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"
+          printf "%s\n" "${BODY}" >> "$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
@@ -184,6 +184,7 @@ 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: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
@@ -239,6 +239,7 @@ jobs:
          wombat-token-cli: '${{ 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: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.PREVIOUS_PREVIEW_TAG }}'
          working-directory: './release'
@@ -305,6 +306,7 @@ jobs:
          wombat-token-cli: '${{ 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: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.PREVIOUS_STABLE_TAG }}'
          working-directory: './release'
@@ -390,7 +392,7 @@ jobs:
          branch-name: '${{ 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.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
          dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'

      - name: 'Create Issue on Failure'
@@ -29,7 +29,11 @@ on:
 jobs:
  verify-release:
    environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
-    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
+    strategy:
+      fail-fast: false
+      matrix:
+        os: ['ubuntu-latest', 'macos-latest', 'windows-latest']
+    runs-on: '${{ matrix.os }}'
    permissions:
      contents: 'read'
      packages: 'write'
@@ -21,3 +21,4 @@ junit.xml
 Thumbs.db
 .pytest_cache
 **/SKILL.md
+packages/sdk/test-data/*.json
@@ -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.
@@ -408,12 +408,13 @@ 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
-`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
+`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
 `SEATBELT_PROFILE=<profile>` if you also create a file
 `.gemini/sandbox-macos-<profile>.sb` under your project settings directory
 `.gemini`.
@@ -47,20 +47,33 @@ powerful tool for developers.
    be relative to the workspace root, e.g.,
    `-w @google/gemini-cli-core -- src/routing/modelRouterService.test.ts`)
 - **Full Validation:** `npm run preflight` (Heaviest check; runs clean, install,
-  build, lint, type check, and tests. Recommended before submitting PRs.)
+  build, settings docs verification, lint, type check, and tests. Recommended
+  before submitting PRs.)
 - **Individual Checks:** `npm run lint` / `npm run format` / `npm run typecheck`
+- **CI-Parity Checks for CLI/UI changes:** Run these before pushing:
+  `npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli` and
+  `npm run check:docs:settings`.

 ## 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

@@ -29,10 +29,9 @@ Learn all about Gemini CLI in our [documentation](https://geminicli.com/docs/).

 ## 📦 Installation

-### Pre-requisites before installation
-
- Node.js version 20 or higher
- macOS, Linux, or Windows
+See
+[Gemini CLI installation, execution, and releases](./docs/get-started/installation.md)
+for recommended system specifications and a detailed installation guide.

 ### Quick Install

@@ -0,0 +1,115 @@
+# 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.
@@ -18,6 +18,42 @@ 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
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Latest stable release: v0.26.0
+# Latest stable release: v0.28.0

-Released: January 27, 2026
+Released: February 10, 2026

 For most users, our latest stable release is the recommended release. Install
 the latest stable version with:
@@ -11,328 +11,305 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli

 ## Highlights

- **Enhanced Agent and Skill Capabilities:** This release introduces the new
-  `skill-creator` built-in skill, enables Agent Skills by default, and adds a
-  generalist agent to improve task routing. Security for skill installation has
-  also been enhanced with new consent prompts.
- **Improved UI and UX:** A new "Rewind" feature lets you walk back through
-  conversation history. We've also added an `/introspect` command for debugging
-  and unified various shell confirmation dialogs for a more consistent user
+- **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.
- **Core Stability and Performance:** This release includes significant
-  performance improvements, including a fix for PDF token estimation,
-  optimizations for large inputs, and prevention of OOM crashes. Key memory
-  management components like `LRUCache` have also been updated.
- **Scheduler and Policy Refactoring:** The core tool scheduler has been
-  decoupled into distinct orchestration, policy, and confirmation components,
-  and we've added an experimental event-driven scheduler to improve performance
-  and reliability.
+- **Background Shell Commands:** Enabled the execution of shell commands in the
+  background for increased workflow efficiency.

 ## What's Changed

- fix: PDF token estimation (#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
+- 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
-  [#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
+  [#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
-  [#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) 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
+  [#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
-  [#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)
+  [#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
+  @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
+  @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)

-**Full changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.25.2...v0.26.0
+**Full Changelog**:
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.27.0...v0.28.0
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Preview release: Release v0.27.0-preview.0
+# Preview release: Release v0.29.0-preview.0

-Released: January 27, 2026
+Released: February 10, 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).
@@ -13,425 +13,355 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview

 ## Highlights

- **Event-Driven Architecture:** The tool execution scheduler is now
-  event-driven, improving performance and reliability.
- **System Prompt Override:** Now supports dynamic variable substitution.
- **Rewind Command:** The `/rewind` command has been implemented.
- **Linux Clipboard:** Image pasting capabilities for Wayland and X11 on Linux.
+- **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.

 ## What's Changed

- remove fireAgent and beforeAgent hook by @ishaanxgupta in
-  [#16919](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16919)
- Remove unused modelHooks and toolHooks by @ved015 in
-  [#17115](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17115)
- feat(cli): sanitize ANSI escape sequences in non-interactive output by
-  @sehoon38 in [#17172](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17172)
- Update Attempt text to Retry when showing the retry happening to the … by
-  @sehoon38 in [#17178](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17178)
- chore(skills): update pr-creator skill workflow by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17180](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17180)
- feat(cli): implement event-driven tool execution scheduler by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17078](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17078)
- chore(release): bump version to 0.27.0-nightly.20260121.97aac696f by
-  @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#17181](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17181)
- Remove other rewind reference in docs by @chrstnb in
-  [#17149](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17149)
- feat(skills): add code-reviewer skill by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17187](httpshttps://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17187)
- feat(plan): Extend Shift+Tab Mode Cycling to include Plan Mode by @Adib234 in
-  [#17177](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17177)
- feat(plan): refactor TestRig and eval helper to support configurable approval
-  modes by @jerop in
-  [#17171](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17171)
- feat(workflows): support recursive workstream labeling and new IDs by
-  @bdmorgan in [#17207](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17207)
- Run evals for all models. by @gundermanc in
-  [#17123](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17123)
- fix(github): improve label-workstream-rollup efficiency with GraphQL by
-  @bdmorgan in [#17217](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17217)
- Docs: Update changelogs for v.0.25.0 and v0.26.0-preview.0 releases. by
-  @g-samroberts in
-  [#17215](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17215)
- Migrate beforeTool and afterTool hooks to hookSystem by @ved015 in
-  [#17204](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17204)
- fix(github): improve label-workstream-rollup efficiency and fix bugs by
-  @bdmorgan in [#17219](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17219)
- feat(cli): improve skill enablement/disablement verbiage by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17192](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17192)
- fix(admin): Ensure CLI commands run in non-interactive mode by @skeshive in
-  [#17218](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17218)
- feat(core): support dynamic variable substitution in system prompt override by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17042](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17042)
- fix(core,cli): enable recursive directory access for by @galz10 in
-  [#17094](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17094)
- Docs: Marking for experimental features by @jkcinouye in
-  [#16760](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16760)
- Support command/ctrl/alt backspace correctly by @scidomino in
-  [#17175](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17175)
- feat(plan): add approval mode instructions to system prompt by @jerop in
-  [#17151](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17151)
- feat(core): enable disableLLMCorrection by default by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17223](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17223)
- Remove unused slug from sidebar by @chrstnb in
-  [#17229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17229)
- drain stdin on exit by @scidomino in
-  [#17241](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17241)
- refactor(cli): decouple UI from live tool execution via ToolActionsContext by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17183](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17183)
- fix(core): update token count and telemetry on /chat resume history load by
-  @psinha40898 in
-  [#16279](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16279)
- fix: /policy to display policies according to mode by @ishaanxgupta in
-  [#16772](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16772)
- fix(core): simplify replace tool error message by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17246](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17246)
- feat(cli): consolidate shell inactivity and redirection monitoring by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17086](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17086)
- fix(scheduler): prevent stale tool re-publication and fix stuck UI state by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17227](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17227)
- feat(config): default enableEventDrivenScheduler to true by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17211](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17211)
- feat(hooks): enable hooks system by default by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17247](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17247)
- feat(core): Enable AgentRegistry to track all discovered subagents by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17253](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17253)
- feat(core): Have subagents use a JSON schema type for input. by @joshualitt in
-  [#17152](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17152)
- feat: replace large text pastes with [Pasted Text: X lines] placeholder by
-  @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#16422](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16422)
- security(hooks): Wrap hook-injected context in distinct XML tags by @yunaseoul
-  in [#17237](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17237)
- Enable the ability to queue specific nightly eval tests by @gundermanc in
-  [#17262](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17262)
- docs(hooks): comprehensive update of hook documentation and specs by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#16816](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16816)
- refactor: improve large text paste placeholder by @jacob314 in
-  [#17269](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17269)
- feat: implement /rewind command by @Adib234 in
-  [#15720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15720)
- Feature/jetbrains ide detection by @SoLoHiC in
-  [#16243](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16243)
- docs: update typo in mcp-server.md file by @schifferl in
-  [#17099](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17099)
- Sanitize command names and descriptions by @ehedlund in
-  [#17228](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17228)
- fix(auth): don't crash when initial auth fails by @skeshive in
-  [#17308](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17308)
- Added image pasting capabilities for Wayland and X11 on Linux by @devr0306 in
-  [#17144](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17144)
- feat: add AskUser tool schema by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#16988](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16988)
- fix cli settings: resolve layout jitter in settings bar by @Mag1ck in
-  [#16256](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16256)
- fix: show whitespace changes in edit tool diffs by @Ujjiyara in
-  [#17213](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17213)
- Remove redundant calls setting linuxClipboardTool. getUserLinuxClipboardTool()
-  now handles the caching internally by @jacob314 in
-  [#17320](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17320)
- ci: allow failure in evals-nightly run step by @gundermanc in
-  [#17319](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17319)
- feat(cli): Add state management and plumbing for agent configuration dialog by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17259](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17259)
- bug: fix ide-client connection to ide-companion when inside docker via
-  ssh/devcontainer by @kapsner in
-  [#15049](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15049)
- Emit correct newline type return by @scidomino in
-  [#17331](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17331)
- New skill: docs-writer by @g-samroberts in
-  [#17268](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17268)
- fix(core): Resolve AbortSignal MaxListenersExceededWarning (#5950) by
-  @spencer426 in
-  [#16735](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16735)
- Disable tips after 10 runs by @Adib234 in
-  [#17101](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17101)
- Fix so rewind starts at the bottom and loadHistory refreshes static content.
-  by @jacob314 in
-  [#17335](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17335)
- feat(core): Remove legacy settings. by @joshualitt in
-  [#17244](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17244)
- feat(plan): add 'communicate' tool kind by @jerop in
-  [#17341](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17341)
- feat(routing): A/B Test Numerical Complexity Scoring for Gemini 3 by
-  @mattKorwel in
-  [#16041](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16041)
- feat(plan): update UI Theme for Plan Mode by @Adib234 in
-  [#17243](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17243)
- fix(ui): stabilize rendering during terminal resize in alternate buffer by
-  @lkk214 in [#15783](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15783)
- feat(cli): add /agents config command and improve agent discovery by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17342](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17342)
- feat(mcp): add enable/disable commands for MCP servers (#11057) by @jasmeetsb
-  in [#16299](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16299)
- fix(cli)!: Default to interactive mode for positional arguments by
-  @ishaanxgupta in
-  [#16329](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16329)
- Fix issue #17080 by @jacob314 in
-  [#17100](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17100)
- feat(core): Refresh agents after loading an extension. by @joshualitt in
-  [#17355](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17355)
- fix(cli): include source in policy rule display by @allenhutchison in
-  [#17358](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17358)
- fix: remove obsolete CloudCode PerDay quota and 120s terminal threshold by
-  @gsquared94 in
-  [#17236](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17236)
- Refactor subagent delegation to be one tool per agent by @gundermanc in
-  [#17346](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17346)
- fix(core): Include MCP server name in OAuth message by @jerop in
-  [#17351](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17351)
- Fix pr-triage.sh script to update pull requests with tags "help wanted" and
-  "maintainer only" by @jacob314 in
-  [#17324](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17324)
- feat(plan): implement simple workflow for planning in main agent by @jerop in
-  [#17326](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17326)
- fix: exit with non-zero code when esbuild is missing by @yuvrajangadsingh in
-  [#16967](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16967)
- fix: ensure @docs/cli/custom-commands.md UI message ordering and test by
-  @medic-code in
-  [#12038](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/12038)
- fix(core): add alternative command names for Antigravity editor detec… by
-  @BaeSeokJae in
-  [#16829](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16829)
- Refactor: Migrate CLI appEvents to Core coreEvents by @Adib234 in
-  [#15737](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15737)
- fix(core): await MCP initialization in non-interactive mode by @Ratish1 in
-  [#17390](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17390)
- Fix modifyOtherKeys enablement on unsupported terminals by @seekskyworld in
-  [#16714](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16714)
- fix(core): gracefully handle disk full errors in chat recording by
-  @godwiniheuwa in
-  [#17305](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17305)
- fix(oauth): update oauth to use 127.0.0.1 instead of localhost by @skeshive in
-  [#17388](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17388)
- fix(core): use RFC 9728 compliant path-based OAuth protected resource
-  discovery by @vrv in
-  [#15756](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15756)
- Update Code Wiki README badge by @PatoBeltran in
-  [#15229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15229)
- Add conda installation instructions for Gemini CLI by @ishaanxgupta in
-  [#16921](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16921)
- chore(refactor): extract BaseSettingsDialog component by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17369](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17369)
- fix(cli): preserve input text when declining tool approval (#15624) by
-  @ManojINaik in
-  [#15659](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15659)
- chore: upgrade dep: diff 7.0.0-> 8.0.3 by @scidomino in
-  [#17403](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17403)
- feat: add AskUserDialog for UI component of AskUser tool by @jackwotherspoon
-  in [#17344](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17344)
- feat(ui): display user tier in about command by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17400](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17400)
- feat: add clearContext to AfterAgent hooks by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#16574](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16574)
- fix(cli): change image paste location to global temp directory (#17396) by
-  @devr0306 in [#17396](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17396)
- Fix line endings issue with Notice file by @scidomino in
-  [#17417](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17417)
- feat(plan): implement persistent approvalMode setting by @Adib234 in
-  [#17350](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17350)
- feat(ui): Move keyboard handling into BaseSettingsDialog by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17404](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17404)
- Allow prompt queueing during MCP initialization by @Adib234 in
-  [#17395](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17395)
- feat: implement AgentConfigDialog for /agents config command by @SandyTao520
-  in [#17370](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17370)
- fix(agents): default to all tools when tool list is omitted in subagents by
-  @gundermanc in
-  [#17422](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17422)
- feat(cli): Moves tool confirmations to a queue UX by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17276](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17276)
- fix(core): hide user tier name by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17418](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17418)
- feat: Enforce unified folder trust for /directory add by @galz10 in
-  [#17359](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17359)
- migrate fireToolNotificationHook to hookSystem by @ved015 in
-  [#17398](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17398)
- Clean up dead code by @scidomino in
-  [#17443](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17443)
- feat(workflow): add stale pull request closer with linked-issue enforcement by
-  @bdmorgan in [#17449](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17449)
- feat(workflow): expand stale-exempt labels to include help wanted and Public
-  Roadmap by @bdmorgan in
-  [#17459](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17459)
- chore(workflow): remove redundant label-enforcer workflow by @bdmorgan in
-  [#17460](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17460)
- Resolves the confusing error message `ripgrep exited with code null that
-  occurs when a search operation is cancelled or aborted by @maximmasiutin in
-  [#14267](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14267)
- fix: detect pnpm/pnpx in ~/.local by @rwakulszowa in
-  [#15254](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15254)
- docs: Add instructions for MacPorts and uninstall instructions for Homebrew by
-  @breun in [#17412](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17412)
- docs(hooks): clarify mandatory 'type' field and update hook schema
-  documentation by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17499](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17499)
- Improve error messages on failed onboarding by @gsquared94 in
-  [#17357](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17357)
- Follow up to "enableInteractiveShell for external tooling relying on a2a
-  server" by @DavidAPierce in
-  [#17130](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17130)
- Fix/issue 17070 by @alih552 in
-  [#17242](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17242)
- fix(core): handle URI-encoded workspace paths in IdeClient by @dong-jun-shin
-  in [#17476](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17476)
- feat(cli): add quick clear input shortcuts in vim mode by @harshanadim in
-  [#17470](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17470)
- feat(core): optimize shell tool llmContent output format by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17538](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17538)
- Fix bug in detecting already added paths. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17430](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17430)
- feat(scheduler): support multi-scheduler tool aggregation and nested call IDs
-  by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17429](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17429)
- feat(agents): implement first-run experience for project-level sub-agents by
-  @gundermanc in
-  [#17266](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17266)
- Update extensions docs by @chrstnb in
-  [#16093](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16093)
- Docs: Refactor left nav on the website by @jkcinouye in
-  [#17558](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17558)
- fix(core): stream grep/ripgrep output to prevent OOM by @adamfweidman in
-  [#17146](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17146)
- feat(plan): add persistent plan file storage by @jerop in
-  [#17563](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17563)
- feat(agents): migrate subagents to event-driven scheduler by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17567](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17567)
- Fix extensions config error by @chrstnb in
-  [#17580](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17580)
- fix(plan): remove subagent invocation from plan mode by @jerop in
-  [#17593](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17593)
- feat(ui): add solid background color option for input prompt by @jacob314 in
-  [#16563](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16563)
- feat(plan): refresh system prompt when approval mode changes (Shift+Tab) by
-  @jerop in [#17585](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17585)
- feat(cli): add global setting to disable UI spinners by @galz10 in
-  [#17234](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17234)
- fix(security): enforce strict policy directory permissions by @yunaseoul in
-  [#17353](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17353)
- test(core): fix tests in windows by @scidomino in
-  [#17592](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17592)
- feat(mcp/extensions): Allow users to selectively enable/disable MCP servers
-  included in an extension( Issue #11057 & #17402) by @jasmeetsb in
-  [#17434](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17434)
- Always map mac keys, even on other platforms by @scidomino in
-  [#17618](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17618)
- Ctrl-O by @jacob314 in
-  [#17617](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17617)
- feat(plan): update cycling order of approval modes by @Adib234 in
-  [#17622](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17622)
- fix(cli): restore 'Modify with editor' option in external terminals by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17621](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17621)
- Slash command for helping in debugging by @gundermanc in
-  [#17609](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17609)
- feat: add double-click to expand/collapse large paste placeholders by
-  @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#17471](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17471)
- refactor(cli): migrate non-interactive flow to event-driven scheduler by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17572](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17572)
- fix: loadcodeassist eligible tiers getting ignored for unlicensed users
-  (regression) by @gsquared94 in
-  [#17581](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17581)
- chore(core): delete legacy nonInteractiveToolExecutor by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17573](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17573)
- feat(core): enforce server prefixes for MCP tools in agent definitions by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17574](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17574)
- feat (mcp): Refresh MCP prompts on list changed notification by @MrLesk in
-  [#14863](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14863)
- feat(ui): pretty JSON rendering tool outputs by @medic-code in
-  [#9767](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/9767)
- Fix iterm alternate buffer mode issue rendering backgrounds by @jacob314 in
-  [#17634](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17634)
- feat(cli): add gemini extensions list --output-format=json by @AkihiroSuda in
-  [#14479](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14479)
- fix(extensions): add .gitignore to extension templates by @godwiniheuwa in
-  [#17293](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17293)
- paste transform followup by @jacob314 in
-  [#17624](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17624)
- refactor: rename formatMemoryUsage to formatBytes by @Nubebuster in
-  [#14997](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14997)
- chore: remove extra top margin from /hooks and /extensions by @jackwotherspoon
-  in [#17663](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17663)
- feat(cli): add oncall command for issue triage by @sehoon38 in
-  [#17661](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17661)
- Fix sidebar issue for extensions link by @chrstnb in
-  [#17668](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17668)
- Change formatting to prevent UI redressing attacks by @scidomino in
-  [#17611](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17611)
- Fix cluster of bugs in the settings dialog. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17628](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17628)
- Update sidebar to resolve site build issues by @chrstnb in
-  [#17674](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17674)
- fix(admin): fix a few bugs related to admin controls by @skeshive in
-  [#17590](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17590)
- revert bad changes to tests by @scidomino in
-  [#17673](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17673)
- feat(cli): show candidate issue state reason and duplicate status in triage by
-  @sehoon38 in [#17676](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17676)
- Fix missing slash commands when Gemini CLI is in a project with a package.json
-  that doesn't follow semantic versioning by @Adib234 in
-  [#17561](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17561)
- feat(core): Model family-specific system prompts by @joshualitt in
-  [#17614](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17614)
- Sub-agents documentation. by @gundermanc in
-  [#16639](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16639)
- feat: wire up AskUserTool with dialog by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#17411](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17411)
- Load extension settings for hooks, agents, skills by @chrstnb in
-  [#17245](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17245)
- Fix issue where Gemini CLI can make changes when simply asked a question by
-  @gundermanc in
-  [#17608](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17608)
- Update docs-writer skill for editing and add style guide for reference. by
-  @g-samroberts in
-  [#17669](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17669)
- fix(ux): have user message display a short path for pasted images by @devr0306
-  in [#17613](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17613)
- feat(plan): enable AskUser tool in Plan mode for clarifying questions by
-  @jerop in [#17694](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17694)
- GEMINI.md polish by @jacob314 in
-  [#17680](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17680)
- refactor(core): centralize path validation and allow temp dir access for tools
-  by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17185](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17185)
- feat(skills): promote Agent Skills to stable by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17693](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17693)
- refactor(cli): keyboard handling and AskUserDialog by @jacob314 in
-  [#17414](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17414)
- docs: Add Experimental Remote Agent Docs by @adamfweidman in
-  [#17697](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17697)
- revert: promote Agent Skills to stable (#17693) by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17712](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17712)
- feat(ux) Expandable (ctrl-O) and scrollable approvals in alternate buffer
-  mode. by @jacob314 in
-  [#17640](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17640)
- feat(skills): promote skills settings to stable by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17713](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17713)
- fix(cli): Preserve settings dialog focus when searching by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#17701](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17701)
- feat(ui): add terminal cursor support by @jacob314 in
-  [#17711](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17711)
- docs(skills): remove experimental labels and update tutorials by @abhipatel12
-  in [#17714](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17714)
- docs: remove 'experimental' syntax for hooks in docs by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17660](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17660)
- Add support for an additional exclusion file besides .gitignore and
-  .geminiignore by @alisa-alisa in
-  [#16487](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16487)
- feat: add review-frontend-and-fix command by @galz10 in
-  [#17707](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17707)
+- 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)

 **Full changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.26.0-preview.5...v0.27.0-preview.0
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.28.0-preview.0...v0.29.0-preview.0
@@ -1,3 +0,0 @@
-# Authentication setup
-
-See: [Getting Started - Authentication Setup](../get-started/authentication.md).
@@ -2,9 +2,8 @@

 The Gemini CLI includes a Checkpointing feature that automatically saves a
 snapshot of your project's state before any file modifications are made by
-AI-powered tools. This allows you to safely experiment with and apply code
-changes, knowing you can instantly revert back to the state before the tool was
-run.
+AI-powered tools. This lets you safely experiment with and apply code changes,
+knowing you can instantly revert back to the state before the tool was run.

 ## How it works

@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-# CLI cheatsheet
+# Gemini CLI cheatsheet

 This page provides a reference for commonly used Gemini CLI commands, options,
 and parameters.
@@ -9,8 +9,7 @@ and parameters.
 | ---------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
 | `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"`               |
+| `cat file \| gemini`               | Process piped content              | `cat logs.txt \| gemini`                            |
 | `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"`        |
@@ -27,34 +26,34 @@ and parameters.

 ## 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   | -         | 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`                                       |
+| 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.
+The `--model` (or `-m`) flag lets you specify which Gemini model to use. You can
+use either model aliases (user-friendly names) or concrete model names.

 ### Model aliases

@@ -99,3 +98,18 @@ See [Extensions Documentation](../extensions/index.md) for more details.
 | `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.
@@ -10,324 +10,364 @@ 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.
+### `/about`

- **`/auth`**
-  - **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the authentication
-    method.
+- **Description:** Show version info. Share this information when filing issues.

- **`/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
-    after `/bug` will become the headline for the bug being filed. The default
-    `/bug` behavior can be modified using the `advanced.bugCommand` setting in
-    your `.gemini/settings.json` files.
+### `/auth`

- **`/chat`**
-  - **Description:** Save and resume conversation history for branching
-    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>`**
-      - **Description:** Saves the current conversation history. You must add a
-        `<tag>` for identifying the conversation state.
-      - **Details on checkpoint location:** The default locations for saved chat
-        checkpoints are:
-        - Linux/macOS: `~/.gemini/tmp/<project_hash>/`
-        - Windows: `C:\Users\<YourUsername>\.gemini\tmp\<project_hash>\`
-        - **Behavior:** Chats are saved into a project-specific directory,
-          determined by where you run the CLI. Consequently, saved chats are
-          only accessible when working within that same project.
-        - **Note:** These checkpoints are for manually saving and resuming
-          conversation states. For automatic checkpoints created before file
-          modifications, see the
-          [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md).
-    - **`share [filename]`**
-      - **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`.
+- **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the authentication method.

- **`/clear`**
-  - **Description:** Clear the terminal screen, including the visible session
-    history and scrollback within the CLI. The underlying session data (for
-    history recall) might be preserved depending on the exact implementation,
-    but the visual display is cleared.
-  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Ctrl+L** at any time to perform a clear
-    action.
+### `/bug`

- **`/compress`**
-  - **Description:** Replace the entire chat context with a summary. This saves
-    on tokens used for future tasks while retaining a high level summary of what
-    has happened.
+- **Description:** File an issue about Gemini CLI. By default, the issue is
+  filed within the GitHub repository for Gemini CLI. The string you enter after
+  `/bug` will become the headline for the bug being filed. The default `/bug`
+  behavior can be modified using the `advanced.bugCommand` setting in your
+  `.gemini/settings.json` files.

- **`/copy`**
-  - **Description:** Copies the last output produced by Gemini CLI to your
-    clipboard, for easy sharing or reuse.
-  - **Behavior:**
-    - Local sessions use system clipboard tools (pbcopy/xclip/clip).
-    - Remote sessions (SSH/WSL) use OSC 52 and require terminal support.
-  - **Note:** This command requires platform-specific clipboard tools to be
-    installed.
-    - On Linux, it requires `xclip` or `xsel`. You can typically install them
-      using your system's package manager.
-    - On macOS, it requires `pbcopy`, and on Windows, it requires `clip`. These
-      tools are typically pre-installed on their respective systems.
+### `/chat`

- **`/directory`** (or **`/dir`**)
-  - **Description:** Manage workspace directories for multi-directory support.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`add`**:
-      - **Description:** Add a directory to the workspace. The path can be
-        absolute or relative to the current working directory. Moreover, the
-        reference from home directory is supported as well.
-      - **Usage:** `/directory add <path1>,<path2>`
-      - **Note:** Disabled in restrictive sandbox profiles. If you're using
-        that, use `--include-directories` when starting the session instead.
-    - **`show`**:
-      - **Description:** Display all directories added by `/directory add` and
-        `--include-directories`.
-      - **Usage:** `/directory show`
+- **Description:** Save and resume conversation history for branching
+  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>`**
+    - **Description:** Saves the current conversation history. You must add a
+      `<tag>` for identifying the conversation state.
+    - **Details on checkpoint location:** The default locations for saved chat
+      checkpoints are:
+      - Linux/macOS: `~/.gemini/tmp/<project_hash>/`
+      - Windows: `C:\Users\<YourUsername>\.gemini\tmp\<project_hash>\`
+      - **Behavior:** Chats are saved into a project-specific directory,
+        determined by where you run the CLI. Consequently, saved chats are only
+        accessible when working within that same project.
+      - **Note:** These checkpoints are for manually saving and resuming
+        conversation states. For automatic checkpoints created before file
+        modifications, see the
+        [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md).
+  - **`share [filename]`**
+    - **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`.

- **`/docs`**
-  - **Description:** Open the Gemini CLI documentation in your browser.
+### `/clear`

- **`/editor`**
-  - **Description:** Open a dialog for selecting supported editors.
+- **Description:** Clear the terminal screen, including the visible session
+  history and scrollback within the CLI. The underlying session data (for
+  history recall) might be preserved depending on the exact implementation, but
+  the visual display is cleared.
+- **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Ctrl+L** at any time to perform a clear action.

- **`/extensions`**
-  - **Description:** Lists all active extensions in the current Gemini CLI
-    session. See [Gemini CLI Extensions](../extensions/index.md).
+### `/commands`

- **`/help`** (or **`/?`**)
-  - **Description:** Display help information about Gemini CLI, including
-    available commands and their usage.
+- **Description:** Manage custom slash commands loaded from `.toml` files.
+- **Sub-commands:**
+  - **`reload`**:
+    - **Description:** Reload custom command definitions from all sources
+      (user-level `~/.gemini/commands/`, project-level
+      `<project>/.gemini/commands/`, MCP prompts, and extensions). Use this to
+      pick up new or modified `.toml` files without restarting the CLI.
+    - **Usage:** `/commands reload`

- **`/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.
+### `/compress`

- **`/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.
+- **Description:** Replace the entire chat context with a summary. This saves on
+  tokens used for future tasks while retaining a high level summary of what has
+  happened.

- **`/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.
+### `/copy`

- **`/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.
+- **Description:** Copies the last output produced by Gemini CLI to your
+  clipboard, for easy sharing or reuse.
+- **Behavior:**
+  - Local sessions use system clipboard tools (pbcopy/xclip/clip).
+  - Remote sessions (SSH/WSL) use OSC 52 and require terminal support.
+- **Note:** This command requires platform-specific clipboard tools to be
+  installed.
+  - On Linux, it requires `xclip` or `xsel`. You can typically install them
+    using your system's package manager.
+  - On macOS, it requires `pbcopy`, and on Windows, it requires `clip`. These
+    tools are typically pre-installed on their respective systems.

- **`/mcp`**
-  - **Description:** Manage configured Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`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.
+### `/directory` (or `/dir`)

- **`/memory`**
-  - **Description:** Manage the AI's instructional context (hierarchical memory
-    loaded from `GEMINI.md` files).
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`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.
-    - **Note:** For more details on how `GEMINI.md` files contribute to
-      hierarchical memory, see the
-      [CLI Configuration documentation](../get-started/configuration.md).
+- **Description:** Manage workspace directories for multi-directory support.
+- **Sub-commands:**
+  - **`add`**:
+    - **Description:** Add a directory to the workspace. The path can be
+      absolute or relative to the current working directory. Moreover, the
+      reference from home directory is supported as well.
+    - **Usage:** `/directory add <path1>,<path2>`
+    - **Note:** Disabled in restrictive sandbox profiles. If you're using that,
+      use `--include-directories` when starting the session instead.
+  - **`show`**:
+    - **Description:** Display all directories added by `/directory add` and
+      `--include-directories`.
+    - **Usage:** `/directory show`

- [**`/model`**](./model.md)
-  - **Description:** Opens a dialog to choose your Gemini model.
+### `/docs`

- **`/policies`**
-  - **Description:** Manage policies.
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`list`**:
-      - **Description:** List all active policies grouped by mode.
+- **Description:** Open the Gemini CLI documentation in your browser.

- **`/privacy`**
-  - **Description:** Display the Privacy Notice and allow users to select
-    whether they consent to the collection of their data for service improvement
-    purposes.
+### `/editor`

- **`/quit`** (or **`/exit`**)
-  - **Description:** Exit Gemini CLI.
+- **Description:** Open a dialog for selecting supported editors.

- **`/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
-    edits made by a tool. If run without a tool call ID, it will list available
-    checkpoints to restore from.
-  - **Usage:** `/restore [tool_call_id]`
-  - **Note:** Only available if checkpointing is configured via
-    [settings](../get-started/configuration.md). See
-    [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md) for more details.
+### `/extensions`

- **`/rewind`**
-  - **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.
+- **Description:** Lists all active extensions in the current Gemini CLI
+  session. See [Gemini CLI Extensions](../extensions/index.md).

- **`/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
-    - **Sorting:** Sort sessions by date or message count
-  - **Note:** All conversations are automatically saved as you chat - no manual
-    saving required. See [Session Management](../cli/session-management.md) for
-    complete details.
+### `/help` (or `/?`)

- [**`/settings`**](./settings.md)
-  - **Description:** Open the settings editor to view and modify Gemini CLI
-    settings.
-  - **Details:** This command provides a user-friendly interface for changing
-    settings that control the behavior and appearance of Gemini CLI. It is
-    equivalent to manually editing the `.gemini/settings.json` file, but with
-    validation and guidance to prevent errors. See the
-    [settings documentation](./settings.md) for a full list of available
-    settings.
-  - **Usage:** Simply run `/settings` and the editor will open. You can then
-    browse or search for specific settings, view their current values, and
-    modify them as desired. Changes to some settings are applied immediately,
-    while others require a restart.
+- **Description:** Display help information about Gemini CLI, including
+  available commands and their usage.

- **`/setup-github`**
-  - **Description:** Set up GitHub Actions to triage issues and review PRs with
-    Gemini.
+### `/hooks`

- [**`/skills`**](./skills.md)
-  - **Description:** 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).
-    - **`reload`**:
-      - **Description:** Refresh the list of discovered skills from all tiers
-        (workspace, user, and extensions).
+- **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.

- **`/stats`**
-  - **Description:** Display detailed statistics for the current Gemini CLI
-    session, including token usage, cached token savings (when available), and
-    session duration. Note: Cached token information is only displayed when
-    cached tokens are being used, which occurs with API key authentication but
-    not with OAuth authentication at this time.
+### `/ide`

- **`/terminal-setup`**
-  - **Description:** Configure terminal keybindings for multiline input (VS
-    Code, Cursor, Windsurf).
+- **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.

- [**`/theme`**](./themes.md)
-  - **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the visual theme of
-    Gemini CLI.
+### `/init`

- [**`/tools`**](../tools/index.md)
-  - **Description:** Display a list of tools that are currently available within
-    Gemini CLI.
-  - **Usage:** `/tools [desc]`
-  - **Sub-commands:**
-    - **`desc`** or **`descriptions`**:
-      - **Description:** Show detailed descriptions of each tool, including each
-        tool's name with its full description as provided to the model.
-    - **`nodesc`** or **`nodescriptions`**:
-      - **Description:** Hide tool descriptions, showing only the tool names.
+- **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.

- **`/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)
-    - **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
+### `/mcp`
+
+- **Description:** Manage configured Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers.
+- **Sub-commands:**
+  - **`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.
+
+### `/memory`
+
+- **Description:** Manage the AI's instructional context (hierarchical memory
+  loaded from `GEMINI.md` files).
+- **Sub-commands:**
+  - **`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.
+  - **Note:** For more details on how `GEMINI.md` files contribute to
+    hierarchical memory, see the
+    [CLI Configuration documentation](../get-started/configuration.md).
+
+### `/model`
+
+- **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 edits
+  made by a tool. If run without a tool call ID, it will list available
+  checkpoints to restore from.
+- **Usage:** `/restore [tool_call_id]`
+- **Note:** Only available if checkpointing is configured via
+  [settings](../get-started/configuration.md). See
+  [Checkpointing documentation](../cli/checkpointing.md) for more details.
+
+### `/rewind`
+
+- **Description:** Navigates backward through the conversation history, letting
+  you review past interactions and potentially revert both chat state and file
+  changes.
+- **Usage:** Press **Esc** twice as a shortcut.
+- **Features:**
+  - **Select Interaction:** Preview user prompts and file changes.
+  - **Action Selection:** Choose to rewind history only, revert code changes
+    only, or both.
+
+### `/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
+  - **Sorting:** Sort sessions by date or message count
+- **Note:** All conversations are automatically saved as you chat - no manual
+  saving required. See [Session Management](../cli/session-management.md) for
+  complete details.
+
+### `/settings`
+
+- **Description:** Open the settings editor to view and modify Gemini CLI
+  settings.
+- **Details:** This command provides a user-friendly interface for changing
+  settings that control the behavior and appearance of Gemini CLI. It is
+  equivalent to manually editing the `.gemini/settings.json` file, but with
+  validation and guidance to prevent errors. See the
+  [settings documentation](./settings.md) for a full list of available settings.
+- **Usage:** Simply run `/settings` and the editor will open. You can then
+  browse or search for specific settings, view their current values, and 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`
+
+- **Description:** 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).
+  - **`reload`**:
+    - **Description:** Refresh the list of discovered skills from all tiers
+      (workspace, user, and extensions).
+
+### `/stats`
+
+- **Description:** Display detailed statistics for the current Gemini CLI
+  session, including token usage, cached token savings (when available), and
+  session duration. Note: Cached token information is only displayed when 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`
+
+- **Description:** Open a dialog that lets you change the visual theme of Gemini
+  CLI.
+
+### `/tools`
+
+- **Description:** Display a list of tools that are currently available within
+  Gemini CLI.
+- **Usage:** `/tools [desc]`
+- **Sub-commands:**
+  - **`desc`** or **`descriptions`**:
+    - **Description:** Show detailed descriptions of each tool, including each
+      tool's name with its full description as provided to the model.
+  - **`nodesc`** or **`nodescriptions`**:
+    - **Description:** Hide tool descriptions, showing only the tool names.
+
+### `/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)
+  - **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

 ### Custom commands

@@ -340,11 +380,11 @@ 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 **Cmd+z** or **Alt+z** to undo the last action
+  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Alt+z** or **Cmd+z** to undo the last action
    in the input prompt.

 - **Redo:**
-  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Shift+Cmd+Z** or **Shift+Alt+Z** to redo the
+  - **Keyboard shortcut:** Press **Shift+Alt+Z** or **Shift+Cmd+Z** to redo the
    last undone action in the input prompt.

 ## At commands (`@`)
@@ -30,6 +30,9 @@ separator (`/` or `\`) being converted to a colon (`:`).
 - A file at `<project>/.gemini/commands/git/commit.toml` becomes the namespaced
  command `/git:commit`.

+> [!TIP] After creating or modifying `.toml` command files, run
+> `/commands reload` to pick up your changes without restarting the CLI.
+
 ## TOML file format (v1)

 Your command definition files must be written in the TOML format and use the
@@ -203,12 +203,29 @@ 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` and `tools.exclude`
-settings. For a list of available tools, see the
-[Tools documentation](../tools/index.md).
+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).

 ### Allowlisting with `coreTools`

@@ -226,7 +243,10 @@ on the approved list.
 }
 ```

-### Blocklisting with `excludeTools`
+### Blocklisting with `excludeTools` (Deprecated)
+
+> **Deprecated:** Use the [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) for more
+> robust control.

 Alternatively, you can add specific tools that are considered dangerous in your
 environment to a blocklist.
@@ -19,18 +19,18 @@ order:
    - **Location:** `~/.gemini/GEMINI.md` (in your user home directory).
    - **Scope:** Provides default instructions for all your projects.

-2.  **Project root and ancestor context files:**
-    - **Location:** The CLI searches for a `GEMINI.md` file in your current
-      working directory and then in each parent directory up to the project root
-      (identified by a `.git` folder).
-    - **Scope:** Provides context relevant to the entire project.
+2.  **Environment and workspace context files:**
+    - **Location:** The CLI searches for `GEMINI.md` files in your configured
+      workspace directories and their parent directories.
+    - **Scope:** Provides context relevant to the projects you are currently
+      working on.

-3.  **Sub-directory context files:**
-    - **Location:** The CLI also scans for `GEMINI.md` files in subdirectories
-      below your current working directory. It respects rules in `.gitignore`
-      and `.geminiignore`.
-    - **Scope:** Lets you write highly specific instructions for a particular
-      component or module.
+3.  **Just-in-time (JIT) context files:**
+    - **Location:** When a tool accesses a file or directory, the CLI
+      automatically scans for `GEMINI.md` files in that directory and its
+      ancestors up to a trusted root.
+    - **Scope:** Lets the model discover highly specific instructions for
+      particular components only when they are needed.

 The CLI footer displays the number of loaded context files, which gives you a
 quick visual cue of the active instructional context.
@@ -106,3 +106,11 @@ While `GEMINI.md` is the default filename, you can configure this in your
  }
 }
 ```
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn about [Ignoring files](./gemini-ignore.md) to exclude content from the
+  context system.
+- Explore the [Memory tool](../tools/memory.md) to save persistent memories.
+- See how to use [Custom commands](./custom-commands.md) to automate common
+  prompts.
@@ -1,388 +1,50 @@
-# Headless mode
+# Headless mode reference

-Headless mode allows you to run Gemini CLI programmatically from command line
-scripts and automation tools without any interactive UI. This is ideal for
-scripting, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and building AI-powered tools.
+Headless mode provides a programmatic interface to Gemini CLI, returning
+structured text or JSON output without an interactive terminal UI.

- [Headless Mode](#headless-mode)
-  - [Overview](#overview)
-  - [Basic Usage](#basic-usage)
-    - [Direct Prompts](#direct-prompts)
-    - [Stdin Input](#stdin-input)
-    - [Combining with File Input](#combining-with-file-input)
-  - [Output Formats](#output-formats)
-    - [Text Output (Default)](#text-output-default)
-    - [JSON Output](#json-output)
-      - [Response Schema](#response-schema)
-      - [Example Usage](#example-usage)
-    - [Streaming JSON Output](#streaming-json-output)
-      - [When to Use Streaming JSON](#when-to-use-streaming-json)
-      - [Event Types](#event-types)
-      - [Basic Usage](#basic-usage)
-      - [Example Output](#example-output)
-      - [Processing Stream Events](#processing-stream-events)
-      - [Real-World Examples](#real-world-examples)
-    - [File Redirection](#file-redirection)
-  - [Configuration Options](#configuration-options)
-  - [Examples](#examples)
-    - [Code review](#code-review)
-    - [Generate commit messages](#generate-commit-messages)
-    - [API documentation](#api-documentation)
-    - [Batch code analysis](#batch-code-analysis)
-    - [Code review](#code-review-1)
-    - [Log analysis](#log-analysis)
-    - [Release notes generation](#release-notes-generation)
-    - [Model and tool usage tracking](#model-and-tool-usage-tracking)
-  - [Resources](#resources)
+## Technical reference

-## Overview
+Headless mode is triggered when the CLI is run in a non-TTY environment or when
+providing a query as a positional argument without the interactive flag.

-The headless mode provides a headless interface to Gemini CLI that:
+### Output formats

- Accepts prompts via command line arguments or stdin
- Returns structured output (text or JSON)
- Supports file redirection and piping
- Enables automation and scripting workflows
- Provides consistent exit codes for error handling
+You can specify the output format using the `--output-format` flag.

-## Basic usage
+#### JSON output

-### Direct prompts
+Returns a single JSON object containing the response and usage statistics.

-Use the `--prompt` (or `-p`) flag to run in headless mode:
+- **Schema:**
+  - `response`: (string) The model's final answer.
+  - `stats`: (object) Token usage and API latency metrics.
+  - `error`: (object, optional) Error details if the request failed.

-```bash
-gemini --prompt "What is machine learning?"
-```
+#### Streaming JSON output

-### Stdin input
+Returns a stream of newline-delimited JSON (JSONL) events.

-Pipe input to Gemini CLI from your terminal:
+- **Event types:**
+  - `init`: Session metadata (session ID, model).
+  - `message`: User and assistant message chunks.
+  - `tool_use`: Tool call requests with arguments.
+  - `tool_result`: Output from executed tools.
+  - `error`: Non-fatal warnings and system errors.
+  - `result`: Final outcome with aggregated statistics.

-```bash
-echo "Explain this code" | gemini
-```
+## Exit codes

-### Combining with file input
+The CLI returns standard exit codes to indicate the result of the headless
+execution:

-Read from files and process with Gemini:
+- `0`: Success.
+- `1`: General error or API failure.
+- `42`: Input error (invalid prompt or arguments).
+- `53`: Turn limit exceeded.

-```bash
-cat README.md | gemini --prompt "Summarize this documentation"
-```
+## Next steps

-## Output formats
-
-### Text output (default)
-
-Standard human-readable output:
-
-```bash
-gemini -p "What is the capital of France?"
-```
-
-Response format:
-
-```
-The capital of France is Paris.
-```
-
-### JSON output
-
-Returns structured data including response, statistics, and metadata. This
-format is ideal for programmatic processing and automation scripts.
-
-#### Response schema
-
-The JSON output follows this high-level structure:
-
-```json
-{
-  "response": "string", // The main AI-generated content answering your prompt
-  "stats": {
-    // Usage metrics and performance data
-    "models": {
-      // Per-model API and token usage statistics
-      "[model-name]": {
-        "api": {
-          /* request counts, errors, latency */
-        },
-        "tokens": {
-          /* prompt, response, cached, total counts */
-        }
-      }
-    },
-    "tools": {
-      // Tool execution statistics
-      "totalCalls": "number",
-      "totalSuccess": "number",
-      "totalFail": "number",
-      "totalDurationMs": "number",
-      "totalDecisions": {
-        /* accept, reject, modify, auto_accept counts */
-      },
-      "byName": {
-        /* per-tool detailed stats */
-      }
-    },
-    "files": {
-      // File modification statistics
-      "totalLinesAdded": "number",
-      "totalLinesRemoved": "number"
-    }
-  },
-  "error": {
-    // Present only when an error occurred
-    "type": "string", // Error type (e.g., "ApiError", "AuthError")
-    "message": "string", // Human-readable error description
-    "code": "number" // Optional error code
-  }
-}
-```
-
-#### Example usage
-
-```bash
-gemini -p "What is the capital of France?" --output-format json
-```
-
-Response:
-
-```json
-{
-  "response": "The capital of France is Paris.",
-  "stats": {
-    "models": {
-      "gemini-2.5-pro": {
-        "api": {
-          "totalRequests": 2,
-          "totalErrors": 0,
-          "totalLatencyMs": 5053
-        },
-        "tokens": {
-          "prompt": 24939,
-          "candidates": 20,
-          "total": 25113,
-          "cached": 21263,
-          "thoughts": 154,
-          "tool": 0
-        }
-      },
-      "gemini-2.5-flash": {
-        "api": {
-          "totalRequests": 1,
-          "totalErrors": 0,
-          "totalLatencyMs": 1879
-        },
-        "tokens": {
-          "prompt": 8965,
-          "candidates": 10,
-          "total": 9033,
-          "cached": 0,
-          "thoughts": 30,
-          "tool": 28
-        }
-      }
-    },
-    "tools": {
-      "totalCalls": 1,
-      "totalSuccess": 1,
-      "totalFail": 0,
-      "totalDurationMs": 1881,
-      "totalDecisions": {
-        "accept": 0,
-        "reject": 0,
-        "modify": 0,
-        "auto_accept": 1
-      },
-      "byName": {
-        "google_web_search": {
-          "count": 1,
-          "success": 1,
-          "fail": 0,
-          "durationMs": 1881,
-          "decisions": {
-            "accept": 0,
-            "reject": 0,
-            "modify": 0,
-            "auto_accept": 1
-          }
-        }
-      }
-    },
-    "files": {
-      "totalLinesAdded": 0,
-      "totalLinesRemoved": 0
-    }
-  }
-}
-```
-
-### Streaming JSON output
-
-Returns real-time events as newline-delimited JSON (JSONL). Each significant
-action (initialization, messages, tool calls, results) emits immediately as it
-occurs. This format is ideal for monitoring long-running operations, building
-UIs with live progress, and creating automation pipelines that react to events.
-
-#### When to use streaming JSON
-
-Use `--output-format stream-json` when you need:
-
- **Real-time progress monitoring** - See tool calls and responses as they
-  happen
- **Event-driven automation** - React to specific events (e.g., tool failures)
- **Live UI updates** - Build interfaces showing AI agent activity in real-time
- **Detailed execution logs** - Capture complete interaction history with
-  timestamps
- **Pipeline integration** - Stream events to logging/monitoring systems
-
-#### Event types
-
-The streaming format emits 6 event types:
-
-1. **`init`** - Session starts (includes session_id, model)
-2. **`message`** - User prompts and assistant responses
-3. **`tool_use`** - Tool call requests with parameters
-4. **`tool_result`** - Tool execution results (success/error)
-5. **`error`** - Non-fatal errors and warnings
-6. **`result`** - Final session outcome with aggregated stats
-
-#### Basic usage
-
-```bash
-# Stream events to console
-gemini --output-format stream-json --prompt "What is 2+2?"
-
-# Save event stream to file
-gemini --output-format stream-json --prompt "Analyze this code" > events.jsonl
-
-# Parse with jq
-gemini --output-format stream-json --prompt "List files" | jq -r '.type'
-```
-
-#### Example output
-
-Each line is a complete JSON event:
-
-```jsonl
-{"type":"init","timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:00.000Z","session_id":"abc123","model":"gemini-2.0-flash-exp"}
-{"type":"message","role":"user","content":"List files in current directory","timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:01.000Z"}
-{"type":"tool_use","tool_name":"Bash","tool_id":"bash-123","parameters":{"command":"ls -la"},"timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:02.000Z"}
-{"type":"tool_result","tool_id":"bash-123","status":"success","output":"file1.txt\nfile2.txt","timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:03.000Z"}
-{"type":"message","role":"assistant","content":"Here are the files...","delta":true,"timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:04.000Z"}
-{"type":"result","status":"success","stats":{"total_tokens":250,"input_tokens":50,"output_tokens":200,"duration_ms":3000,"tool_calls":1},"timestamp":"2025-10-10T12:00:05.000Z"}
-```
-
-### File redirection
-
-Save output to files or pipe to other commands:
-
-```bash
-# Save to file
-gemini -p "Explain Docker" > docker-explanation.txt
-gemini -p "Explain Docker" --output-format json > docker-explanation.json
-
-# Append to file
-gemini -p "Add more details" >> docker-explanation.txt
-
-# Pipe to other tools
-gemini -p "What is Kubernetes?" --output-format json | jq '.response'
-gemini -p "Explain microservices" | wc -w
-gemini -p "List programming languages" | grep -i "python"
-```
-
-## Configuration options
-
-Key command-line options for headless usage:
-
-| Option                  | Description                        | Example                                            |
-| ----------------------- | ---------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
-| `--prompt`, `-p`        | Run in headless mode               | `gemini -p "query"`                                |
-| `--output-format`       | Specify output format (text, json) | `gemini -p "query" --output-format json`           |
-| `--model`, `-m`         | Specify the Gemini model           | `gemini -p "query" -m gemini-2.5-flash`            |
-| `--debug`, `-d`         | Enable debug mode                  | `gemini -p "query" --debug`                        |
-| `--include-directories` | Include additional directories     | `gemini -p "query" --include-directories src,docs` |
-| `--yolo`, `-y`          | Auto-approve all actions           | `gemini -p "query" --yolo`                         |
-| `--approval-mode`       | Set approval mode                  | `gemini -p "query" --approval-mode auto_edit`      |
-
-For complete details on all available configuration options, settings files, and
-environment variables, see the
-[Configuration Guide](../get-started/configuration.md).
-
-## Examples
-
-#### Code review
-
-```bash
-cat src/auth.py | gemini -p "Review this authentication code for security issues" > security-review.txt
-```
-
-#### Generate commit messages
-
-```bash
-result=$(git diff --cached | gemini -p "Write a concise commit message for these changes" --output-format json)
-echo "$result" | jq -r '.response'
-```
-
-#### API documentation
-
-```bash
-result=$(cat api/routes.js | gemini -p "Generate OpenAPI spec for these routes" --output-format json)
-echo "$result" | jq -r '.response' > openapi.json
-```
-
-#### Batch code analysis
-
-```bash
-for file in src/*.py; do
-    echo "Analyzing $file..."
-    result=$(cat "$file" | gemini -p "Find potential bugs and suggest improvements" --output-format json)
-    echo "$result" | jq -r '.response' > "reports/$(basename "$file").analysis"
-    echo "Completed analysis for $(basename "$file")" >> reports/progress.log
-done
-```
-
-#### Code review
-
-```bash
-result=$(git diff origin/main...HEAD | gemini -p "Review these changes for bugs, security issues, and code quality" --output-format json)
-echo "$result" | jq -r '.response' > pr-review.json
-```
-
-#### Log analysis
-
-```bash
-grep "ERROR" /var/log/app.log | tail -20 | gemini -p "Analyze these errors and suggest root cause and fixes" > error-analysis.txt
-```
-
-#### Release notes generation
-
-```bash
-result=$(git log --oneline v1.0.0..HEAD | gemini -p "Generate release notes from these commits" --output-format json)
-response=$(echo "$result" | jq -r '.response')
-echo "$response"
-echo "$response" >> CHANGELOG.md
-```
-
-#### Model and tool usage tracking
-
-```bash
-result=$(gemini -p "Explain this database schema" --include-directories db --output-format json)
-total_tokens=$(echo "$result" | jq -r '.stats.models // {} | to_entries | map(.value.tokens.total) | add // 0')
-models_used=$(echo "$result" | jq -r '.stats.models // {} | keys | join(", ") | if . == "" then "none" else . end')
-tool_calls=$(echo "$result" | jq -r '.stats.tools.totalCalls // 0')
-tools_used=$(echo "$result" | jq -r '.stats.tools.byName // {} | keys | join(", ") | if . == "" then "none" else . end')
-echo "$(date): $total_tokens tokens, $tool_calls tool calls ($tools_used) used with models: $models_used" >> usage.log
-echo "$result" | jq -r '.response' > schema-docs.md
-echo "Recent usage trends:"
-tail -5 usage.log
-```
-
-## Resources
-
- [CLI Configuration](../get-started/configuration.md) - Complete configuration
-  guide
- [Authentication](../get-started/authentication.md) - Setup authentication
- [Commands](./commands.md) - Interactive commands reference
- [Tutorials](./tutorials.md) - Step-by-step automation guides
+- Follow the [Automation tutorial](./tutorials/automation.md) for practical
+  scripting examples.
+- See the [CLI reference](./cli-reference.md) for all available flags.
@@ -1,65 +1,123 @@
-# Gemini CLI
+# Using Gemini CLI

-Within Gemini CLI, `packages/cli` is the frontend for users to send and receive
-prompts with the Gemini AI model and its associated tools. For a general
-overview of Gemini CLI, see the [main documentation page](../index.md).
+Gemini CLI is a terminal-first interface that brings the power of Gemini AI
+models directly into your development workflow. It lets you interact with AI
+using your local files, shell environment, and project context, creating a
+bridge between generative AI and your system tools.

-## Basic features
+## User guides

- **[Commands](./commands.md):** A reference for all built-in slash commands
- **[Custom commands](./custom-commands.md):** Create your own commands and
-  shortcuts for frequently used prompts.
- **[Headless mode](./headless.md):** Use Gemini CLI programmatically for
-  scripting and automation.
- **[Model selection](./model.md):** Configure the Gemini AI model used by the
-  CLI.
- **[Settings](./settings.md):** Configure various aspects of the CLI's behavior
-  and appearance.
- **[Themes](./themes.md):** Customizing the CLI's appearance with different
-  themes.
- **[Keyboard shortcuts](./keyboard-shortcuts.md):** A reference for all
-  keyboard shortcuts to improve your workflow.
- **[Tutorials](./tutorials.md):** Step-by-step guides for common tasks.
+These guides provide step-by-step instructions and practical examples for using
+Gemini CLI in your daily development workflow.

-## Advanced features
+- **[Quickstart](../get-started/index.md):** Get up and running with Gemini CLI
+  in minutes.
+- **[Examples](../get-started/examples.md):** See practical examples of Gemini
+  CLI in action.
+- **[Get started with skills](./tutorials/skills-getting-started.md):** Learn
+  how to use and manage specialized expertise.
+- **[File management](./tutorials/file-management.md):** How to include, search,
+  and modify local files.
+- **[Set up an MCP server](./tutorials/mcp-setup.md):** Configure Model Context
+  Protocol servers for custom tools.
+- **[Manage context and memory](./tutorials/memory-management.md):** Manage
+  persistent instructions and individual facts.
+- **[Manage sessions and history](./tutorials/session-management.md):** Resume,
+  manage, and rewind your conversations.
+- **[Execute shell commands](./tutorials/shell-commands.md):** Execute system
+  commands safely directly from your prompt.
+- **[Plan tasks with todos](./tutorials/task-planning.md):** Using todos for
+  complex, multi-step agent requests.
+- **[Web search and fetch](./tutorials/web-tools.md):** Searching and fetching
+  content from the web.

- **[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.
- **[Telemetry](./telemetry.md):** Configure observability to monitor usage and
-  performance.
- **[Token caching](./token-caching.md):** Optimize API costs by caching tokens.
- **[Trusted folders](./trusted-folders.md):** A security feature to control
-  which projects can use the full capabilities of the CLI.
- **[Ignoring files (.geminiignore)](./gemini-ignore.md):** Exclude specific
-  files and directories from being accessed by tools.
- **[Context files (GEMINI.md)](./gemini-md.md):** Provide persistent,
-  hierarchical context to the model.
- **[System prompt override](./system-prompt.md):** Replace the built‑in system
-  instructions using `GEMINI_SYSTEM_MD`.
+## Features

-## Non-interactive mode
+Technical reference documentation for each capability of Gemini CLI.

-Gemini CLI can be run in a non-interactive mode, which is useful for scripting
-and automation. In this mode, you pipe input to the CLI, it executes the
-command, and then it exits.
+- **[/about](../cli/commands.md#about):** Show version info.
+- **[/auth](../cli/commands.md#auth):** Change authentication method.
+- **[/bug](../cli/commands.md#bug):** File an issue about Gemini CLI.
+- **[/chat](../cli/commands.md#chat):** Save and resume conversation history.
+- **[/clear](../cli/commands.md#clear):** Clear the terminal screen.
+- **[/compress](../cli/commands.md#compress):** Replace context with a summary.
+- **[/copy](../cli/commands.md#copy):** Copy output to clipboard.
+- **[/directory](../cli/commands.md#directory-or-dir):** Manage workspace
+  directories.
+- **[/docs](../cli/commands.md#docs):** Open documentation in browser.
+- **[/editor](../cli/commands.md#editor):** Select preferred editor.
+- **[/extensions](../cli/commands.md#extensions):** List active extensions.
+- **[/help](../cli/commands.md#help-or):** Display help information.
+- **[/hooks](../hooks/index.md):** Manage hooks for lifecycle events.
+- **[/ide](../ide-integration/index.md):** Manage IDE integration.
+- **[/init](../cli/commands.md#init):** Create a GEMINI.md context file.
+- **[/mcp](../tools/mcp-server.md):** Manage Model Context Protocol servers.
+- **[/memory](../cli/commands.md#memory):** Manage instructional context.
+- **[/model](./model.md):** Choose Gemini model.
+- **[/policies](../cli/commands.md#policies):** Manage security policies.
+- **[/privacy](../cli/commands.md#privacy):** Display privacy notice.
+- **[/quit](../cli/commands.md#quit-or-exit):** Exit Gemini CLI.
+- **[/restore](../cli/commands.md#restore):** Restore file state.
+- **[/resume](../cli/commands.md#resume):** Browse and resume sessions.
+- **[/rewind](./rewind.md):** Navigate backward through history.
+- **[/settings](./settings.md):** Open settings editor.
+- **[/setup-github](../cli/commands.md#setup-github):** Set up GitHub Actions.
+- **[/shells](../cli/commands.md#shells-or-bashes):** Toggle background shells
+  view.
+- **[/skills](./skills.md):** Manage Agent Skills.
+- **[/stats](../cli/commands.md#stats):** Display session statistics.
+- **[/terminal-setup](../cli/commands.md#terminal-setup):** Configure
+  keybindings.
+- **[/theme](./themes.md):** Change visual theme.
+- **[/tools](../cli/commands.md#tools):** Display list of available tools.
+- **[/vim](../cli/commands.md#vim):** Toggle vim mode.
+- **[Activate skill (tool)](../tools/activate-skill.md):** Internal mechanism
+  for loading expert procedures.
+- **[Ask user (tool)](../tools/ask-user.md):** Internal dialog system for
+  clarification.
+- **[Checkpointing](./checkpointing.md):** Automatic session snapshots.
+- **[File system (tool)](../tools/file-system.md):** Technical details for local
+  file operations.
+- **[Headless mode](./headless.md):** Programmatic and scripting interface.
+- **[Internal documentation (tool)](../tools/internal-docs.md):** Technical
+  lookup for CLI features.
+- **[Memory (tool)](../tools/memory.md):** Storage details for persistent facts.
+- **[Model routing](./model-routing.md):** Automatic fallback resilience.
+- **[Plan mode (experimental)](./plan-mode.md):** Use a safe, read-only mode for
+  planning complex changes.
+- **[Sandboxing](./sandbox.md):** Isolate tool execution.
+- **[Shell (tool)](../tools/shell.md):** Detailed system execution parameters.
+- **[Telemetry](./telemetry.md):** Usage and performance metric details.
+- **[Todo (tool)](../tools/todos.md):** Progress tracking specification.
+- **[Token caching](./token-caching.md):** Performance optimization.
+- **[Web fetch (tool)](../tools/web-fetch.md):** URL retrieval and extraction
+  details.
+- **[Web search (tool)](../tools/web-search.md):** Google Search integration
+  technicals.

-The following example pipes a command to Gemini CLI from your terminal:
+## Configuration

-```bash
-echo "What is fine tuning?" | gemini
-```
+Settings and customization options for Gemini CLI.

-You can also use the `--prompt` or `-p` flag:
+- **[Custom commands](./custom-commands.md):** Personalized shortcuts.
+- **[Enterprise configuration](./enterprise.md):** Professional environment
+  controls.
+- **[Ignore files (.geminiignore)](./gemini-ignore.md):** Exclusion pattern
+  reference.
+- **[Model configuration](./generation-settings.md):** Fine-tune generation
+  parameters like temperature and thinking budget.
+- **[Project context (GEMINI.md)](./gemini-md.md):** Technical hierarchy of
+  context files.
+- **[Settings](./settings.md):** Full `settings.json` schema.
+- **[System prompt override](./system-prompt.md):** Instruction replacement
+  logic.
+- **[Themes](./themes.md):** UI personalization technical guide.
+- **[Trusted folders](./trusted-folders.md):** Security permission logic.

-```bash
-gemini -p "What is fine tuning?"
-```
+## Next steps

-For comprehensive documentation on headless usage, scripting, automation, and
-advanced examples, see the **[Headless mode](./headless.md)** guide.
+- Explore the [Command reference](./commands.md) to learn about all available
+  slash commands.
+- Read about [Project context](./gemini-md.md) to understand how to provide
+  persistent instructions to the model.
+- See the [CLI reference](./cli-reference.md) for a quick cheatsheet of flags.
@@ -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`      |
-| 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`<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`            |

 #### Cursor Movement

@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ 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)`<br />`Ctrl + B`      |
+| Move the cursor one character to the left.  | `Left Arrow (no Shift, Alt, Ctrl, Cmd)`                      |
 | 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` |
@@ -96,21 +96,31 @@ 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), and plan (read-only). | `Shift + Tab`              |
-| Expand a height-constrained response to show additional lines when not in alternate buffer mode.      | `Ctrl + O`<br />`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`                        |
-| Suspend the application (not yet implemented).                                                        | `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 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`       |

 <!-- KEYBINDINGS-AUTOGEN:END -->

@@ -119,6 +129,16 @@ 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,
@@ -127,6 +147,7 @@ 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.
- `Double-click` on a paste placeholder (`[Pasted Text: X lines]`) in alternate
-  buffer mode: Expand to view full content inline. Double-click again to
-  collapse.
+- `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.
@@ -0,0 +1,186 @@
+# 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
@@ -1,9 +1,9 @@
 # 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.
+The `/rewind` command lets you 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

@@ -17,13 +17,13 @@ Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: **Press `Esc` twice**.
 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
+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
+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
+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
@@ -37,14 +37,14 @@ appears.
 If no code changes were made since the selected point, the options related to
 reverting code changes will be hidden.

-## Key Considerations
+## Key considerations

- **Destructive Action:** Rewinding is a destructive action for your current
+- **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
+- **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
+- **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
@@ -82,10 +82,11 @@ 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-closed`: Maximum restrictions
+- `restrictive-proxied`: Strict restrictions, network via proxy
+- `strict-open`: Read and write restrictions, network allowed
+- `strict-proxied`: Read and write restrictions, network via proxy

 ### Custom sandbox flags

@@ -1,32 +1,36 @@
-# Session Management
+# Session management

-Gemini CLI includes robust session management features that automatically save
-your conversation history. This allows you to interrupt your work and resume
-exactly where you left off, review past interactions, and manage your
-conversation history effectively.
+Session management saves your conversation history so you can resume your work
+where you left off. Use these features to review past interactions, manage
+history across different projects, and configure how long data is retained.

-## Automatic Saving
+## Automatic saving

-Every time you interact with Gemini CLI, your session is automatically saved.
-This happens in the background without any manual intervention.
+Your session history is recorded automatically as you interact with the model.
+This background process ensures your work is preserved even if you interrupt a
+session.

 - **What is saved:** The complete conversation history, including:
  - Your prompts and the model's responses.
  - All tool executions (inputs and outputs).
-  - Token usage statistics (input/output/cached, etc.).
-  - Assistant thoughts/reasoning summaries (when available).
- **Location:** Sessions are stored in `~/.gemini/tmp/<project_hash>/chats/`.
+  - Token usage statistics (input, output, cached, etc.).
+  - Assistant thoughts and reasoning summaries (when available).
+- **Location:** Sessions are stored in `~/.gemini/tmp/<project_hash>/chats/`,
+  where `<project_hash>` is a unique identifier based on your project's root
+  directory.
 - **Scope:** Sessions are project-specific. Switching directories to a different
-  project will switch to that project's session history.
+  project switches to that project's session history.

-## Resuming Sessions
+## Resuming sessions

 You can resume a previous session to continue the conversation with all prior
-context restored.
+context restored. Resuming is supported both through command-line flags and an
+interactive browser.

-### From the Command Line
+### From the command line

-When starting the CLI, you can use the `--resume` (or `-r`) flag:
+When starting Gemini CLI, use the `--resume` (or `-r`) flag to load existing
+sessions.

 - **Resume latest:**

@@ -36,8 +40,8 @@ When starting the CLI, you can use the `--resume` (or `-r`) flag:

  This immediately loads the most recent session.

- **Resume by index:** First, list available sessions (see
-  [Listing Sessions](#listing-sessions)), then use the index number:
+- **Resume by index:** List available sessions first (see
+  [Listing sessions](#listing-sessions)), then use the index number:

  ```bash
  gemini --resume 1
@@ -48,30 +52,35 @@ When starting the CLI, you can use the `--resume` (or `-r`) flag:
  gemini --resume a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890
  ```

-### From the Interactive Interface
+### From the interactive interface

-While the CLI is running, you can use the `/resume` slash command to open the
-**Session Browser**:
+While the CLI is running, use the `/resume` slash command to open the **Session
+Browser**:

 ```text
 /resume
 ```

-This opens an interactive interface where you can:
+The Session Browser provides an interactive interface where you can perform the
+following actions:

 - **Browse:** Scroll through a list of your past sessions.
 - **Preview:** See details like the session date, message count, and the first
  user prompt.
 - **Search:** Press `/` to enter search mode, then type to filter sessions by ID
  or content.
- **Select:** Press `Enter` to resume the selected session.
+- **Select:** Press **Enter** to resume the selected session.
+- **Esc:** Press **Esc** to exit the Session Browser.

-## Managing Sessions
+## Managing sessions

-### Listing Sessions
+You can list and delete sessions to keep your history organized and manage disk
+space.
+
+### Listing sessions

 To see a list of all available sessions for the current project from the command
-line:
+line, use the `--list-sessions` flag:

 ```bash
 gemini --list-sessions
@@ -87,12 +96,12 @@ Available sessions for this project (3):
  3. Update documentation (Just now) [abcd1234]
 ```

-### Deleting Sessions
+### Deleting sessions

 You can remove old or unwanted sessions to free up space or declutter your
 history.

-**From the Command Line:** Use the `--delete-session` flag with an index or ID:
+**From the command line:** Use the `--delete-session` flag with an index or ID:

 ```bash
 gemini --delete-session 2
@@ -102,17 +111,18 @@ gemini --delete-session 2

 1.  Open the browser with `/resume`.
 2.  Navigate to the session you want to remove.
-3.  Press `x`.
+3.  Press **x**.

 ## Configuration

 You can configure how Gemini CLI manages your session history in your
-`settings.json` file.
+`settings.json` file. These settings let you control retention policies and
+session lengths.

-### Session Retention
+### Session retention

-To prevent your history from growing indefinitely, you can enable automatic
-cleanup policies.
+To prevent your history from growing indefinitely, enable automatic cleanup
+policies in your settings.

 ```json
 {
@@ -126,20 +136,20 @@ cleanup policies.
 }
 ```

- **`enabled`**: (boolean) Master switch for session cleanup. Default is
+- **`enabled`**: (boolean) Master switch for session cleanup. Defaults to
  `false`.
- **`maxAge`**: (string) Duration to keep sessions (e.g., "24h", "7d", "4w").
-  Sessions older than this will be deleted.
+- **`maxAge`**: (string) Duration to keep sessions (for example, "24h", "7d",
+  "4w"). Sessions older than this are deleted.
 - **`maxCount`**: (number) Maximum number of sessions to retain. The oldest
-  sessions exceeding this count will be deleted.
+  sessions exceeding this count are deleted.
 - **`minRetention`**: (string) Minimum retention period (safety limit). Defaults
-  to `"1d"`; sessions newer than this period are never deleted by automatic
+  to `"1d"`. Sessions newer than this period are never deleted by automatic
  cleanup.

-### Session Limits
+### Session limits

-You can also limit the length of individual sessions to prevent context windows
-from becoming too large and expensive.
+You can limit the length of individual sessions to prevent context windows from
+becoming too large and expensive.

 ```json
 {
@@ -149,10 +159,17 @@ from becoming too large and expensive.
 }
 ```

- **`maxSessionTurns`**: (number) The maximum number of turns (user + model
+- **`maxSessionTurns`**: (number) The maximum number of turns (user and model
  exchanges) allowed in a single session. Set to `-1` for unlimited (default).

  **Behavior when limit is reached:**
-  - **Interactive Mode:** The CLI shows an informational message and stops
+  - **Interactive mode:** The CLI shows an informational message and stops
    sending requests to the model. You must manually start a new session.
-  - **Non-Interactive Mode:** The CLI exits with an error.
+  - **Non-interactive mode:** The CLI exits with an error.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore the [Memory tool](../tools/memory.md) to save persistent information
+  across sessions.
+- Learn how to [Checkpoint](./checkpointing.md) your session state.
+- Check out the [CLI reference](./cli-reference.md) for all command-line flags.
@@ -22,14 +22,15 @@ they appear in the UI.

 ### General

-| 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` |
+| 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, and 'plan' is read-only 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`     |
+| Keep chat history        | `general.sessionRetention.maxAge`  | Automatically delete chats older than this time period (e.g., "30d", "7d", "24h", "1w")                                                                                        | `undefined` |

 ### Output

@@ -39,31 +40,35 @@ they appear in the UI.

 ### UI

-| 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` |
-| 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 |
+| ------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
+| 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` |

 ### IDE

@@ -77,6 +82,7 @@ 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
@@ -93,34 +99,38 @@ they appear in the UI.

 ### 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`     |
-| Auto Accept                      | `tools.autoAccept`                   | Automatically accept and execute tool calls that are considered safe (e.g., read-only operations).                                                                             | `false`     |
-| Approval Mode                    | `tools.approvalMode`                 | The default approval mode for tool execution. 'default' prompts for approval, 'auto_edit' auto-approves edit tools, and 'plan' is read-only mode. 'yolo' is not supported yet. | `"default"` |
-| 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`      |
+| 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`  |

 ### 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` |
-| 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` |
+| 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` |

 ### Experimental

-| UI Label         | Setting                      | Description                                                                         | Default |
-| ---------------- | ---------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
-| 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` |
+| 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` |

 ### Skills

@@ -35,16 +35,22 @@ the full instructions and resources required to complete the task using the

 Gemini CLI discovers skills from three primary locations:

-1.  **Workspace Skills** (`.gemini/skills/`): Workspace-specific skills that are
-    typically committed to version control and shared with the team.
-2.  **User Skills** (`~/.gemini/skills/`): Personal skills available across all
-    your workspaces.
+1.  **Workspace Skills**: Located in `.gemini/skills/` or the `.agents/skills/`
+    alias. Workspace skills are typically committed to version control and
+    shared with the team.
+2.  **User Skills**: Located in `~/.gemini/skills/` or the `~/.agents/skills/`
+    alias. These are personal skills available across all your workspaces.
 3.  **Extension Skills**: Skills bundled within installed
    [extensions](../extensions/index.md).

 **Precedence:** If multiple skills share the same name, higher-precedence
 locations override lower ones: **Workspace > User > Extension**.

+Within the same tier (user or workspace), the `.agents/skills/` alias takes
+precedence over the `.gemini/skills/` directory. This generic alias provides an
+intuitive path for managing agent-specific expertise that remains compatible
+across different AI agent tools.
+
 ## Managing Skills

 ### In an Interactive Session
@@ -52,6 +58,7 @@ 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.
@@ -67,8 +74,16 @@ 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
+# (or ~/.agents/skills)
+gemini skills link /path/to/my-skills-repo
+
+# Link to the workspace scope (.gemini/skills or .agents/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)
+# Uses the user scope by default (~/.gemini/skills or ~/.agents/skills)
 gemini skills install https://github.com/user/repo.git
 gemini skills install /path/to/local/skill
 gemini skills install /path/to/local/my-expertise.skill
@@ -76,7 +91,7 @@ gemini skills install /path/to/local/my-expertise.skill
 # Install a specific skill from a monorepo or subdirectory using --path
 gemini skills install https://github.com/my-org/my-skills.git --path skills/frontend-design

-# Install to the workspace scope (.gemini/skills)
+# Install to the workspace scope (.gemini/skills or .agents/skills)
 gemini skills install /path/to/skill --scope workspace

 # Uninstall a skill by name
@@ -89,7 +104,7 @@ gemini skills enable my-expertise
 gemini skills disable my-expertise --scope workspace
 ```

-## How it Works (Security & Privacy)
+## How it Works

 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
@@ -106,7 +121,14 @@ gemini skills disable my-expertise --scope workspace
 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](./guides/creating-skills.md) guide.
+To create your own skills, see the [Create Agent Skills](./creating-skills.md)
+guide.
@@ -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`, 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`, `active_approval_mode`, and `user.email`
+(available only when authenticated with a Google account) are included as common
+attributes on all logs and metrics.

 ### Logs

@@ -320,6 +320,8 @@ 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)
@@ -330,6 +332,15 @@ 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.
@@ -349,7 +360,21 @@ 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)
+    - `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)

 - `gemini_cli.tool_output_truncated`: Output of a tool call was truncated.
  - **Attributes**:
@@ -710,6 +735,17 @@ 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.
@@ -46,8 +46,8 @@ remembered across sessions.

 ## Custom color themes

-Gemini CLI allows you to create your own custom color themes by specifying them
-in your `settings.json` file. This gives you full control over the color palette
+Gemini CLI lets you create your own custom color themes by specifying them in
+your `settings.json` file. This gives you full control over the color palette
 used in the CLI.

 ### How to define a custom theme
@@ -1,87 +0,0 @@
-# Tutorials
-
-This page contains tutorials for interacting with Gemini CLI.
-
-## Agent Skills
-
- [Getting Started with Agent Skills](./tutorials/skills-getting-started.md)
-
-## Setting up a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server
-
-> [!CAUTION] Before using a third-party MCP server, ensure you trust its source
-> and understand the tools it provides. Your use of third-party servers is at
-> your own risk.
-
-This tutorial demonstrates how to set up an MCP server, using the
-[GitHub MCP server](https://github.com/github/github-mcp-server) as an example.
-The GitHub MCP server provides tools for interacting with GitHub repositories,
-such as creating issues and commenting on pull requests.
-
-### Prerequisites
-
-Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed and configured:
-
- **Docker:** Install and run [Docker].
- **GitHub Personal Access Token (PAT):** Create a new [classic] or
-  [fine-grained] PAT with the necessary scopes.
-
-[Docker]: https://www.docker.com/
-[classic]: https://github.com/settings/tokens/new
-[fine-grained]: https://github.com/settings/personal-access-tokens/new
-
-### Guide
-
-#### Configure the MCP server in `settings.json`
-
-In your project's root directory, create or open the
-[`.gemini/settings.json` file](../get-started/configuration.md). Within the
-file, add the `mcpServers` configuration block, which provides instructions for
-how to launch the GitHub MCP server.
-
-```json
-{
-  "mcpServers": {
-    "github": {
-      "command": "docker",
-      "args": [
-        "run",
-        "-i",
-        "--rm",
-        "-e",
-        "GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN",
-        "ghcr.io/github/github-mcp-server"
-      ],
-      "env": {
-        "GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN": "${GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN}"
-      }
-    }
-  }
-}
-```
-
-#### Set your GitHub token
-
-> [!CAUTION] Using a broadly scoped personal access token that has access to
-> personal and private repositories can lead to information from the private
-> repository being leaked into the public repository. We recommend using a
-> fine-grained access token that doesn't share access to both public and private
-> repositories.
-
-Use an environment variable to store your GitHub PAT:
-
-```bash
-GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN="pat_YourActualGitHubTokenHere"
-```
-
-Gemini CLI uses this value in the `mcpServers` configuration that you defined in
-the `settings.json` file.
-
-#### Launch Gemini CLI and verify the connection
-
-When you launch Gemini CLI, it automatically reads your configuration and
-launches the GitHub MCP server in the background. You can then use natural
-language prompts to ask Gemini CLI to perform GitHub actions. For example:
-
-```bash
-"get all open issues assigned to me in the 'foo/bar' repo and prioritize them"
-```
@@ -0,0 +1,187 @@
+# Automate tasks with headless mode
+
+Automate tasks with Gemini CLI. Learn how to use headless mode, pipe data into
+Gemini CLI, automate workflows with shell scripts, and generate structured JSON
+output for other applications.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- Familiarity with shell scripting (Bash/Zsh).
+
+## Why headless mode?
+
+Headless mode runs Gemini CLI once and exits. It's perfect for:
+
+- **CI/CD:** Analyzing pull requests automatically.
+- **Batch processing:** Summarizing a large number of log files.
+- **Tool building:** Creating your own "AI wrapper" scripts.
+
+## How to use headless mode
+
+Run Gemini CLI in headless mode by providing a prompt as a positional argument.
+This bypasses the interactive chat interface and prints the response to standard
+output (stdout).
+
+Run a single command:
+
+```bash
+gemini "Write a poem about TypeScript"
+```
+
+## How to pipe input to Gemini CLI
+
+Feed data into Gemini using the standard Unix pipe `|`. Gemini reads the
+standard input (stdin) as context and answers your question using standard
+output.
+
+Pipe a file:
+
+```bash
+cat error.log | gemini "Explain why this failed"
+```
+
+Pipe a command:
+
+```bash
+git diff | gemini "Write a commit message for these changes"
+```
+
+## Use Gemini CLI output in scripts
+
+Because Gemini prints to stdout, you can chain it with other tools or save the
+results to a file.
+
+### Scenario: Bulk documentation generator
+
+You have a folder of Python scripts and want to generate a `README.md` for each
+one.
+
+1.  Save the following code as `generate_docs.sh`:
+
+    ```bash
+    #!/bin/bash
+
+    # Loop through all Python files
+    for file in *.py; do
+      echo "Generating docs for $file..."
+
+      # Ask Gemini CLI to generate the documentation and print it to stdout
+      gemini "Generate a Markdown documentation summary for @$file. Print the
+      result to standard output." > "${file%.py}.md"
+    done
+    ```
+
+2.  Make the script executable and run it in your directory:
+
+    ```bash
+    chmod +x generate_docs.sh
+    ./generate_docs.sh
+    ```
+
+    This creates a corresponding Markdown file for every Python file in the
+    folder.
+
+## Extract structured JSON data
+
+When writing a script, you often need structured data (JSON) to pass to tools
+like `jq`. To get pure JSON data from the model, combine the
+`--output-format json` flag with `jq` to parse the response field.
+
+### Scenario: Extract and return structured data
+
+1.  Save the following script as `generate_json.sh`:
+
+    ```bash
+    #!/bin/bash
+
+    # Ensure we are in a project root
+    if [ ! -f "package.json" ]; then
+      echo "Error: package.json not found."
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Extract data
+    gemini --output-format json "Return a raw JSON object with keys 'version' and 'deps' from @package.json" | jq -r '.response' > data.json
+    ```
+
+2.  Run `generate_json.sh`:
+
+    ```bash
+    chmod +x generate_json.sh
+    ./generate_json.sh
+    ```
+
+3.  Check `data.json`. The file should look like this:
+
+    ```json
+    {
+      "version": "1.0.0",
+      "deps": {
+        "react": "^18.2.0"
+      }
+    }
+    ```
+
+## Build your own custom AI tools
+
+Use headless mode to perform custom, automated AI tasks.
+
+### Scenario: Create a "Smart Commit" alias
+
+You can add a function to your shell configuration (like `.zshrc` or `.bashrc`)
+to create a `git commit` wrapper that writes the message for you.
+
+1.  Open your `.zshrc` file (or `.bashrc` if you use Bash) in your preferred
+    text editor.
+
+    ```bash
+    nano ~/.zshrc
+    ```
+
+    **Note**: If you use VS Code, you can run `code ~/.zshrc`.
+
+2.  Scroll to the very bottom of the file and paste this code:
+
+    ```bash
+    function gcommit() {
+      # Get the diff of staged changes
+      diff=$(git diff --staged)
+
+      if [ -z "$diff" ]; then
+        echo "No staged changes to commit."
+        return 1
+      fi
+
+      # Ask Gemini to write the message
+      echo "Generating commit message..."
+      msg=$(echo "$diff" | gemini "Write a concise Conventional Commit message for this diff. Output ONLY the message.")
+
+      # Commit with the generated message
+      git commit -m "$msg"
+    }
+    ```
+
+    Save your file and exit.
+
+3.  Run this command to make the function available immediately:
+
+    ```bash
+    source ~/.zshrc
+    ```
+
+4.  Use your new command:
+
+    ```bash
+    gcommit
+    ```
+
+    Gemini CLI will analyze your staged changes and commit them with a generated
+    message.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore the [Headless mode reference](../../cli/headless.md) for full JSON
+  schema details.
+- Learn about [Shell commands](shell-commands.md) to let the agent run scripts
+  instead of just writing them.
@@ -0,0 +1,142 @@
+# File management with Gemini CLI
+
+Explore, analyze, and modify your codebase using Gemini CLI. In this guide,
+you'll learn how to provide Gemini CLI with files and directories, modify and
+create files, and control what Gemini CLI can see.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- A project directory to work with (e.g., a git repository).
+
+## How to give the agent context (Reading files)
+
+Gemini CLI will generally try to read relevant files, sometimes prompting you
+for access (depending on your settings). To ensure that Gemini CLI uses a file,
+you can also include it directly.
+
+### Direct file inclusion (`@`)
+
+If you know the path to the file you want to work on, use the `@` symbol. This
+forces the CLI to read the file immediately and inject its content into your
+prompt.
+
+```bash
+`@src/components/UserProfile.tsx Explain how this component handles user data.`
+```
+
+### Working with multiple files
+
+Complex features often span multiple files. You can chain `@` references to give
+the agent a complete picture of the dependencies.
+
+```bash
+`@src/components/UserProfile.tsx @src/types/User.ts Refactor the component to use the updated User interface.`
+```
+
+### Including entire directories
+
+For broad questions or refactoring, you can include an entire directory. Be
+careful with large folders, as this consumes more tokens.
+
+```bash
+`@src/utils/ Check these utility functions for any deprecated API usage.`
+```
+
+## How to find files (Exploration)
+
+If you _don't_ know the exact file path, you can ask Gemini CLI to find it for
+you. This is useful when navigating a new codebase or looking for specific
+logic.
+
+### Scenario: Find a component definition
+
+You know there's a `UserProfile` component, but you don't know where it lives.
+
+```none
+`Find the file that defines the UserProfile component.`
+```
+
+Gemini uses the `glob` or `list_directory` tools to search your project
+structure. It will return the specific path (e.g.,
+`src/components/UserProfile.tsx`), which you can then use with `@` in your next
+turn.
+
+> **Tip:** You can also ask for lists of files, like "Show me all the TypeScript
+> configuration files in the root directory."
+
+## How to modify code
+
+Once Gemini CLI has context, you can direct it to make specific edits. The agent
+is capable of complex refactoring, not just simple text replacement.
+
+```none
+`Update @src/components/UserProfile.tsx to show a loading spinner if the user data is null.`
+```
+
+Gemini CLI uses the `replace` tool to propose a targeted code change.
+
+### Creating new files
+
+You can also ask the agent to create entirely new files or folder structures.
+
+```none
+`Create a new file @src/components/LoadingSpinner.tsx with a simple Tailwind CSS spinner.`
+```
+
+Gemini CLI uses the `write_file` tool to generate the new file from scratch.
+
+## Review and confirm changes
+
+Gemini CLI prioritizes safety. Before any file is modified, it presents a
+unified diff of the proposed changes.
+
+```diff
+- if (!user) return null;
+ if (!user) return <LoadingSpinner />;
+```
+
+- **Red lines (-):** Code that will be removed.
+- **Green lines (+):** Code that will be added.
+
+Press **y** to confirm and apply the change to your local file system. If the
+diff doesn't look right, press **n** to cancel and refine your prompt.
+
+## Verify the result
+
+After the edit is complete, verify the fix. You can simply read the file again
+or, better yet, run your project's tests.
+
+```none
+`Run the tests for the UserProfile component.`
+```
+
+Gemini CLI uses the `run_shell_command` tool to execute your test runner (e.g.,
+`npm test` or `jest`). This ensures the changes didn't break existing
+functionality.
+
+## Advanced: Controlling what Gemini sees
+
+By default, Gemini CLI respects your `.gitignore` file. It won't read or search
+through `node_modules`, build artifacts, or other ignored paths.
+
+If you have sensitive files (like `.env`) or large assets that you want to keep
+hidden from the AI _without_ ignoring them in Git, you can create a
+`.geminiignore` file in your project root.
+
+**Example `.geminiignore`:**
+
+```text
+.env
+local-db-dump.sql
+private-notes.md
+```
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn how to [Manage context and memory](memory-management.md) to keep your
+  agent smarter over long sessions.
+- See [Execute shell commands](shell-commands.md) for more on running tests and
+  builds.
+- Explore the technical [File system reference](../../tools/file-system.md) for
+  advanced tool parameters.
@@ -0,0 +1,105 @@
+# Set up an MCP server
+
+Connect Gemini CLI to your external databases and services. In this guide,
+you'll learn how to extend Gemini CLI's capabilities by installing the GitHub
+MCP server and using it to manage your repositories.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed.
+- **Docker:** Required for this specific example (many MCP servers run as Docker
+  containers).
+- **GitHub token:** A Personal Access Token (PAT) with repo permissions.
+
+## How to prepare your credentials
+
+Most MCP servers require authentication. For GitHub, you need a PAT.
+
+1.  Create a [fine-grained PAT](https://github.com/settings/tokens?type=beta).
+2.  Grant it **Read** access to **Metadata** and **Contents**, and
+    **Read/Write** access to **Issues** and **Pull Requests**.
+3.  Store it in your environment:
+
+```bash
+export GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN="github_pat_..."
+```
+
+## How to configure Gemini CLI
+
+You tell Gemini about new servers by editing your `settings.json`.
+
+1.  Open `~/.gemini/settings.json` (or the project-specific
+    `.gemini/settings.json`).
+2.  Add the `mcpServers` block. This tells Gemini: "Run this docker container
+    and talk to it."
+
+```json
+{
+  "mcpServers": {
+    "github": {
+      "command": "docker",
+      "args": [
+        "run",
+        "-i",
+        "--rm",
+        "-e",
+        "GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN",
+        "ghcr.io/modelcontextprotocol/servers/github:latest"
+      ],
+      "env": {
+        "GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN": "${GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN}"
+      }
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+> **Note:** The `command` is `docker`, and the rest are arguments passed to it.
+> We map the local environment variable into the container so your secret isn't
+> hardcoded in the config file.
+
+## How to verify the connection
+
+Restart Gemini CLI. It will automatically try to start the defined servers.
+
+**Command:** `/mcp list`
+
+You should see: `✓ github: docker ... - Connected`
+
+If you see `Disconnected` or an error, check that Docker is running and your API
+token is valid.
+
+## How to use the new tools
+
+Now that the server is running, the agent has new capabilities ("tools"). You
+don't need to learn special commands; just ask in natural language.
+
+### Scenario: Listing pull requests
+
+**Prompt:** `List the open PRs in the google/gemini-cli repository.`
+
+The agent will:
+
+1.  Recognize the request matches a GitHub tool.
+2.  Call `github_list_pull_requests`.
+3.  Present the data to you.
+
+### Scenario: Creating an issue
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Create an issue in my repo titled "Bug: Login fails" with the description "See logs".`
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+- **Server won't start?** Try running the docker command manually in your
+  terminal to see if it prints an error (e.g., "image not found").
+- **Tools not found?** Run `/mcp refresh` to force the CLI to re-query the
+  server for its capabilities.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore the [MCP servers reference](../../tools/mcp-server.md) to learn about
+  SSE and HTTP transports for remote servers.
+- Browse the
+  [official MCP server list](https://github.com/modelcontextprotocol/servers) to
+  find connectors for Slack, Postgres, Google Drive, and more.
@@ -0,0 +1,126 @@
+# Manage context and memory
+
+Control what Gemini CLI knows about you and your projects. In this guide, you'll
+learn how to define project-wide rules with `GEMINI.md`, teach the agent
+persistent facts, and inspect the active context.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- A project directory where you want to enforce specific rules.
+
+## Why manage context?
+
+Out of the box, Gemini CLI is smart but generic. It doesn't know your preferred
+testing framework, your indentation style, or that you hate using `any` in
+TypeScript. Context management solves this by giving the agent persistent
+memory.
+
+You'll use these features when you want to:
+
+- **Enforce standards:** Ensure every generated file matches your team's style
+  guide.
+- **Set a persona:** Tell the agent to act as a "Senior Rust Engineer" or "QA
+  Specialist."
+- **Remember facts:** Save details like "My database port is 5432" so you don't
+  have to repeat them.
+
+## How to define project-wide rules (GEMINI.md)
+
+The most powerful way to control the agent's behavior is through `GEMINI.md`
+files. These are Markdown files containing instructions that are automatically
+loaded into every conversation.
+
+### Scenario: Create a project context file
+
+1.  In the root of your project, create a file named `GEMINI.md`.
+
+2.  Add your instructions:
+
+    ```markdown
+    # Project Instructions
+
+    - **Framework:** We use React with Vite.
+    - **Styling:** Use Tailwind CSS for all styling. Do not write custom CSS.
+    - **Testing:** All new components must include a Vitest unit test.
+    - **Tone:** Be concise. Don't explain basic React concepts.
+    ```
+
+3.  Start a new session. Gemini CLI will now know these rules automatically.
+
+### Scenario: Using the hierarchy
+
+Context is loaded hierarchically. This allows you to have general rules for
+everything and specific rules for sub-projects.
+
+1.  **Global:** `~/.gemini/GEMINI.md` (Rules for _every_ project you work on).
+2.  **Project Root:** `./GEMINI.md` (Rules for the current repository).
+3.  **Subdirectory:** `./src/GEMINI.md` (Rules specific to the `src` folder).
+
+**Example:** You might set "Always use strict typing" in your global config, but
+"Use Python 3.11" only in your backend repository.
+
+## How to teach the agent facts (Memory)
+
+Sometimes you don't want to write a config file. You just want to tell the agent
+something once and have it remember forever. You can do this naturally in chat.
+
+### Scenario: Saving a memory
+
+Just tell the agent to remember something.
+
+**Prompt:** `Remember that I prefer using 'const' over 'let' wherever possible.`
+
+The agent will use the `save_memory` tool to store this fact in your global
+memory file.
+
+**Prompt:** `Save the fact that the staging server IP is 10.0.0.5.`
+
+### Scenario: Using memory in conversation
+
+Once a fact is saved, you don't need to invoke it explicitly. The agent "knows"
+it.
+
+**Next Prompt:** `Write a script to deploy to staging.`
+
+**Agent Response:** "I'll write a script to deploy to **10.0.0.5**..."
+
+## How to manage and inspect context
+
+As your project grows, you might want to see exactly what instructions the agent
+is following.
+
+### Scenario: View active context
+
+To see the full, concatenated set of instructions currently loaded (from all
+`GEMINI.md` files and saved memories), use the `/memory show` command.
+
+**Command:** `/memory show`
+
+This prints the raw text the model receives at the start of the session. It's
+excellent for debugging why the agent might be ignoring a rule.
+
+### Scenario: Refresh context
+
+If you edit a `GEMINI.md` file while a session is running, the agent won't know
+immediately. Force a reload with:
+
+**Command:** `/memory refresh`
+
+## Best practices
+
+- **Keep it focused:** Don't dump your entire internal wiki into `GEMINI.md`.
+  Keep instructions actionable and relevant to code generation.
+- **Use negative constraints:** Explicitly telling the agent what _not_ to do
+  (e.g., "Do not use class components") is often more effective than vague
+  positive instructions.
+- **Review often:** Periodically check your `GEMINI.md` files to remove outdated
+  rules.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn about [Session management](session-management.md) to see how short-term
+  history works.
+- Explore the [Command reference](../../cli/commands.md) for more `/memory`
+  options.
+- Read the technical spec for [Project context](../../cli/gemini-md.md).
@@ -0,0 +1,105 @@
+# Manage sessions and history
+
+Resume, browse, and rewind your conversations with Gemini CLI. In this guide,
+you'll learn how to switch between tasks, manage your session history, and undo
+mistakes using the rewind feature.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- At least one active or past session.
+
+## How to resume where you left off
+
+It's common to switch context—maybe you're waiting for a build and want to work
+on a different feature. Gemini makes it easy to jump back in.
+
+### Scenario: Resume the last session
+
+The fastest way to pick up your most recent work is with the `--resume` flag (or
+`-r`).
+
+```bash
+gemini -r
+```
+
+This restores your chat history and memory, so you can say "Continue with the
+next step" immediately.
+
+### Scenario: Browse past sessions
+
+If you want to find a specific conversation from yesterday, use the interactive
+browser.
+
+**Command:** `/resume`
+
+This opens a searchable list of all your past sessions. You'll see:
+
+- A timestamp (e.g., "2 hours ago").
+- The first user message (helping you identify the topic).
+- The number of turns in the conversation.
+
+Select a session and press **Enter** to load it.
+
+## How to manage your workspace
+
+Over time, you'll accumulate a lot of history. Keeping your session list clean
+helps you find what you need.
+
+### Scenario: Deleting sessions
+
+In the `/resume` browser, navigate to a session you no longer need and press
+**x**. This permanently deletes the history for that specific conversation.
+
+You can also manage sessions from the command line:
+
+```bash
+# List all sessions with their IDs
+gemini --list-sessions
+
+# Delete a specific session by ID or index
+gemini --delete-session 1
+```
+
+## How to rewind time (Undo mistakes)
+
+Gemini CLI's **Rewind** feature is like `Ctrl+Z` for your workflow.
+
+### Scenario: Triggering rewind
+
+At any point in a chat, type `/rewind` or press **Esc** twice.
+
+### Scenario: Choosing a restore point
+
+You'll see a list of your recent interactions. Select the point _before_ the
+undesired changes occurred.
+
+### Scenario: Choosing what to revert
+
+Gemini gives you granular control over the undo process. You can choose to:
+
+1.  **Rewind conversation:** Only remove the chat history. The files stay
+    changed. (Useful if the code is good but the chat got off track).
+2.  **Revert code changes:** Keep the chat history but undo the file edits.
+    (Useful if you want to keep the context but retry the implementation).
+3.  **Rewind both:** Restore everything to exactly how it was.
+
+## How to fork conversations
+
+Sometimes you want to try two different approaches to the same problem.
+
+1.  Start a session and get to a decision point.
+2.  Save the current state with `/chat save decision-point`.
+3.  Try your first approach.
+4.  Later, use `/chat resume decision-point` to fork the conversation back to
+    that moment and try a different approach.
+
+This creates a new branch of history without losing your original work.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn about [Checkpointing](../../cli/checkpointing.md) to understand the
+  underlying safety mechanism.
+- Explore [Task planning](task-planning.md) to keep complex sessions organized.
+- See the [Command reference](../../cli/commands.md) for all `/chat` and
+  `/resume` options.
@@ -0,0 +1,107 @@
+# Execute shell commands
+
+Use the CLI to run builds, manage git, and automate system tasks without leaving
+the conversation. In this guide, you'll learn how to run commands directly,
+automate complex workflows, and manage background processes safely.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- Basic familiarity with your system's shell (Bash, Zsh, PowerShell, etc.).
+
+## How to run commands directly (`!`)
+
+Sometimes you just need to check a file size or git status without asking the AI
+to do it for you. You can pass commands directly to your shell using the `!`
+prefix.
+
+**Example:** `!ls -la`
+
+This executes `ls -la` immediately and prints the output to your terminal. The
+AI doesn't "see" this output unless you paste it back into the chat or use it in
+a prompt.
+
+### Scenario: Entering Shell mode
+
+If you're doing a lot of manual work, toggle "Shell Mode" by typing `!` and
+pressing **Enter**. Now, everything you type is sent to the shell until you exit
+(usually by pressing **Esc** or typing `exit`).
+
+## How to automate complex tasks
+
+You can automate tasks using a combination of Gemini CLI and shell commands.
+
+### Scenario: Run tests and fix failures
+
+You want to run tests and fix any failures.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Run the unit tests. If any fail, analyze the error and try to fix the code.`
+
+**Workflow:**
+
+1.  Gemini calls `run_shell_command('npm test')`.
+2.  You see a confirmation prompt: `Allow command 'npm test'? [y/N]`.
+3.  You press `y`.
+4.  The tests run. If they fail, Gemini reads the error output.
+5.  Gemini uses `read_file` to inspect the failing test.
+6.  Gemini uses `replace` to fix the bug.
+7.  Gemini runs `npm test` again to verify the fix.
+
+This loop turns Gemini into an autonomous engineer.
+
+## How to manage background processes
+
+You can ask Gemini to start long-running tasks, like development servers or file
+watchers.
+
+**Prompt:** `Start the React dev server in the background.`
+
+Gemini will run the command (e.g., `npm run dev`) and detach it.
+
+### Scenario: Viewing active shells
+
+To see what's running in the background, use the `/shells` command.
+
+**Command:** `/shells`
+
+This opens a dashboard where you can view logs or kill runaway processes.
+
+## How to handle interactive commands
+
+Gemini CLI attempts to handle interactive commands (like `git add -p` or
+confirmation prompts) by streaming the output to you. However, for highly
+interactive tools (like `vim` or `top`), it's often better to run them yourself
+in a separate terminal window or use the `!` prefix.
+
+## Safety first
+
+Giving an AI access to your shell is powerful but risky. Gemini CLI includes
+several safety layers.
+
+### Confirmation prompts
+
+By default, **every** shell command requested by the agent requires your
+explicit approval.
+
+- **Allow once:** Runs the command one time.
+- **Allow always:** Trusts this specific command for the rest of the session.
+- **Deny:** Stops the agent.
+
+### Sandboxing
+
+For maximum security, especially when running untrusted code or exploring new
+projects, we strongly recommend enabling Sandboxing. This runs all shell
+commands inside a secure Docker container.
+
+**Enable sandboxing:** Use the `--sandbox` flag when starting the CLI:
+`gemini --sandbox`.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn about [Sandboxing](../../cli/sandbox.md) to safely run destructive
+  commands.
+- See the [Shell tool reference](../../tools/shell.md) for configuration options
+  like timeouts and working directories.
+- Explore [Task planning](task-planning.md) to see how shell commands fit into
+  larger workflows.
@@ -1,23 +1,27 @@
-# Getting Started with Agent Skills
+# Get 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.
+Agent Skills extend Gemini CLI with specialized expertise. In this guide, you'll
+learn how to create your first skill, bundle custom scripts, and activate them
+during a session.

-## 1. Create your first skill
+## How to create a 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
+A skill is defined by a directory containing a `SKILL.md` file. Let's create an
+**API Auditor** skill that helps you verify if local or remote endpoints are
 responding correctly.

-1.  **Create the skill directory structure:**
+### Create the directory structure
+
+1.  Run the following command to create the folders:

    ```bash
    mkdir -p .gemini/skills/api-auditor/scripts
    ```

-2.  **Create the `SKILL.md` file:** Create a file at
-    `.gemini/skills/api-auditor/SKILL.md` with the following content:
+### Create the definition
+
+1.  Create a file at `.gemini/skills/api-auditor/SKILL.md`. This tells the agent
+    _when_ to use the skill and _how_ to behave.

    ```markdown
    ---
@@ -40,9 +44,12 @@ responding correctly.
        without an `https://` protocol.
    ```

-3.  **Create the bundled Node.js script:** Create a file at
-    `.gemini/skills/api-auditor/scripts/audit.js`. This script will be used by
-    the agent to perform the actual check:
+### Add the tool logic
+
+Skills can bundle resources like scripts.
+
+1.  Create a file at `.gemini/skills/api-auditor/scripts/audit.js`. This is the
+    code the agent will run.

    ```javascript
    // .gemini/skills/api-auditor/scripts/audit.js
@@ -59,39 +66,37 @@ responding correctly.
      .catch((e) => console.error(`Result: Failed (${e.message})`));
    ```

-## 2. Verify the skill is discovered
+## How to verify discovery

-Use the `/skills` slash command (or `gemini skills list` from your terminal) to
-see if Gemini CLI has found your new skill.
+Gemini CLI automatically discovers skills in the `.gemini/skills` directory. You
+can also use `.agents/skills` as a more generic alternative. Check that it found
+your new skill.

-In a Gemini CLI session:
-
-```
-/skills list
-```
+**Command:** `/skills list`

 You should see `api-auditor` in the list of available skills.

-## 3. Use the skill in a chat
+## How to use the skill

-Now, let's see the skill in action. Start a new session and ask a question about
-an endpoint.
+Now, try it out. Start a new session and ask a question that triggers the
+skill's description.

-**User:** "Can you audit http://geminili.com"
+**User:** "Can you audit http://geminicli.com"

-Gemini will recognize the request matches the `api-auditor` description and will
-ask for your permission to activate it.
+Gemini recognizes the request matches the `api-auditor` description and asks for
+permission to activate it.

 **Model:** (After calling `activate_skill`) "I've activated the **api-auditor**
 skill. I'll run the audit script now..."

-Gemini will then use the `run_shell_command` tool to execute your bundled Node
+Gemini then uses the `run_shell_command` tool to execute your bundled Node
 script:

 `node .gemini/skills/api-auditor/scripts/audit.js http://geminili.com`

-## Next Steps
+## Next steps

- Explore [Agent Skills Authoring Guide](../skills.md#creating-a-skill) to learn
-  about more advanced skill features.
+- Explore the
+  [Agent Skills Authoring Guide](../../cli/skills.md#creating-a-skill) to learn
+  about more advanced features.
 - Learn how to share skills via [Extensions](../../extensions/index.md).
@@ -0,0 +1,93 @@
+# Plan tasks with todos
+
+Keep complex jobs on the rails with Gemini CLI's built-in task planning. In this
+guide, you'll learn how to ask for a plan, execute it step-by-step, and monitor
+progress with the todo list.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- A complex task in mind (e.g., a multi-file refactor or new feature).
+
+## Why use task planning?
+
+Standard LLMs have a limited context window and can "forget" the original goal
+after 10 turns of code generation. Task planning provides:
+
+1.  **Visibility:** You see exactly what the agent plans to do _before_ it
+    starts.
+2.  **Focus:** The agent knows exactly which step it's working on right now.
+3.  **Resilience:** If the agent gets stuck, the plan helps it get back on
+    track.
+
+## How to ask for a plan
+
+The best way to trigger task planning is to explicitly ask for it.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`I want to migrate this project from JavaScript to TypeScript. Please make a plan first.`
+
+Gemini will analyze your codebase and use the `write_todos` tool to generate a
+structured list.
+
+**Example Plan:**
+
+1.  [ ] Create `tsconfig.json`.
+2.  [ ] Rename `.js` files to `.ts`.
+3.  [ ] Fix type errors in `utils.js`.
+4.  [ ] Fix type errors in `server.js`.
+5.  [ ] Verify build passes.
+
+## How to review and iterate
+
+Once the plan is generated, it appears in your CLI. Review it.
+
+- **Missing steps?** Tell the agent: "You forgot to add a step for installing
+  `@types/node`."
+- **Wrong order?** Tell the agent: "Let's verify the build _after_ each file,
+  not just at the end."
+
+The agent will update the todo list dynamically.
+
+## How to execute the plan
+
+Tell the agent to proceed.
+
+**Prompt:** `Looks good. Start with the first step.`
+
+As the agent works, you'll see the todo list update in real-time above the input
+box.
+
+- **Current focus:** The active task is highlighted (e.g.,
+  `[IN_PROGRESS] Create tsconfig.json`).
+- **Progress:** Completed tasks are marked as done.
+
+## How to monitor progress (`Ctrl+T`)
+
+For a long-running task, the full todo list might be hidden to save space. You
+can toggle the full view at any time.
+
+**Action:** Press **Ctrl+T**.
+
+This shows the complete list, including pending, in-progress, and completed
+items. It's a great way to check "how much is left?" without scrolling back up.
+
+## How to handle unexpected changes
+
+Plans change. Maybe you discover a library is incompatible halfway through.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Actually, let's skip the 'server.js' refactor for now. It's too risky.`
+
+The agent will mark that task as `cancelled` or remove it, and move to the next
+item. This dynamic adjustment is what makes the todo system powerful—it's a
+living document, not a static text block.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore [Session management](session-management.md) to save your plan and
+  finish it tomorrow.
+- See the [Todo tool reference](../../tools/todos.md) for technical schema
+  details.
+- Learn about [Memory management](memory-management.md) to persist planning
+  preferences (e.g., "Always create a test plan first").
@@ -0,0 +1,78 @@
+# Web search and fetch
+
+Access the live internet directly from your prompt. In this guide, you'll learn
+how to search for up-to-date documentation, fetch deep context from specific
+URLs, and apply that knowledge to your code.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Gemini CLI installed and authenticated.
+- An internet connection.
+
+## How to research new technologies
+
+Imagine you want to use a library released yesterday. The model doesn't know
+about it yet. You need to teach it.
+
+### Scenario: Find documentation
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Search for the 'Bun 1.0' release notes and summarize the key changes.`
+
+Gemini uses the `google_web_search` tool to find relevant pages and synthesizes
+an answer. This "grounding" process ensures the agent isn't hallucinating
+features that don't exist.
+
+**Prompt:** `Find the documentation for the 'React Router v7' loader API.`
+
+## How to fetch deep context
+
+Search gives you a summary, but sometimes you need the raw details. The
+`web_fetch` tool lets you feed a specific URL directly into the agent's context.
+
+### Scenario: Reading a blog post
+
+You found a blog post with the exact solution to your bug.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Read https://example.com/fixing-memory-leaks and explain how to apply it to my code.`
+
+Gemini will retrieve the page content (stripping away ads and navigation) and
+use it to answer your question.
+
+### Scenario: Comparing sources
+
+You can even fetch multiple pages to compare approaches.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`Compare the pagination patterns in https://api.example.com/v1/docs and https://api.example.com/v2/docs.`
+
+## How to apply knowledge to code
+
+The real power comes when you combine web tools with file editing.
+
+**Workflow:**
+
+1.  **Search:** "How do I implement auth with Supabase?"
+2.  **Fetch:** "Read this guide: https://supabase.com/docs/guides/auth."
+3.  **Implement:** "Great. Now use that pattern to create an `auth.ts` file in
+    my project."
+
+## How to troubleshoot errors
+
+When you hit an obscure error message, paste it into the chat.
+
+**Prompt:**
+`I'm getting 'Error: hydration mismatch' in Next.js. Search for recent solutions.`
+
+The agent will search sources such as GitHub issues, StackOverflow, and forums
+to find relevant fixes that might be too new to be in its base training set.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore [File management](file-management.md) to see how to apply the code you
+  generate.
+- See the [Web search tool reference](../../tools/web-search.md) for citation
+  details.
+- See the [Web fetch tool reference](../../tools/web-fetch.md) for technical
+  limitations.
@@ -0,0 +1,137 @@
+# Core concepts
+
+This guide explains the fundamental concepts and terminology used throughout the
+Gemini CLI ecosystem. Understanding these terms will help you make the most of
+the tool's capabilities.
+
+## Approval mode
+
+**Approval mode** determines the level of autonomy you grant to the agent when
+executing tools.
+
+- **Default:** The agent asks for confirmation before performing any potentially
+  impactful action (like writing files or running shell commands).
+- **Auto-edit:** File modifications are applied automatically, but shell
+  commands still require confirmation.
+- **YOLO (You Only Look Once):** The agent runs all tools without asking for
+  permission. High risk, high speed.
+
+## Checkpointing
+
+**Checkpointing** is a safety feature that automatically snapshots your
+project's file state before the agent performs any destructive action (like
+writing a file).
+
+- **Snapshots:** Stored in a hidden Git repository (separate from your project's
+  Git history).
+- **Restore:** Allows you to instantly revert changes if the agent makes a
+  mistake, using the `/restore` command.
+
+## Context
+
+**Context** refers to the information the agent has about your current task and
+environment. Gemini CLI provides context through several mechanisms:
+
+- **Conversation history:** The chat log of the current session.
+- **Project context (`GEMINI.md`):** Persistent instructions and rules defined
+  in your project's root or subdirectories.
+- **File content:** Files you explicitly reference (e.g., `@src/app.ts`) or that
+  the agent reads using tools.
+- **Environment:** Information about your operating system, shell, and working
+  directory.
+
+Effective context management is key to getting accurate and relevant responses.
+
+## Extension
+
+An **Extension** is a pluggable package that adds new capabilities to Gemini
+CLI. Extensions can bundle:
+
+- **Skills:** Specialized procedural knowledge.
+- **MCP Servers:** Connections to external tools and data.
+- **Commands:** Custom slash commands.
+
+## Headless mode
+
+**Headless mode** refers to running Gemini CLI without the interactive terminal
+UI (TUI). This is used for scripting, automation, and piping data into or out of
+the agent.
+
+- **Interactive:** `gemini` (starts the REPL).
+- **Headless:** `gemini "Fix this file"` (runs once and exits).
+
+## Hook
+
+A **Hook** is a script or function that intercepts specific lifecycle events in
+the CLI.
+
+- **Use cases:** Logging tool usage, validating user input, or modifying the
+  agent's system prompt dynamically.
+- **Lifecycle:** Hooks can run before or after the agent starts, before tools
+  are executed, or after the session ends.
+
+## Model Context Protocol (MCP)
+
+The **Model Context Protocol (MCP)** is an open standard that allows Gemini CLI
+to connect to external data sources and tools.
+
+- **MCP Server:** A lightweight application that exposes resources (data) and
+  tools (functions) to the CLI.
+- **Use case:** Connecting Gemini to a PostgreSQL database, a GitHub repository,
+  or a Slack workspace without building custom integration logic into the CLI
+  core.
+
+## Policy engine
+
+The **Policy Engine** is the security subsystem that enforces rules on tool
+execution. It evaluates every tool call against your configuration (e.g.,
+[Trusted folders](#trusted-folders), allowed commands) to decide whether to:
+
+- Allow the action immediately.
+- Require user confirmation.
+- Block the action entirely.
+
+## Sandboxing
+
+**Sandboxing** is an optional security mode that isolates the agent's execution
+environment. When enabled, the agent runs inside a secure container (e.g.,
+Docker), preventing it from accessing sensitive files or system resources
+outside of the designated workspace.
+
+## Session
+
+A **Session** is a single continuous interaction thread with the agent.
+
+- **State:** Sessions maintain conversation history and short-term memory.
+- **Persistence:** Sessions are automatically saved, allowing you to pause,
+  resume, or rewind them later.
+
+## Skill
+
+A **Skill** (or **Agent Skill**) is a package of specialized expertise that the
+agent can load on demand. Unlike general context, a skill provides specific
+procedural knowledge for a distinct task.
+
+- **Example:** A "Code Reviewer" skill might contain a checklist of security
+  vulnerabilities to look for and a specific format for reporting findings.
+- **Activation:** Skills are typically activated dynamically when the agent
+  recognizes a matching request.
+
+## Tool
+
+A **Tool** is a specific function or capability that the agent can execute.
+Tools allow the AI to interact with the outside world.
+
+- **Built-in tools:** Core capabilities like `read_file`, `run_shell_command`,
+  and `google_web_search`.
+- **MCP tools:** External tools provided by
+  [MCP servers](#model-context-protocol-mcp).
+
+When the agent uses a tool, it pauses generation, executes the code, and feeds
+the output back into its context window.
+
+## Trusted folders
+
+**Trusted folders** are specific directories you have explicitly authorized the
+agent to access without repeated confirmation prompts. This is a key component
+of the [Policy engine](#policy-engine) to balance security and usability.
@@ -119,9 +119,17 @@ 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`). 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.
+(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).

 ## Rule matching

@@ -200,9 +208,11 @@ commandPrefix = "git "

 # (Optional) A regex to match against the entire shell command.
 # This is also syntactic sugar for `toolName = "run_shell_command"`.
-# Note: This pattern is tested against the JSON representation of the arguments (e.g., `{"command":"<your_command>"}`), so anchors like `^` or `$` will apply to the full JSON string, not just the command text.
+# Note: This pattern is tested against the JSON representation of the arguments (e.g., `{"command":"<your_command>"}`).
+# Because it prepends `"command":"`, it effectively matches from the start of the command.
+# Anchors like `^` or `$` apply to the full JSON string, so `^` should usually be avoided here.
 # You cannot use commandPrefix and commandRegex in the same rule.
-commandRegex = "^git (commit|push)"
+commandRegex = "git (commit|push)"

 # The decision to take. Must be "allow", "deny", or "ask_user".
 decision = "ask_user"
@@ -303,3 +313,5 @@ out-of-the-box experience.
 - 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
@@ -116,7 +116,7 @@ description: Specialized in finding security vulnerabilities in code.
 kind: local
 tools:
  - read_file
-  - search_file_content
+  - grep_search
 model: gemini-2.5-pro
 temperature: 0.2
 max_turns: 10
@@ -146,8 +146,8 @@ it yourself; just report it.
 | `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.                                         |
-| `timeout_mins` | number | No       | Maximum execution time in minutes.                                                                                         |
+| `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

@@ -179,9 +179,6 @@ 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.
@@ -166,19 +166,21 @@ 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):
+- **`allowedTools`** (array of strings) [DEPRECATED]:
  - **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`.
+    match semantics are the same as `coreTools`. **Deprecated**: Use the
+    [Policy Engine](../core/policy-engine.md) instead.
  - **Example:** `"allowedTools": ["ShellTool(git status)"]`.

- **`excludeTools`** (array of strings):
+- **`excludeTools`** (array of strings) [DEPRECATED]:
  - **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
@@ -215,14 +217,6 @@ 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"`
@@ -96,11 +96,14 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.

 <!-- SETTINGS-AUTOGEN:START -->

-#### `general`
+#### `policyPaths`

- **`general.previewFeatures`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enable preview features (e.g., preview models).
-  - **Default:** `false`
+- **`policyPaths`** (array):
+  - **Description:** Additional policy files or directories to load.
+  - **Default:** `[]`
+  - **Requires restart:** Yes
+
+#### `general`

 - **`general.preferredEditor`** (string):
  - **Description:** The preferred editor to open files in.
@@ -110,6 +113,17 @@ 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, and 'plan' is
+    read-only mode. 'yolo' is not supported yet.
+  - **Default:** `"default"`
+  - **Values:** `"default"`, `"auto_edit"`, `"plan"`
+
+- **`general.devtools`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable DevTools inspector on launch.
+  - **Default:** `false`
+
 - **`general.enableAutoUpdate`** (boolean):
  - **Description:** Enable automatic updates.
  - **Default:** `true`
@@ -143,8 +157,8 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
  - **Default:** `false`

 - **`general.sessionRetention.maxAge`** (string):
-  - **Description:** Maximum age of sessions to keep (e.g., "30d", "7d", "24h",
-    "1w")
+  - **Description:** Automatically delete chats older than this time period
+    (e.g., "30d", "7d", "24h", "1w")
  - **Default:** `undefined`

 - **`general.sessionRetention.maxCount`** (number):
@@ -156,6 +170,11 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
  - **Description:** Minimum retention period (safety limit, defaults to "1d")
  - **Default:** `"1d"`

+- **`general.sessionRetention.warningAcknowledged`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** INTERNAL: Whether the user has acknowledged the session
+    retention warning
+  - **Default:** `false`
+
 #### `output`

 - **`output.format`** (enum):
@@ -170,6 +189,15 @@ 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:** `{}`
@@ -179,6 +207,11 @@ 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
@@ -199,6 +232,10 @@ 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`
@@ -326,6 +363,12 @@ 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`
@@ -416,6 +459,12 @@ 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": {
@@ -471,7 +520,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
        }
      },
      "web-search": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {
          "generateContentConfig": {
            "tools": [
@@ -483,7 +532,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
        }
      },
      "web-fetch": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {
          "generateContentConfig": {
            "tools": [
@@ -495,25 +544,25 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
        }
      },
      "web-fetch-fallback": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {}
      },
      "loop-detection": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {}
      },
      "loop-detection-double-check": {
        "extends": "base",
        "modelConfig": {
-          "model": "gemini-2.5-pro"
+          "model": "gemini-3-pro-preview"
        }
      },
      "llm-edit-fixer": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {}
      },
      "next-speaker-checker": {
-        "extends": "gemini-2.5-flash-base",
+        "extends": "gemini-3-flash-base",
        "modelConfig": {}
      },
      "chat-compression-3-pro": {
@@ -543,7 +592,7 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.
      },
      "chat-compression-default": {
        "modelConfig": {
-          "model": "gemini-2.5-pro"
+          "model": "gemini-3-pro-preview"
        }
      }
    }
@@ -661,18 +710,6 @@ 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.approvalMode`** (enum):
-  - **Description:** The default approval mode for tool execution. 'default'
-    prompts for approval, 'auto_edit' auto-approves edit tools, and 'plan' is
-    read-only mode. 'yolo' is not supported yet.
-  - **Default:** `"default"`
-  - **Values:** `"default"`, `"auto_edit"`, `"plan"`
-
 - **`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
@@ -710,20 +747,10 @@ 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:** 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`
+  - **Description:** Maximum characters to show when truncating large tool
+    outputs. Set to 0 or negative to disable truncation.
+  - **Default:** `40000`
  - **Requires restart:** Yes

 - **`tools.disableLLMCorrection`** (boolean):
@@ -733,12 +760,6 @@ 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):
@@ -779,9 +800,16 @@ 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:** `false`
+  - **Default:** `true`
  - **Requires restart:** Yes

 - **`security.environmentVariableRedaction.allowed`** (array):
@@ -842,6 +870,28 @@ 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
@@ -855,12 +905,12 @@ their corresponding top-level category object in your `settings.json` file.

 - **`experimental.extensionConfig`** (boolean):
  - **Description:** Enable requesting and fetching of extension settings.
-  - **Default:** `false`
+  - **Default:** `true`
  - **Requires restart:** Yes

- **`experimental.enableEventDrivenScheduler`** (boolean):
-  - **Description:** Enables event-driven scheduler within the CLI session.
-  - **Default:** `true`
+- **`experimental.extensionRegistry`** (boolean):
+  - **Description:** Enable extension registry explore UI.
+  - **Default:** `false`
  - **Requires restart:** Yes

 - **`experimental.extensionReloading`** (boolean):
@@ -984,6 +1034,10 @@ 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`
@@ -1165,6 +1219,13 @@ 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.
@@ -1241,7 +1302,10 @@ 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.
-  - `strict`: Uses a strict profile that declines operations by default.
+  - `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.
  - `<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`).
@@ -1315,10 +1379,9 @@ for that specific session.
  - Specifies the Gemini model to use for this session.
  - Example: `npm start -- --model gemini-3-pro-preview`
 - **`--prompt <your_prompt>`** (**`-p <your_prompt>`**):
+  - **Deprecated:** Use positional arguments instead.
  - Used to pass a prompt directly to the command. This invokes Gemini CLI in a
    non-interactive mode.
-  - For scripting examples, use the `--output-format json` flag to get
-    structured output.
 - **`--prompt-interactive <your_prompt>`** (**`-i <your_prompt>`**):
  - Starts an interactive session with the provided prompt as the initial input.
  - The prompt is processed within the interactive session, not before it.
@@ -1,13 +1,18 @@
 # Gemini CLI examples

-Not sure where to get started with Gemini CLI? This document covers examples on
-how to use Gemini CLI for a variety of tasks.
+Gemini CLI helps you automate common engineering tasks by combining AI reasoning
+with local system tools. This document provides examples of how to use the CLI
+for file management, code analysis, and data transformation.

-**Note:** Results are examples intended to showcase potential use cases. Your
-results may vary.
+> **Note:** These examples demonstrate potential capabilities. Your actual
+> results can vary based on the model used and your project environment.

 ## Rename your photographs based on content

+You can use Gemini CLI to automate file management tasks that require visual
+analysis. In this example, Gemini CLI renames images based on their actual
+subject matter.
+
 Scenario: You have a folder containing the following files:

 ```bash
@@ -22,9 +27,9 @@ Give Gemini the following prompt:
 Rename the photos in my "photos" directory based on their contents.
 ```

-Result: Gemini will ask for permission to rename your files.
+Result: Gemini asks for permission to rename your files.

-Select **Allow once** and your files will be renamed:
+Select **Allow once** and your files are renamed:

 ```bash
 photos/yellow_flowers.png
@@ -34,6 +39,9 @@ photos/green_android_robot.png

 ## Explain a repository by reading its code

+Gemini CLI is effective for rapid codebase exploration. The following example
+shows how to ask Gemini CLI to fetch, analyze, and summarize a remote project.
+
 Scenario: You want to understand how a popular open-source utility works by
 inspecting its code, not just its README.

@@ -43,15 +51,14 @@ Give Gemini CLI the following prompt:
 Clone the 'chalk' repository from https://github.com/chalk/chalk, read its key source files, and explain how it works.
 ```

-Result: Gemini will perform a sequence of actions to answer your request.
+Result: Gemini performs a sequence of actions to answer your request.

-1.  First, it will ask for permission to run `git clone` to download the
-    repository.
-2.  Next, it will find the important source files and ask for permission to read
+1.  First, it asks for permission to run `git clone` to download the repository.
+2.  Next, it finds the important source files and asks for permission to read
    them.
-3.  Finally, after analyzing the code, it will provide a summary.
+3.  Finally, after analyzing the code, it provides a summary.

-Gemini CLI will return an explanation based on the actual source code:
+Gemini CLI returns an explanation based on the actual source code:

 ```markdown
 The `chalk` library is a popular npm package for styling terminal output with
@@ -74,25 +81,11 @@ colors. After analyzing the source code, here's how it works:

 ## Combine two spreadsheets into one spreadsheet

+Gemini CLI can process and transform data across multiple files. Use this
+capability to merge reports or reformat data sets without manual copying.
+
 Scenario: You have two .csv files: `Revenue - 2023.csv` and
-`Revenue - 2024.csv`. Each file contains monthly revenue figures, like so:
-
-```csv
-January,0
-February,0
-March,0
-April,900
-May,1000
-June,1000
-July,1200
-August,1800
-September,2000
-October,2400
-November,3400
-December,2100
-```
-
-You want to combine these two .csv files into a single .csv file.
+`Revenue - 2024.csv`. Each file contains monthly revenue figures.

 Give Gemini CLI the following prompt:

@@ -100,9 +93,8 @@ Give Gemini CLI the following prompt:
 Combine the two .csv files into a single .csv file, with each year a different column.
 ```

-Result: Gemini CLI will read each file and then ask for permission to write a
-new file. Provide your permission and Gemini CLI will provide the following
-.csv:
+Result: Gemini CLI reads each file and then asks for permission to write a new
+file. Provide your permission and Gemini CLI provides the combined data:

 ```csv
 Month,2023,2024
@@ -122,6 +114,10 @@ December,2100,9000

 ## Run unit tests

+Gemini CLI can generate boilerplate code and tests based on your existing
+implementation. This example demonstrates how to request code coverage for a
+JavaScript component.
+
 Scenario: You've written a simple login page. You wish to write unit tests to
 ensure that your login page has code coverage.

@@ -131,89 +127,13 @@ Give Gemini CLI the following prompt:
 Write unit tests for Login.js.
 ```

-Result: Gemini CLI will ask for permission to write a new file and create a test
-for your login page
+Result: Gemini CLI asks for permission to write a new file and creates a test
+for your login page.

-```javascript
-import React from 'react';
-import { render, fireEvent, waitFor } from '@testing-library/react';
-import Login from './Login';
+## Next steps

-// Mock the API call for login
-jest.mock('./api', () => ({
-  login: jest.fn(),
-}));
-
-describe('Login component', () => {
-  it('renders the login form correctly', () => {
-    const { getByLabelText, getByText } = render(<Login />);
-
-    expect(getByLabelText('Username')).toBeInTheDocument();
-    expect(getByLabelText('Password')).toBeInTheDocument();
-    expect(getByText('Login')).toBeInTheDocument();
-  });
-
-  it('shows an error message with invalid credentials', async () => {
-    const { getByLabelText, getByText, findByText } = render(<Login />);
-    const usernameInput = getByLabelText('Username');
-    const passwordInput = getByLabelText('Password');
-    const loginButton = getByText('Login');
-
-    // Mock the API to return an error
-    require('./api').login.mockRejectedValue(new Error('Invalid credentials'));
-
-    fireEvent.change(usernameInput, { target: { value: 'testuser' } });
-    fireEvent.change(passwordInput, { target: { value: 'wrongpassword' } });
-    fireEvent.click(loginButton);
-
-    const errorMessage = await findByText('Invalid credentials');
-    expect(errorMessage).toBeInTheDocument();
-  });
-
-  it('logs in successfully with valid credentials', async () => {
-    const onLoginSuccess = jest.fn();
-    const { getByLabelText, getByText } = render(
-      <Login onLoginSuccess={onLoginSuccess} />,
-    );
-    const usernameInput = getByLabelText('Username');
-    const passwordInput = getByLabelText('Password');
-    const loginButton = getByText('Login');
-
-    // Mock the API to return a success message
-    require('./api').login.mockResolvedValue({ success: true });
-
-    fireEvent.change(usernameInput, { target: { value: 'testuser' } });
-    fireEvent.change(passwordInput, { target: { value: 'correctpassword' } });
-    fireEvent.click(loginButton);
-
-    await waitFor(() => {
-      expect(onLoginSuccess).toHaveBeenCalled();
-    });
-  });
-
-  it('disables the submit button while submitting', async () => {
-    const { getByLabelText, getByText } = render(<Login />);
-    const usernameInput = getByLabelText('Username');
-    const passwordInput = getByLabelText('Password');
-    const loginButton = getByText('Login');
-
-    // Mock the API to have a delay
-    require('./api').login.mockImplementation(
-      () =>
-        new Promise((resolve) =>
-          setTimeout(() => resolve({ success: true }), 1000),
-        ),
-    );
-
-    fireEvent.change(usernameInput, { target: { value: 'testuser' } });
-    fireEvent.change(passwordInput, { target: { value: 'correctpassword' } });
-    fireEvent.click(loginButton);
-
-    expect(loginButton).toBeDisabled();
-
-    await waitFor(() => {
-      expect(loginButton).not.toBeDisabled();
-    });
-  });
-});
-```
+- Explore the [User guides](../cli/index.md#user-guides) for detailed
+  walkthroughs of common tasks.
+- Follow the [Quickstart](./index.md) to start your first session.
+- See the [Cheatsheet](../cli/cli-reference.md) for a quick reference of
+  available commands.
@@ -64,8 +64,10 @@ and more.

 To explore the power of Gemini CLI, see [Gemini CLI examples](./examples.md).

-## What's next?
+## Next steps

- Find out more about [Gemini CLI's tools](../tools/index.md).
- Review [Gemini CLI's commands](../cli/commands.md).
- Learn how to [get started with Gemini 3](./gemini-3.md).
+- Follow the [File management](../cli/tutorials/file-management.md) guide to
+  start working with your codebase.
+- See [Shell commands](../cli/tutorials/shell-commands.md) to learn about
+  terminal integration.
+- Explore the full range of [User guides](../cli/index.md#user-guides).
@@ -1,43 +1,98 @@
-# Gemini CLI installation, execution, and deployment
+# Gemini CLI installation, execution, and releases

-Install and run Gemini CLI. This document provides an overview of Gemini CLI's
-installation methods and deployment architecture.
+This document provides an overview of Gemini CLI's sytem requriements,
+installation methods, and release types.

-## How to install and/or run Gemini CLI
+## Recommended system specifications

-There are several ways to run Gemini CLI. The recommended option depends on how
-you intend to use 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**

- As a standard installation. This is the most straightforward method of using
-  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.
 - In a sandbox. This method offers increased security and isolation.
 - From the source. This is recommended for contributors to the project.

-### 1. Standard installation (recommended for standard users)
+### Run instantly with npx

-This is the recommended way for end-users to install Gemini CLI. It involves
-downloading the Gemini CLI package from the NPM registry.
+```bash
+# Using npx (no installation required)
+npx @google/gemini-cli
+```

- **Global install:**
+You can also execute the CLI directly from the main branch on GitHub, which is
+helpful for testing features still in development:

-  ```bash
-  npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
-  ```
+```bash
+npx https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli
+```

-  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)
+### 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.
@@ -56,7 +111,7 @@ the default way that the CLI executes tools that might have side effects.
  gemini --sandbox -y -p "your prompt here"
  ```

-### 3. Run from source (recommended for Gemini CLI contributors)
+### Run from source (recommended for Gemini CLI contributors)

 Contributors to the project will want to run the CLI directly from the source
 code.
@@ -79,63 +134,41 @@ code.
  gemini
  ```

---
+## Releases

-### 4. Running the latest Gemini CLI commit from GitHub
+Gemini CLI has three release channels: nightly, preview, and stable. For most
+users, we recommend the stable release, which is the default installation.

-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.
+### 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:

 ```bash
-# Execute the CLI directly from the main branch on GitHub
-npx https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli
+# Both commands install the latest stable release.
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@latest
 ```

-## Deployment architecture
+### Preview

-The execution methods described above are made possible by the following
-architectural components and processes:
+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:

-**NPM packages**
+```bash
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
+```

-Gemini CLI project is a monorepo that publishes two core packages to the NPM
-registry:
+### Nightly

- `@google/gemini-cli-core`: The backend, handling logic and tool execution.
- `@google/gemini-cli`: The user-facing frontend.
+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:

-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.
+```bash
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@nightly
+```
@@ -167,8 +167,8 @@ case is response validation and automatic retries.
  - `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.
-  - `clearContext`: If `true`, clears conversation history (LLM memory) while
-    preserving UI display.
+  - `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.

@@ -1,149 +1,146 @@
-# Welcome to Gemini CLI documentation
+# Gemini CLI documentation

-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 brings the power of Gemini models directly into your terminal. Use it
+to understand code, automate tasks, and build workflows with your local project
+context.

-## Gemini CLI overview
+## Install

-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`.
+```bash
+npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
+```

-## Navigating the documentation
+## Get started

-This documentation is organized into the following sections:
+Jump in to Gemini CLI.

-### Overview
+- **[Quickstart](./get-started/index.md):** Your first session with Gemini CLI.
+- **[Installation](./get-started/installation.md):** How to install Gemini CLI
+  on your system.
+- **[Authentication](./get-started/authentication.md):** Setup instructions for
+  personal and enterprise accounts.
+- **[Examples](./get-started/examples.md):** Practical examples of Gemini CLI in
+  action.
+- **[Cheatsheet](./cli/cli-reference.md):** A quick reference for common
+  commands and options.

- **[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.
+## Use Gemini CLI

-### Get started
+User-focused guides and tutorials for daily development workflows.

- **[Gemini CLI quickstart](./get-started/index.md):** Let's get started with
-  Gemini CLI.
- **[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.
+- **[File management](./cli/tutorials/file-management.md):** How to work with
+  local files and directories.
+- **[Manage context and memory](./cli/tutorials/memory-management.md):**
+  Managing persistent instructions and facts.
+- **[Execute shell commands](./cli/tutorials/shell-commands.md):** Executing
+  system commands safely.
+- **[Manage sessions and history](./cli/tutorials/session-management.md):**
+  Resuming, managing, and rewinding conversations.
+- **[Plan tasks with todos](./cli/tutorials/task-planning.md):** Using todos for
+  complex workflows.
+- **[Web search and fetch](./cli/tutorials/web-tools.md):** Searching and
+  fetching content from the web.
+- **[Get started with skills](./cli/tutorials/skills-getting-started.md):**
+  Getting started with specialized expertise.

-### CLI
+## Features

- **[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):** 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.
+Technical reference documentation for each capability of Gemini CLI.

-### Core
+- **[/about](./cli/commands.md#about):** About Gemini CLI.
+- **[/auth](./get-started/authentication.md):** Authentication.
+- **[/bug](./cli/commands.md#bug):** Report a bug.
+- **[/chat](./cli/commands.md#chat):** Chat history.
+- **[/clear](./cli/commands.md#clear):** Clear screen.
+- **[/compress](./cli/commands.md#compress):** Compress context.
+- **[/copy](./cli/commands.md#copy):** Copy output.
+- **[/directory](./cli/commands.md#directory-or-dir):** Manage workspace.
+- **[/docs](./cli/commands.md#docs):** Open documentation.
+- **[/editor](./cli/commands.md#editor):** Select editor.
+- **[/extensions](./extensions/index.md):** Manage extensions.
+- **[/help](./cli/commands.md#help-or):** Show help.
+- **[/hooks](./hooks/index.md):** Hooks.
+- **[/ide](./ide-integration/index.md):** IDE integration.
+- **[/init](./cli/commands.md#init):** Initialize context.
+- **[/mcp](./tools/mcp-server.md):** MCP servers.
+- **[/memory](./cli/commands.md#memory):** Manage memory.
+- **[/model](./cli/model.md):** Model selection.
+- **[/policies](./cli/commands.md#policies):** Manage policies.
+- **[/privacy](./cli/commands.md#privacy):** Privacy notice.
+- **[/quit](./cli/commands.md#quit-or-exit):** Exit CLI.
+- **[/restore](./cli/checkpointing.md):** Restore files.
+- **[/resume](./cli/commands.md#resume):** Resume session.
+- **[/rewind](./cli/rewind.md):** Rewind.
+- **[/settings](./cli/settings.md):** Settings.
+- **[/setup-github](./cli/commands.md#setup-github):** GitHub setup.
+- **[/shells](./cli/commands.md#shells-or-bashes):** Manage processes.
+- **[/skills](./cli/skills.md):** Agent skills.
+- **[/stats](./cli/commands.md#stats):** Session statistics.
+- **[/terminal-setup](./cli/commands.md#terminal-setup):** Terminal keybindings.
+- **[/theme](./cli/themes.md):** Themes.
+- **[/tools](./cli/commands.md#tools):** List tools.
+- **[/vim](./cli/commands.md#vim):** Vim mode.
+- **[Activate skill (tool)](./tools/activate-skill.md):** Internal mechanism for
+  loading expert procedures.
+- **[Ask user (tool)](./tools/ask-user.md):** Internal dialog system for
+  clarification.
+- **[Checkpointing](./cli/checkpointing.md):** Automatic session snapshots.
+- **[File system (tool)](./tools/file-system.md):** Technical details for local
+  file operations.
+- **[Headless mode](./cli/headless.md):** Programmatic and scripting interface.
+- **[Internal documentation (tool)](./tools/internal-docs.md):** Technical
+  lookup for CLI features.
+- **[Memory (tool)](./tools/memory.md):** Storage details for persistent facts.
+- **[Model routing](./cli/model-routing.md):** Automatic fallback resilience.
+- **[Plan mode (experimental)](./cli/plan-mode.md):** Use a safe, read-only mode
+  for planning complex changes.
+- **[Sandboxing](./cli/sandbox.md):** Isolate tool execution.
+- **[Shell (tool)](./tools/shell.md):** Detailed system execution parameters.
+- **[Telemetry](./cli/telemetry.md):** Usage and performance metric details.
+- **[Todo (tool)](./tools/todos.md):** Progress tracking specification.
+- **[Token caching](./cli/token-caching.md):** Performance optimization.
+- **[Web fetch (tool)](./tools/web-fetch.md):** URL retrieval and extraction
+  details.
+- **[Web search (tool)](./tools/web-search.md):** Google Search integration
+  technicals.

- **[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`.
+## Configuration

- **[Policy Engine](./core/policy-engine.md):** Use the Policy Engine for
-  fine-grained control over tool execution.
+Settings and customization options for Gemini CLI.

-### Tools
+- **[Custom commands](./cli/custom-commands.md):** Personalized shortcuts.
+- **[Enterprise configuration](./cli/enterprise.md):** Professional environment
+  controls.
+- **[Ignore files (.geminiignore)](./cli/gemini-ignore.md):** Exclusion pattern
+  reference.
+- **[Model configuration](./cli/generation-settings.md):** Fine-tune generation
+  parameters like temperature and thinking budget.
+- **[Project context (GEMINI.md)](./cli/gemini-md.md):** Technical hierarchy of
+  context files.
+- **[Settings](./cli/settings.md):** Full configuration reference.
+- **[System prompt override](./cli/system-prompt.md):** Instruction replacement
+  logic.
+- **[Themes](./cli/themes.md):** UI personalization technical guide.
+- **[Trusted folders](./cli/trusted-folders.md):** Security permission logic.

- **[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.
+## Reference

-### Extensions
+Deep technical documentation and API specifications.

- **[Introduction: Extensions](./extensions/index.md):** How to extend the CLI
-  with new functionality.
- **[Writing extensions](./extensions/writing-extensions.md):** Learn how to
-  build your own extension.
- **[Extension releasing](./extensions/releasing.md):** How to release Gemini
-  CLI extensions.
+- **[Architecture overview](./architecture.md):** System design and components.
+- **[Command reference](./cli/commands.md):** Detailed slash command guide.
+- **[Configuration reference](./get-started/configuration.md):** Settings and
+  environment variables.
+- **[Core concepts](./core/concepts.md):** Fundamental terminology and
+  definitions.
+- **[Keyboard shortcuts](./cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md):** Productivity tips.
+- **[Policy engine](./core/policy-engine.md):** Fine-grained execution control.

-### Hooks
+## Resources

- **[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.
+Support, release history, and legal information.

-### 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!
+- **[FAQ](./faq.md):** Answers to frequently asked questions.
+- **[Changelogs](./changelogs/index.md):** Highlights and notable changes.
+- **[Quota and pricing](./quota-and-pricing.md):** Limits and billing details.
+- **[Terms and privacy](./tos-privacy.md):** Official notices and terms.
@@ -7,103 +7,190 @@
      { "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": "CLI cheatsheet", "slug": "docs/cli/cli-reference" },
+      { "label": "Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI", "slug": "docs/get-started/gemini-3" }
    ]
  },
  {
    "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": "Todos", "slug": "docs/tools/todos" },
-      { "label": "Web search and fetch", "slug": "docs/tools/web-search" }
+      {
+        "label": "File management",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/file-management"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Manage context and memory",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/memory-management"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Execute shell commands",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/shell-commands"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Manage sessions and history",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/session-management"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Plan tasks with todos",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/task-planning"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Web search and fetch",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/web-tools"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Get started with skills",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/skills-getting-started"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "Set up an MCP server",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/mcp-setup"
+      },
+      { "label": "Automate tasks", "slug": "docs/cli/tutorials/automation" }
+    ]
+  },
+  {
+    "label": "Features",
+    "items": [
+      {
+        "label": "/about - About Gemini CLI",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#about"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/auth - Authentication",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/authentication"
+      },
+      { "label": "/bug - Report a bug", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#bug" },
+      { "label": "/chat - Chat history", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#chat" },
+      { "label": "/clear - Clear screen", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#clear" },
+      {
+        "label": "/compress - Compress context",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#compress"
+      },
+      { "label": "/copy - Copy output", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#copy" },
+      {
+        "label": "/directory - Manage workspace",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#directory-or-dir"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/docs - Open documentation",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#docs"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/editor - Select editor",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#editor"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/extensions - Manage extensions",
+        "slug": "docs/extensions/index"
+      },
+      { "label": "/help - Show help", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#help-or" },
+      { "label": "/hooks - Hooks", "slug": "docs/hooks" },
+      { "label": "/ide - IDE integration", "slug": "docs/ide-integration" },
+      {
+        "label": "/init - Initialize context",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#init"
+      },
+      { "label": "/mcp - MCP servers", "slug": "docs/tools/mcp-server" },
+
+      {
+        "label": "/memory - Manage memory",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#memory"
+      },
+      { "label": "/model - Model selection", "slug": "docs/cli/model" },
+      {
+        "label": "/policies - Manage policies",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#policies"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/privacy - Privacy notice",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#privacy"
+      },
+      { "label": "/quit - Exit CLI", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#quit-or-exit" },
+      { "label": "/restore - Restore files", "slug": "docs/cli/checkpointing" },
+      {
+        "label": "/resume - Resume session",
+
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#resume"
+      },
+      { "label": "/rewind - Rewind", "slug": "docs/cli/rewind" },
+      { "label": "/settings - Settings", "slug": "docs/cli/settings" },
+      {
+        "label": "/setup-github - GitHub setup",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#setup-github"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/shells - Manage processes",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#shells-or-bashes"
+      },
+      { "label": "/skills - Agent skills", "slug": "docs/cli/skills" },
+      {
+        "label": "/stats - Session statistics",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#stats"
+      },
+      {
+        "label": "/terminal-setup - Terminal keybindings",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/commands#terminal-setup"
+      },
+      { "label": "/theme - Themes", "slug": "docs/cli/themes" },
+      { "label": "/tools - List tools", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#tools" },
+      { "label": "/vim - Vim mode", "slug": "docs/cli/commands#vim" },
+
+      {
+        "label": "Activate skill (tool)",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/activate-skill"
+      },
+      { "label": "Ask user (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/ask-user" },
+      { "label": "Checkpointing", "slug": "docs/cli/checkpointing" },
+      { "label": "File system (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/file-system" },
+      { "label": "Headless mode", "slug": "docs/cli/headless" },
+      {
+        "label": "Internal documentation (tool)",
+        "slug": "docs/tools/internal-docs"
+      },
+      { "label": "Memory (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/memory" },
+      { "label": "Model routing", "slug": "docs/cli/model-routing" },
+      { "label": "Plan mode (experimental)", "slug": "docs/cli/plan-mode" },
+      { "label": "Sandboxing", "slug": "docs/cli/sandbox" },
+      { "label": "Shell (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/shell" },
+      { "label": "Telemetry", "slug": "docs/cli/telemetry" },
+      { "label": "Todo (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/todos" },
+      { "label": "Token caching", "slug": "docs/cli/token-caching" },
+      { "label": "Web fetch (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/web-fetch" },
+      { "label": "Web search (tool)", "slug": "docs/tools/web-search" }
    ]
  },
  {
    "label": "Configuration",
    "items": [
+      { "label": "Custom commands", "slug": "docs/cli/custom-commands" },
+      { "label": "Enterprise configuration", "slug": "docs/cli/enterprise" },
      {
        "label": "Ignore files (.geminiignore)",
        "slug": "docs/cli/gemini-ignore"
      },
-      { "label": "Model selection", "slug": "docs/cli/model" },
+      {
+        "label": "Model configuration",
+        "slug": "docs/cli/generation-settings"
+      },
+      { "label": "Project context (GEMINI.md)", "slug": "docs/cli/gemini-md" },
      { "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": "Advanced features",
-    "items": [
-      { "label": "Checkpointing", "slug": "docs/cli/checkpointing" },
-      { "label": "Custom commands", "slug": "docs/cli/custom-commands" },
-      { "label": "Enterprise features", "slug": "docs/cli/enterprise" },
-      { "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": "Themes", "slug": "docs/cli/themes" },
+      { "label": "Trusted folders", "slug": "docs/cli/trusted-folders" }
    ]
  },
  {
    "label": "Extensions",
    "items": [
-      {
-        "label": "Introduction",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions"
-      },
+      { "label": "Introduction", "slug": "docs/extensions" },
      {
        "label": "Writing extensions",
        "slug": "docs/extensions/writing-extensions"
      },
-      {
-        "label": "Extensions reference",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/reference"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Best practices",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/best-practices"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Extensions releasing",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/releasing"
-      }
-    ]
-  },
-  {
-    "label": "Ecosystem and extensibility",
-    "items": [
-      { "label": "Agent skills", "slug": "docs/cli/skills" },
-      {
-        "label": "Creating Agent skills",
-        "slug": "docs/cli/creating-skills"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Sub-agents (experimental)",
-        "slug": "docs/core/subagents"
-      },
-      {
-        "label": "Remote subagents (experimental)",
-        "slug": "docs/core/remote-agents"
-      },
-      { "label": "Hooks", "slug": "docs/hooks" },
-      { "label": "IDE integration", "slug": "docs/ide-integration" },
-      { "label": "MCP servers", "slug": "docs/tools/mcp-server" }
-    ]
-  },
-  {
-    "label": "Tutorials",
-    "items": [
-      {
-        "label": "Get started with extensions",
-        "slug": "docs/extensions/writing-extensions"
-      },
-      { "label": "How to write hooks", "slug": "docs/hooks/writing-hooks" }
+      { "label": "Reference", "slug": "docs/extensions/reference" },
+      { "label": "Best practices", "slug": "docs/extensions/best-practices" },
+      { "label": "Releasing", "slug": "docs/extensions/releasing" }
    ]
  },
  {
@@ -111,7 +198,11 @@
    "items": [
      { "label": "Architecture", "slug": "docs/architecture" },
      { "label": "Command reference", "slug": "docs/cli/commands" },
-      { "label": "Configuration", "slug": "docs/get-started/configuration" },
+      {
+        "label": "Configuration reference",
+        "slug": "docs/get-started/configuration"
+      },
+      { "label": "Core concepts", "slug": "docs/core/concepts" },
      { "label": "Keyboard shortcuts", "slug": "docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts" },
      { "label": "Memory import processor", "slug": "docs/core/memport" },
      { "label": "Policy engine", "slug": "docs/core/policy-engine" },
@@ -123,14 +214,6 @@
    "items": [
      { "label": "FAQ", "slug": "docs/faq" },
      { "label": "Quota and pricing", "slug": "docs/quota-and-pricing" },
-      {
-        "label": "Releases",
-        "items": [
-          { "label": "Release notes", "slug": "docs/changelogs/" },
-          { "label": "Stable release", "slug": "docs/changelogs/latest" },
-          { "label": "Preview release", "slug": "docs/changelogs/preview" }
-        ]
-      },
      { "label": "Terms and privacy", "slug": "docs/tos-privacy" },
      { "label": "Troubleshooting", "slug": "docs/troubleshooting" },
      { "label": "Uninstall", "slug": "docs/cli/uninstall" }
@@ -148,5 +231,13 @@
      { "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" }
+    ]
  }
 ]
@@ -0,0 +1,43 @@
+# Activate skill tool (`activate_skill`)
+
+The `activate_skill` tool lets Gemini CLI load specialized procedural expertise
+and resources when they are relevant to your request.
+
+## Description
+
+Skills are packages of instructions and tools designed for specific engineering
+tasks, such as reviewing code or creating pull requests. Gemini CLI uses this
+tool to "activate" a skill, which provides it with detailed guidelines and
+specialized tools tailored to that task.
+
+### Arguments
+
+`activate_skill` takes one argument:
+
+- `name` (enum, required): The name of the skill to activate (for example,
+  `code-reviewer`, `pr-creator`, or `docs-writer`).
+
+## Usage
+
+The `activate_skill` tool is used exclusively by the Gemini agent. You cannot
+invoke this tool manually.
+
+When the agent identifies that a task matches a discovered skill, it requests to
+activate that skill. Once activated, the agent's behavior is guided by the
+skill's specific instructions until the task is complete.
+
+## Behavior
+
+The agent uses this tool to provide professional-grade assistance:
+
+- **Specialized logic:** Skills contain expert-level procedures for complex
+  workflows.
+- **Dynamic capability:** Activating a skill can grant the agent access to new,
+  task-specific tools.
+- **Contextual awareness:** Skills help the agent focus on the most relevant
+  standards and conventions for a particular task.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Learn how to [Use Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md).
+- See the [Creating Agent Skills](../cli/creating-skills.md) guide.
@@ -0,0 +1,95 @@
+# Ask User Tool
+
+The `ask_user` tool lets Gemini CLI 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"
+    }
+  ]
+}
+```
@@ -1,99 +1,49 @@
-# Gemini CLI file system tools
+# File system tools reference

-The Gemini CLI provides a comprehensive suite of tools for interacting with the
-local file system. These tools allow the Gemini model to read from, write to,
-list, search, and modify files and directories, all under your control and
-typically with confirmation for sensitive operations.
+The Gemini CLI core provides a suite of tools for interacting with the local
+file system. These tools allow the model to explore and modify your codebase.

-**Note:** All file system tools operate within a `rootDirectory` (usually the
-current working directory where you launched the CLI) for security. Paths that
-you provide to these tools are generally expected to be absolute or are resolved
-relative to this root directory.
+## Technical reference

-## 1. `list_directory` (ReadFolder)
+All file system tools operate within a `rootDirectory` (the current working
+directory or workspace root) for security.

-`list_directory` lists the names of files and subdirectories directly within a
-specified directory path. It can optionally ignore entries matching provided
-glob patterns.
+### `list_directory` (ReadFolder)
+
+Lists the names of files and subdirectories directly within a specified path.

 - **Tool name:** `list_directory`
- **Display name:** ReadFolder
- **File:** `ls.ts`
- **Parameters:**
-  - `path` (string, required): The absolute path to the directory to list.
-  - `ignore` (array of strings, optional): A list of glob patterns to exclude
-    from the listing (e.g., `["*.log", ".git"]`).
-  - `respect_git_ignore` (boolean, optional): Whether to respect `.gitignore`
-    patterns when listing files. Defaults to `true`.
- **Behavior:**
-  - Returns a list of file and directory names.
-  - Indicates whether each entry is a directory.
-  - Sorts entries with directories first, then alphabetically.
- **Output (`llmContent`):** A string like:
-  `Directory listing for /path/to/your/folder:\n[DIR] subfolder1\nfile1.txt\nfile2.png`
- **Confirmation:** No.
+- **Arguments:**
+  - `dir_path` (string, required): Absolute or relative path to the directory.
+  - `ignore` (array, optional): Glob patterns to exclude.
+  - `file_filtering_options` (object, optional): Configuration for `.gitignore`
+    and `.geminiignore` compliance.

-## 2. `read_file` (ReadFile)
+### `read_file` (ReadFile)

-`read_file` reads and returns the content of a specified file. This tool handles
-text, images (PNG, JPG, GIF, WEBP, SVG, BMP), audio files (MP3, WAV, AIFF, AAC,
-OGG, FLAC), and PDF files. For text files, it can read specific line ranges.
-Other binary file types are generally skipped.
+Reads and returns the content of a specific file. Supports text, images, audio,
+and PDF.

 - **Tool name:** `read_file`
- **Display name:** ReadFile
- **File:** `read-file.ts`
- **Parameters:**
-  - `path` (string, required): The absolute path to the file to read.
-  - `offset` (number, optional): For text files, the 0-based line number to
-    start reading from. Requires `limit` to be set.
-  - `limit` (number, optional): For text files, the maximum number of lines to
-    read. If omitted, reads a default maximum (e.g., 2000 lines) or the entire
-    file if feasible.
- **Behavior:**
-  - For text files: Returns the content. If `offset` and `limit` are used,
-    returns only that slice of lines. Indicates if content was truncated due to
-    line limits or line length limits.
-  - For image, audio, and PDF files: Returns the file content as a
-    base64-encoded data structure suitable for model consumption.
-  - For other binary files: Attempts to identify and skip them, returning a
-    message indicating it's a generic binary file.
- **Output:** (`llmContent`):
-  - For text files: The file content, potentially prefixed with a truncation
-    message (e.g.,
-    `[File content truncated: showing lines 1-100 of 500 total lines...]\nActual file content...`).
-  - For image/audio/PDF files: An object containing `inlineData` with `mimeType`
-    and base64 `data` (e.g.,
-    `{ inlineData: { mimeType: 'image/png', data: 'base64encodedstring' } }`).
-  - For other binary files: A message like
-    `Cannot display content of binary file: /path/to/data.bin`.
- **Confirmation:** No.
+- **Arguments:**
+  - `file_path` (string, required): Path to the file.
+  - `offset` (number, optional): Start line for text files (0-based).
+  - `limit` (number, optional): Maximum lines to read.

-## 3. `write_file` (WriteFile)
+### `write_file` (WriteFile)

-`write_file` writes content to a specified file. If the file exists, it will be
-overwritten. If the file doesn't exist, it (and any necessary parent
-directories) will be created.
+Writes content to a specified file, overwriting it if it exists or creating it
+if not.

 - **Tool name:** `write_file`
- **Display name:** WriteFile
- **File:** `write-file.ts`
- **Parameters:**
-  - `file_path` (string, required): The absolute path to the file to write to.
-  - `content` (string, required): The content to write into the file.
- **Behavior:**
-  - Writes the provided `content` to the `file_path`.
-  - Creates parent directories if they don't exist.
- **Output (`llmContent`):** A success message, e.g.,
-  `Successfully overwrote file: /path/to/your/file.txt` or
-  `Successfully created and wrote to new file: /path/to/new/file.txt`.
- **Confirmation:** Yes. Shows a diff of changes and asks for user approval
-  before writing.
+- **Arguments:**
+  - `file_path` (string, required): Path to the file.
+  - `content` (string, required): Data to write.
+- **Confirmation:** Requires manual user approval.

-## 4. `glob` (FindFiles)
+### `glob` (FindFiles)

-`glob` finds files matching specific glob patterns (e.g., `src/**/*.ts`,
-`*.md`), returning absolute paths sorted by modification time (newest first).
+Finds files matching specific glob patterns across the workspace.

 - **Tool name:** `glob`
 - **Display name:** FindFiles
@@ -117,14 +67,13 @@ 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. `search_file_content` (SearchText)
+## 5. `grep_search` (SearchText)

-`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.
+`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.

- **Tool name:** `search_file_content`
+- **Tool name:** `grep_search`
 - **Display name:** SearchText
 - **File:** `grep.ts`
 - **Parameters:**
@@ -162,56 +111,16 @@ This tool is designed for precise, targeted changes and requires significant
 context around the `old_string` to ensure it modifies the correct location.

 - **Tool name:** `replace`
- **Display name:** Edit
- **File:** `edit.ts`
- **Parameters:**
-  - `file_path` (string, required): The absolute path to the file to modify.
-  - `old_string` (string, required): The exact literal text to replace.
+- **Arguments:**
+  - `file_path` (string, required): Path to the file.
+  - `instruction` (string, required): Semantic description of the change.
+  - `old_string` (string, required): Exact literal text to find.
+  - `new_string` (string, required): Exact literal text to replace with.
+- **Confirmation:** Requires manual user approval.

-    **CRITICAL:** This string must uniquely identify the single instance to
-    change. It should include at least 3 lines of context _before_ and _after_
-    the target text, matching whitespace and indentation precisely. If
-    `old_string` is empty, the tool attempts to create a new file at `file_path`
-    with `new_string` as content.
+## Next steps

-  - `new_string` (string, required): The exact literal text to replace
-    `old_string` with.
-  - `expected_replacements` (number, optional): The number of occurrences to
-    replace. Defaults to `1`.
-
- **Behavior:**
-  - If `old_string` is empty and `file_path` does not exist, creates a new file
-    with `new_string` as content.
-  - If `old_string` is provided, it reads the `file_path` and attempts to find
-    exactly one occurrence of `old_string`.
-  - If one occurrence is found, it replaces it with `new_string`.
-  - **Enhanced reliability (multi-stage edit correction):** To significantly
-    improve the success rate of edits, especially when the model-provided
-    `old_string` might not be perfectly precise, the tool incorporates a
-    multi-stage edit correction mechanism.
-    - If the initial `old_string` isn't found or matches multiple locations, the
-      tool can leverage the Gemini model to iteratively refine `old_string` (and
-      potentially `new_string`).
-    - This self-correction process attempts to identify the unique segment the
-      model intended to modify, making the `replace` operation more robust even
-      with slightly imperfect initial context.
- **Failure conditions:** Despite the correction mechanism, the tool will fail
-  if:
-  - `file_path` is not absolute or is outside the root directory.
-  - `old_string` is not empty, but the `file_path` does not exist.
-  - `old_string` is empty, but the `file_path` already exists.
-  - `old_string` is not found in the file after attempts to correct it.
-  - `old_string` is found multiple times, and the self-correction mechanism
-    cannot resolve it to a single, unambiguous match.
- **Output (`llmContent`):**
-  - On success:
-    `Successfully modified file: /path/to/file.txt (1 replacements).` or
-    `Created new file: /path/to/new_file.txt with provided content.`
-  - On failure: An error message explaining the reason (e.g.,
-    `Failed to edit, 0 occurrences found...`,
-    `Failed to edit, expected 1 occurrences but found 2...`).
- **Confirmation:** Yes. Shows a diff of the proposed changes and asks for user
-  approval before writing to the file.
-
-These file system tools provide a foundation for the Gemini CLI to understand
-and interact with your local project context.
+- Follow the [File management tutorial](../cli/tutorials/file-management.md) for
+  practical examples.
+- Learn about [Trusted folders](../cli/trusted-folders.md) to manage access
+  permissions.
@@ -1,98 +1,102 @@
 # Gemini CLI tools

-The Gemini CLI includes built-in tools that the Gemini model uses to interact
-with your local environment, access information, and perform actions. These
-tools enhance the CLI's capabilities, enabling it to go beyond text generation
-and assist with a wide range of tasks.
+Gemini CLI uses tools to interact with your local environment, access
+information, and perform actions on your behalf. These tools extend the model's
+capabilities beyond text generation, letting it read files, execute commands,
+and search the web.

-## Overview of Gemini CLI tools
+## User-triggered tools

-In the context of the Gemini CLI, tools are specific functions or modules that
-the Gemini model can request to be executed. For example, if you ask Gemini to
-"Summarize the contents of `my_document.txt`," the model will likely identify
-the need to read that file and will request the execution of the `read_file`
-tool.
+You can directly trigger these tools using special syntax in your prompts.

-The core component (`packages/core`) manages these tools, presents their
-definitions (schemas) to the Gemini model, executes them when requested, and
-returns the results to the model for further processing into a user-facing
-response.
+- **[File access](./file-system.md#read_many_files) (`@`):** Use the `@` symbol
+  followed by a file or directory path to include its content in your prompt.
+  This triggers the `read_many_files` tool.
+- **[Shell commands](./shell.md) (`!`):** Use the `!` symbol followed by a
+  system command to execute it directly. This triggers the `run_shell_command`
+  tool.

-These tools provide the following capabilities:
+## Model-triggered tools

- **Access local information:** Tools allow Gemini to access your local file
-  system, read file contents, list directories, etc.
- **Execute commands:** With tools like `run_shell_command`, Gemini can run
-  shell commands (with appropriate safety measures and user confirmation).
- **Interact with the web:** Tools can fetch content from URLs.
- **Take actions:** Tools can modify files, write new files, or perform other
-  actions on your system (again, typically with safeguards).
- **Ground responses:** By using tools to fetch real-time or specific local
-  data, Gemini's responses can be more accurate, relevant, and grounded in your
-  actual context.
+The Gemini model automatically requests these tools when it needs to perform
+specific actions or gather information to fulfill your requests. You do not call
+these tools manually.

-## How to use Gemini CLI tools
+### File management

-To use Gemini CLI tools, provide a prompt to the Gemini CLI. The process works
-as follows:
+These tools let the model explore and modify your local codebase.

-1.  You provide a prompt to the Gemini CLI.
-2.  The CLI sends the prompt to the core.
-3.  The core, along with your prompt and conversation history, sends a list of
-    available tools and their descriptions/schemas to the Gemini API.
-4.  The Gemini model analyzes your request. If it determines that a tool is
-    needed, its response will include a request to execute a specific tool with
-    certain parameters.
-5.  The core receives this tool request, validates it, and (often after user
-    confirmation for sensitive operations) executes the tool.
-6.  The output from the tool is sent back to the Gemini model.
-7.  The Gemini model uses the tool's output to formulate its final answer, which
-    is then sent back through the core to the CLI and displayed to you.
+- **[Directory listing](./file-system.md#list_directory) (`list_directory`):**
+  Lists files and subdirectories.
+- **[File reading](./file-system.md#read_file) (`read_file`):** Reads the
+  content of a specific file.
+- **[File writing](./file-system.md#write_file) (`write_file`):** Creates or
+  overwrites a file with new content.
+- **[File search](./file-system.md#glob) (`glob`):** Finds files matching a glob
+  pattern.
+- **[Text search](./file-system.md#search_file_content)
+  (`search_file_content`):** Searches for text within files using grep or
+  ripgrep.
+- **[Text replacement](./file-system.md#replace) (`replace`):** Performs precise
+  edits within a file.

-You will typically see messages in the CLI indicating when a tool is being
-called and whether it succeeded or failed.
+### Agent coordination
+
+These tools help the model manage its plan and interact with you.
+
+- **Ask user (`ask_user`):** Requests clarification or missing information from
+  you via an interactive dialog.
+- **[Memory](./memory.md) (`save_memory`):** Saves important facts to your
+  long-term memory (`GEMINI.md`).
+- **[Todos](./todos.md) (`write_todos`):** Manages a list of subtasks for
+  complex plans.
+- **[Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) (`activate_skill`):** Loads specialized
+  procedural expertise when needed.
+- **Internal docs (`get_internal_docs`):** Accesses Gemini CLI's own
+  documentation to help answer your questions.
+
+### Information gathering
+
+These tools provide the model with access to external data.
+
+- **[Web fetch](./web-fetch.md) (`web_fetch`):** Retrieves and processes content
+  from specific URLs.
+- **[Web search](./web-search.md) (`google_web_search`):** Performs a Google
+  Search to find up-to-date information.
+
+## How to use tools
+
+You use tools indirectly by providing natural language prompts to Gemini CLI.
+
+1.  **Prompt:** You enter a request or use syntax like `@` or `!`.
+2.  **Request:** The model analyzes your request and identifies if a tool is
+    required.
+3.  **Validation:** If a tool is needed, the CLI validates the parameters and
+    checks your security settings.
+4.  **Confirmation:** For sensitive operations (like writing files), the CLI
+    prompts you for approval.
+5.  **Execution:** The tool runs, and its output is sent back to the model.
+6.  **Response:** The model uses the results to generate a final, grounded
+    answer.

 ## Security and confirmation

-Many tools, especially those that can modify your file system or execute
-commands (`write_file`, `edit`, `run_shell_command`), are designed with safety
-in mind. The Gemini CLI will typically:
+Safety is a core part of the tool system. To protect your system, Gemini CLI
+implements several safeguards.

- **Require confirmation:** Prompt you before executing potentially sensitive
-  operations, showing you what action is about to be taken.
- **Utilize sandboxing:** All tools are subject to restrictions enforced by
-  sandboxing (see [Sandboxing in the Gemini CLI](../cli/sandbox.md)). This means
-  that when operating in a sandbox, any tools (including MCP servers) you wish
-  to use must be available _inside_ the sandbox environment. For example, to run
-  an MCP server through `npx`, the `npx` executable must be installed within the
-  sandbox's Docker image or be available in the `sandbox-exec` environment.
+- **User confirmation:** You must manually approve tools that modify files or
+  execute shell commands. The CLI shows you a diff or the exact command before
+  you confirm.
+- **Sandboxing:** You can run tool executions in secure, containerized
+  environments to isolate changes from your host system. For more details, see
+  the [Sandboxing](../cli/sandbox.md) guide.
+- **Trusted folders:** You can configure which directories allow the model to
+  use system tools.

-It's important to always review confirmation prompts carefully before allowing a
-tool to proceed.
+Always review confirmation prompts carefully before allowing a tool to execute.

-## Learn more about Gemini CLI's tools
+## Next steps

-Gemini CLI's built-in tools can be broadly categorized as follows:
-
- **[File System Tools](./file-system.md):** For interacting with files and
-  directories (reading, writing, listing, searching, etc.).
- **[Shell Tool](./shell.md) (`run_shell_command`):** For executing shell
+- Learn how to [Provide context](../cli/gemini-md.md) to guide tool use.
+- Explore the [Command reference](../cli/commands.md) for tool-related slash
  commands.
- **[Web Fetch Tool](./web-fetch.md) (`web_fetch`):** For retrieving content
-  from URLs.
- **[Web Search Tool](./web-search.md) (`google_web_search`):** For searching
-  the web.
- **[Memory Tool](./memory.md) (`save_memory`):** For saving and recalling
-  information across sessions.
- **[Todo Tool](./todos.md) (`write_todos`):** For managing subtasks of complex
-  requests.
-
-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.
- **[Sandboxing](../cli/sandbox.md)**: Sandboxing isolates the model and its
-  changes from your environment to reduce potential risk.
@@ -0,0 +1,46 @@
+# Internal documentation tool (`get_internal_docs`)
+
+The `get_internal_docs` tool lets Gemini CLI access its own technical
+documentation to provide more accurate answers about its capabilities and usage.
+
+## Description
+
+This tool is used when Gemini CLI needs to verify specific details about Gemini
+CLI's internal features, built-in commands, or configuration options. It
+provides direct access to the Markdown files in the `docs/` directory.
+
+### Arguments
+
+`get_internal_docs` takes one optional argument:
+
+- `path` (string, optional): The relative path to a specific documentation file
+  (for example, `cli/commands.md`). If omitted, the tool returns a list of all
+  available documentation paths.
+
+## Usage
+
+The `get_internal_docs` tool is used exclusively by Gemini CLI. You cannot
+invoke this tool manually.
+
+When Gemini CLI uses this tool, it retrieves the content of the requested
+documentation file and processes it to answer your question. This ensures that
+the information provided by the AI is grounded in the latest project
+documentation.
+
+## Behavior
+
+Gemini CLI uses this tool to ensure technical accuracy:
+
+- **Capability discovery:** If Gemini CLI is unsure how a feature works, it can
+  lookup the corresponding documentation.
+- **Reference lookup:** Gemini CLI can verify slash command sub-commands or
+  specific setting names.
+- **Self-correction:** Gemini CLI can use the documentation to correct its
+  understanding of Gemini CLI's system logic.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Explore the [Command reference](../cli/commands.md) for a detailed guide to
+  slash commands.
+- See the [Configuration guide](../get-started/configuration.md) for settings
+  reference.
@@ -101,8 +101,8 @@ execution.

 #### Global MCP settings (`mcp`)

-The `mcp` object in your `settings.json` allows you to define global rules for
-all MCP servers.
+The `mcp` object in your `settings.json` lets you define global rules for all
+MCP servers.

 - **`mcp.serverCommand`** (string): A global command to start an MCP server.
 - **`mcp.allowed`** (array of strings): A list of MCP server names to allow. If
@@ -739,21 +739,10 @@ The MCP integration tracks several states:
  cautiously and only for servers you completely control
 - **Access tokens:** Be security-aware when configuring environment variables
  containing API keys or tokens
- **Environment variable redaction:** By default, the Gemini CLI redacts
-  sensitive environment variables (such as `GEMINI_API_KEY`, `GOOGLE_API_KEY`,
-  and variables matching patterns like `*TOKEN*`, `*SECRET*`, `*PASSWORD*`) when
-  spawning MCP servers using the `stdio` transport. This prevents unintended
-  exposure of your credentials to third-party servers.
- **Explicit environment variables:** If you need to pass a specific environment
-  variable to an MCP server, you should define it explicitly in the `env`
-  property of the server configuration in `settings.json`.
 - **Sandbox compatibility:** When using sandboxing, ensure MCP servers are
-  available within the sandbox environment.
+  available within the sandbox environment
 - **Private data:** Using broadly scoped personal access tokens can lead to
  information leakage between repositories.
- **Untrusted servers:** Be extremely cautious when adding MCP servers from
-  untrusted or third-party sources. Malicious servers could attempt to
-  exfiltrate data or perform unauthorized actions through the tools they expose.

 ### Performance and resource management

@@ -1,54 +1,35 @@
 # Memory tool (`save_memory`)

-This document describes the `save_memory` tool for the Gemini CLI.
+The `save_memory` tool allows the Gemini agent to persist specific facts, user
+preferences, and project details across sessions.

-## Description
+## Technical reference

-Use `save_memory` to save and recall information across your Gemini CLI
-sessions. With `save_memory`, you can direct the CLI to remember key details
-across sessions, providing personalized and directed assistance.
+This tool appends information to the `## Gemini Added Memories` section of your
+global `GEMINI.md` file (typically located at `~/.gemini/GEMINI.md`).

 ### Arguments

-`save_memory` takes one argument:
-
- `fact` (string, required): The specific fact or piece of information to
-  remember. This should be a clear, self-contained statement written in natural
+- `fact` (string, required): A clear, self-contained statement in natural
  language.

-## How to use `save_memory` with the Gemini CLI
+## Technical behavior

-The tool appends the provided `fact` to a special `GEMINI.md` file located in
-the user's home directory (`~/.gemini/GEMINI.md`). This file can be configured
-to have a different name.
+- **Storage:** Appends to the global context file in the user's home directory.
+- **Loading:** The stored facts are automatically included in the hierarchical
+  context system for all future sessions.
+- **Format:** Saves data as a bulleted list item within a dedicated Markdown
+  section.

-Once added, the facts are stored under a `## Gemini Added Memories` section.
-This file is loaded as context in subsequent sessions, allowing the CLI to
-recall the saved information.
+## Use cases

-Usage:
+- Persisting user preferences (for example, "I prefer functional programming").
+- Saving project-wide architectural decisions.
+- Storing frequently used aliases or system configurations.

-```
-save_memory(fact="Your fact here.")
-```
+## Next steps

-### `save_memory` examples
-
-Remember a user preference:
-
-```
-save_memory(fact="My preferred programming language is Python.")
-```
-
-Store a project-specific detail:
-
-```
-save_memory(fact="The project I'm currently working on is called 'gemini-cli'.")
-```
-
-## Important notes
-
- **General usage:** This tool should be used for concise, important facts. It
-  is not intended for storing large amounts of data or conversational history.
- **Memory file:** The memory file is a plain text Markdown file, so you can
-  view and edit it manually if needed.
+- Follow the [Memory management guide](../cli/tutorials/memory-management.md)
+  for practical examples.
+- Learn how the [Project context (GEMINI.md)](../cli/gemini-md.md) system loads
+  this information.
@@ -0,0 +1,55 @@
+# 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.
@@ -1,70 +1,33 @@
 # Shell tool (`run_shell_command`)

-This document describes the `run_shell_command` tool for the Gemini CLI.
+The `run_shell_command` tool allows the Gemini model to execute commands
+directly on your system's shell. It is the primary mechanism for the agent to
+interact with your environment beyond simple file edits.

-## Description
+## Technical reference

-Use `run_shell_command` to interact with the underlying system, run scripts, or
-perform command-line operations. `run_shell_command` executes a given shell
-command, including interactive commands that require user input (e.g., `vim`,
-`git rebase -i`) if the `tools.shell.enableInteractiveShell` setting is set to
-`true`.
-
-On Windows, commands are executed with `powershell.exe -NoProfile -Command`
-(unless you explicitly point `ComSpec` at another shell). On other platforms,
-they are executed with `bash -c`.
+On Windows, commands execute with `powershell.exe -NoProfile -Command`. On other
+platforms, they execute with `bash -c`.

 ### Arguments

-`run_shell_command` takes the following arguments:
-
 - `command` (string, required): The exact shell command to execute.
- `description` (string, optional): A brief description of the command's
-  purpose, which will be shown to the user.
- `directory` (string, optional): The directory (relative to the project root)
-  in which to execute the command. If not provided, the command runs in the
-  project root.
+- `description` (string, optional): A brief description shown to the user for
+  confirmation.
+- `dir_path` (string, optional): The absolute path or relative path from
+  workspace root where the command runs.
+- `is_background` (boolean, optional): Whether to move the process to the
+  background immediately after starting.

-## How to use `run_shell_command` with the Gemini CLI
+### Return values

-When using `run_shell_command`, the command is executed as a subprocess.
-`run_shell_command` can start background processes using `&`. The tool returns
-detailed information about the execution, including:
+The tool returns a JSON object containing:

- `Command`: The command that was executed.
- `Directory`: The directory where the command was run.
- `Stdout`: Output from the standard output stream.
- `Stderr`: Output from the standard error stream.
- `Error`: Any error message reported by the subprocess.
- `Exit Code`: The exit code of the command.
- `Signal`: The signal number if the command was terminated by a signal.
- `Background PIDs`: A list of PIDs for any background processes started.
-
-Usage:
-
-```
-run_shell_command(command="Your commands.", description="Your description of the command.", directory="Your execution directory.")
-```
-
-## `run_shell_command` examples
-
-List files in the current directory:
-
-```
-run_shell_command(command="ls -la")
-```
-
-Run a script in a specific directory:
-
-```
-run_shell_command(command="./my_script.sh", directory="scripts", description="Run my custom script")
-```
-
-Start a background server:
-
-```
-run_shell_command(command="npm run dev &", description="Start development server in background")
-```
+- `Command`: The executed string.
+- `Directory`: The execution path.
+- `Stdout` / `Stderr`: The output streams.
+- `Exit Code`: The process return code.
+- `Background PIDs`: PIDs of any started background processes.

 ## Configuration

@@ -167,10 +130,11 @@ 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`: 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.
+- `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.

 The validation logic is designed to be secure and flexible:

@@ -223,38 +187,30 @@ To block `rm` and allow all other commands:
 If a command prefix is in both `tools.core` and `tools.exclude`, it will be
 blocked.

-```json
-{
-  "tools": {
-    "core": ["run_shell_command(git)"],
-    "exclude": ["run_shell_command(git push)"]
-  }
-}
-```
+- **`tools.shell.enableInteractiveShell`**: (boolean) Uses `node-pty` for
+  real-time interaction.
+- **`tools.shell.showColor`**: (boolean) Preserves ANSI colors in output.
+- **`tools.shell.inactivityTimeout`**: (number) Seconds to wait for output
+  before killing the process.

- `git push origin main`: Blocked
- `git status`: Allowed
+### Command restrictions

-**Block all shell commands**
+You can limit which commands the agent is allowed to request using these
+settings:

-To block all shell commands, add the `run_shell_command` wildcard to
-`tools.exclude`:
+- **`tools.core`**: An allowlist of command prefixes (for example,
+  `["git", "npm test"]`).
+- **`tools.exclude`**: A blocklist of command prefixes.

-```json
-{
-  "tools": {
-    "exclude": ["run_shell_command"]
-  }
-}
-```
+## Use cases

- `ls -l`: Blocked
- `any other command`: Blocked
+- Running build scripts and test suites.
+- Initializing or managing version control systems.
+- Installing project dependencies.
+- Starting development servers or background watchers.

-## Security note for `excludeTools`
+## Next steps

-Command-specific restrictions in `excludeTools` for `run_shell_command` are
-based on simple string matching and can be easily bypassed. This feature is
-**not a security mechanism** and should not be relied upon to safely execute
-untrusted code. It is recommended to use `coreTools` to explicitly select
-commands that can be executed.
+- Follow the [Shell commands tutorial](../cli/tutorials/shell-commands.md) for
+  practical examples.
+- Learn about [Sandboxing](../cli/sandbox.md) to isolate command execution.
@@ -1,57 +1,35 @@
 # Todo tool (`write_todos`)

-This document describes the `write_todos` tool for the Gemini CLI.
+The `write_todos` tool allows the Gemini agent to maintain an internal list of
+subtasks for multi-step requests.

-## Description
+## Technical reference

-The `write_todos` tool allows the Gemini agent to create and manage a list of
-subtasks for complex user requests. This provides you, the user, with greater
-visibility into the agent's plan and its current progress. It also helps with
-alignment where the agent is less likely to lose track of its current goal.
+The agent uses this tool to manage its execution plan and provide progress
+updates to the CLI interface.

 ### Arguments

-`write_todos` takes one argument:
+- `todos` (array of objects, required): The complete list of tasks. Each object
+  includes:
+  - `description` (string): Technical description of the task.
+  - `status` (enum): `pending`, `in_progress`, `completed`, or `cancelled`.

- `todos` (array of objects, required): The complete list of todo items. This
-  replaces the existing list. Each item includes:
-  - `description` (string): The task description.
-  - `status` (string): The current status (`pending`, `in_progress`,
-    `completed`, or `cancelled`).
+## Technical behavior

-## Behavior
+- **Interface:** Updates the progress indicator above the CLI input prompt.
+- **Exclusivity:** Only one task can be marked `in_progress` at any time.
+- **Persistence:** Todo state is scoped to the current session.
+- **Interaction:** Users can toggle the full list view using **Ctrl+T**.

-The agent uses this tool to break down complex multi-step requests into a clear
-plan.
+## Use cases

- **Progress tracking:** The agent updates this list as it works, marking tasks
-  as `completed` when done.
- **Single focus:** Only one task will be marked `in_progress` at a time,
-  indicating exactly what the agent is currently working on.
- **Dynamic updates:** The plan may evolve as the agent discovers new
-  information, leading to new tasks being added or unnecessary ones being
-  cancelled.
+- Breaking down a complex feature implementation into manageable steps.
+- Coordinating multi-file refactoring tasks.
+- Providing visibility into the agent's current focus during long-running tasks.

-When active, the current `in_progress` task is displayed above the input box,
-keeping you informed of the immediate action. You can toggle the full view of
-the todo list at any time by pressing `Ctrl+T`.
+## Next steps

-Usage example (internal representation):
-
-```javascript
-write_todos({
-  todos: [
-    { description: 'Initialize new React project', status: 'completed' },
-    { description: 'Implement state management', status: 'in_progress' },
-    { description: 'Create API service', status: 'pending' },
-  ],
-});
-```
-
-## Important notes
-
- **Enabling:** This tool is enabled by default. You can disable it in your
-  `settings.json` file by setting `"useWriteTodos": false`.
-
- **Intended use:** This tool is primarily used by the agent for complex,
-  multi-turn tasks. It is generally not used for simple, single-turn questions.
+- Follow the [Task planning tutorial](../cli/tutorials/task-planning.md) for
+  usage details.
+- Learn about [Session management](../cli/session-management.md) for context.
@@ -1,59 +1,35 @@
 # Web fetch tool (`web_fetch`)

-This document describes the `web_fetch` tool for the Gemini CLI.
+The `web_fetch` tool allows the Gemini agent to retrieve and process content
+from specific URLs provided in your prompt.

-## Description
+## Technical reference

-Use `web_fetch` to summarize, compare, or extract information from web pages.
-The `web_fetch` tool processes content from one or more URLs (up to 20) embedded
-in a prompt. `web_fetch` takes a natural language prompt and returns a generated
-response.
+The agent uses this tool when you include URLs in your prompt and request
+specific operations like summarization or extraction.

 ### Arguments

-`web_fetch` takes one argument:
+- `prompt` (string, required): A request containing up to 20 valid URLs
+  (starting with `http://` or `https://`) and instructions on how to process
+  them.

- `prompt` (string, required): A comprehensive prompt that includes the URL(s)
-  (up to 20) to fetch and specific instructions on how to process their content.
-  For example:
-  `"Summarize https://example.com/article and extract key points from https://another.com/data"`.
-  The prompt must contain at least one URL starting with `http://` or
-  `https://`.
+## Technical behavior

-## How to use `web_fetch` with the Gemini CLI
+- **Confirmation:** Triggers a confirmation dialog showing the converted URLs.
+- **Processing:** Uses the Gemini API's `urlContext` for retrieval.
+- **Fallback:** If API access fails, the tool attempts to fetch raw content
+  directly from your local machine.
+- **Formatting:** Returns a synthesized response with source attribution.

-To use `web_fetch` with the Gemini CLI, provide a natural language prompt that
-contains URLs. The tool will ask for confirmation before fetching any URLs. Once
-confirmed, the tool will process URLs through Gemini API's `urlContext`.
+## Use cases

-If the Gemini API cannot access the URL, the tool will fall back to fetching
-content directly from the local machine. The tool will format the response,
-including source attribution and citations where possible. The tool will then
-provide the response to the user.
+- Summarizing technical articles or blog posts.
+- Comparing data between two or more web pages.
+- Extracting specific information from a documentation site.

-Usage:
+## Next steps

-```
-web_fetch(prompt="Your prompt, including a URL such as https://google.com.")
-```
-
-## `web_fetch` examples
-
-Summarize a single article:
-
-```
-web_fetch(prompt="Can you summarize the main points of https://example.com/news/latest")
-```
-
-Compare two articles:
-
-```
-web_fetch(prompt="What are the differences in the conclusions of these two papers: https://arxiv.org/abs/2401.0001 and https://arxiv.org/abs/2401.0002?")
-```
-
-## Important notes
-
- **URL processing:** `web_fetch` relies on the Gemini API's ability to access
-  and process the given URLs.
- **Output quality:** The quality of the output will depend on the clarity of
-  the instructions in the prompt.
+- Follow the [Web tools guide](../cli/tutorials/web-tools.md) for practical
+  usage examples.
+- See the [Web search tool reference](./web-search.md) for general queries.
@@ -1,42 +1,32 @@
 # Web search tool (`google_web_search`)

-This document describes the `google_web_search` tool.
+The `google_web_search` tool allows the Gemini agent to retrieve up-to-date
+information, news, and facts from the internet via Google Search.

-## Description
+## Technical reference

-Use `google_web_search` to perform a web search using Google Search via the
-Gemini API. The `google_web_search` tool returns a summary of web results with
-sources.
+The agent uses this tool when your request requires knowledge of current events
+or specific online documentation not available in its internal training data.

 ### Arguments

-`google_web_search` takes one argument:
+- `query` (string, required): The search query to be executed.

- `query` (string, required): The search query.
+## Technical behavior

-## How to use `google_web_search` with the Gemini CLI
+- **Grounding:** Returns a generated summary based on search results.
+- **Citations:** Includes source URIs and titles for factual grounding.
+- **Processing:** The Gemini API processes the search results before returning a
+  synthesized response to the agent.

-The `google_web_search` tool sends a query to the Gemini API, which then
-performs a web search. `google_web_search` will return a generated response
-based on the search results, including citations and sources.
+## Use cases

-Usage:
+- Researching the latest version of a software library or API.
+- Finding solutions to recent software bugs or security vulnerabilities.
+- Retrieving news or documentation updated after the model's knowledge cutoff.

-```
-google_web_search(query="Your query goes here.")
-```
+## Next steps

-## `google_web_search` examples
-
-Get information on a topic:
-
-```
-google_web_search(query="latest advancements in AI-powered code generation")
-```
-
-## Important notes
-
- **Response returned:** The `google_web_search` tool returns a processed
-  summary, not a raw list of search results.
- **Citations:** The response includes citations to the sources used to generate
-  the summary.
+- Follow the [Web tools guide](../cli/tutorials/web-tools.md) for practical
+  usage examples.
+- Explore the [Web fetch tool reference](./web-fetch.md) for direct URL access.
@@ -63,6 +63,7 @@ const external = [
  '@lydell/node-pty-win32-arm64',
  '@lydell/node-pty-win32-x64',
  'keytar',
+  'gemini-cli-devtools',
 ];

 const baseConfig = {
@@ -23,6 +23,7 @@ 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(
  {
@@ -37,7 +38,6 @@ export default tseslint.config(
      'dist/**',
      'evals/**',
      'packages/test-utils/**',
-      'packages/core/src/skills/builtin/skill-creator/scripts/*.cjs',
    ],
  },
  eslint.configs.recommended,
@@ -193,6 +193,14 @@ 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: [
@@ -231,6 +239,18 @@ export default tseslint.config(
      ],
    },
  },
+  {
+    files: ['packages/sdk/src/**/*.{ts,tsx}'],
+    rules: {
+      'no-restricted-imports': [
+        'error',
+        {
+          name: '@google/gemini-cli-sdk',
+          message: 'Please use relative imports within the @google/gemini-cli-sdk package.',
+        },
+      ],
+    },
+  },
  {
    files: ['packages/*/src/**/*.test.{ts,tsx}'],
    plugins: {
@@ -243,7 +263,7 @@ export default tseslint.config(
    },
  },
  {
-    files: ['./**/*.{tsx,ts,js}'],
+    files: ['./**/*.{tsx,ts,js,cjs}'],
    plugins: {
      headers,
      import: importPlugin,
@@ -260,8 +280,8 @@ export default tseslint.config(
          ].join('\n'),
          patterns: {
            year: {
-              pattern: '202[5-6]',
-              defaultValue: '2026',
+              pattern: `202[5-${currentYear.toString().slice(-1)}]`,
+              defaultValue: currentYear.toString(),
            },
          },
        },
@@ -269,7 +289,6 @@ 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: {
@@ -290,6 +309,30 @@ 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: {
@@ -0,0 +1,170 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,110 @@
+/**
+ * @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,
+      );
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,144 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,120 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,74 @@
+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/);
+    },
+  });
+
+  /**
+   * Validates that the agent uses non-interactive flags when scaffolding a new project.
+   */
+  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
+    name: 'should use non-interactive flags when scaffolding a new app',
+    prompt: 'Create a new react application named my-app using vite.',
+    assert: async (rig, result) => {
+      const logs = rig.readToolLogs();
+      const scaffoldCall = logs.find(
+        (l) =>
+          l.toolRequest.name === 'run_shell_command' &&
+          /npm (init|create)|npx create-|yarn create|pnpm create/.test(
+            l.toolRequest.args,
+          ),
+      );
+
+      expect(
+        scaffoldCall,
+        'Agent should have called a scaffolding command (e.g., npm create)',
+      ).toBeDefined();
+      expect(
+        scaffoldCall?.toolRequest.args,
+        'Agent should have passed a non-interactive flag (-y, --yes, or a specific --template)',
+      ).toMatch(/(?:^|\s)(--yes|-y|--template\s+\S+)(?:\s|$|\\|")/);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,128 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -6,11 +6,16 @@

 import { describe, expect } from 'vitest';
 import { evalTest } from './test-helper.js';
-import { validateModelOutput } from '../integration-tests/test-helper.js';
+import {
+  assertModelHasOutput,
+  checkModelOutputContent,
+} from '../integration-tests/test-helper.js';

 describe('save_memory', () => {
-  evalTest('ALWAYS_PASSES', {
-    name: 'should be able to save to memory',
+  const TEST_PREFIX = 'Save memory test: ';
+  const rememberingFavoriteColor = "Agent remembers user's favorite color";
+  evalTest('USUALLY_PASSES', {
+    name: rememberingFavoriteColor,
    params: {
      settings: { tools: { core: ['save_memory'] } },
    },
@@ -18,13 +23,260 @@ describe('save_memory', () => {
  
    what is my favorite color? tell me that and surround it with $ symbol`,
    assert: async (rig, result) => {
-      const foundToolCall = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
-      expect(
-        foundToolCall,
-        'Expected to find a save_memory tool call',
-      ).toBeTruthy();
+      const wasToolCalled = await rig.waitForToolCall('save_memory');
+      expect(wasToolCalled, 'Expected save_memory tool to be called').toBe(
+        true,
+      );

-      validateModelOutput(result, 'blue', 'Save memory test');
+      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');
+      expect(
+        wasToolCalled,
+        'save_memory should not be called for temporary information',
+      ).toBe(false);
+
+      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}`,
+      });
    },
  });
 });
@@ -0,0 +1,110 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -7,9 +7,13 @@
 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 } from '@google/gemini-cli-core';
+import {
+  createUnauthorizedToolError,
+  parseAgentMarkdown,
+} from '@google/gemini-cli-core';

 export * from '@google/gemini-cli-test-utils';

@@ -41,11 +45,64 @@ export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
    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 };
@@ -66,8 +123,9 @@ 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_FILE: activityLogFile,
+          GEMINI_CLI_ACTIVITY_LOG_TARGET: activityLogFile,
        },
      });

@@ -88,6 +146,11 @@ export function evalTest(policy: EvalPolicy, evalCase: EvalCase) {
        });
      }

+      if (rig._lastRunStderr) {
+        const stderrFile = path.join(logDir, `${sanitizedName}.stderr.log`);
+        await fs.promises.writeFile(stderrFile, rig._lastRunStderr);
+      }
+
      await fs.promises.writeFile(
        logFile,
        JSON.stringify(rig.readToolLogs(), null, 2),
@@ -99,7 +162,7 @@ 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);
+    it(evalCase.name, fn, evalCase.timeout);
  }
 }

@@ -114,6 +177,7 @@ 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>;
@@ -0,0 +1,85 @@
+/**
+ * @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);
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,79 @@
+/**
+ * @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,
+      );
+    },
+  });
+});
@@ -0,0 +1,163 @@
+/**
+ * @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();
+    },
+  );
+});
@@ -7,7 +7,12 @@
 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
 import { existsSync } from 'node:fs';
 import * as path from 'node:path';
-import { TestRig, printDebugInfo, validateModelOutput } from './test-helper.js';
+import {
+  TestRig,
+  printDebugInfo,
+  assertModelHasOutput,
+  checkModelOutputContent,
+} from './test-helper.js';

 describe('file-system', () => {
  let rig: TestRig;
@@ -43,8 +48,11 @@ describe('file-system', () => {
      'Expected to find a read_file tool call',
    ).toBeTruthy();

-    // Validate model output - will throw if no output, warn if missing expected content
-    validateModelOutput(result, 'hello world', 'File read test');
+    assertModelHasOutput(result);
+    checkModelOutputContent(result, {
+      expectedContent: 'hello world',
+      testName: 'File read test',
+    });
  });

  it('should be able to write a file', async () => {
@@ -74,8 +82,8 @@ describe('file-system', () => {
      'Expected to find a write_file, edit, or replace tool call',
    ).toBeTruthy();

-    // Validate model output - will throw if no output
-    validateModelOutput(result, null, 'File write test');
+    assertModelHasOutput(result);
+    checkModelOutputContent(result, { testName: 'File write test' });

    const fileContent = rig.readFile('test.txt');

@@ -6,7 +6,12 @@

 import { WEB_SEARCH_TOOL_NAME } from '../packages/core/src/tools/tool-names.js';
 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import { TestRig, printDebugInfo, validateModelOutput } from './test-helper.js';
+import {
+  TestRig,
+  printDebugInfo,
+  assertModelHasOutput,
+  checkModelOutputContent,
+} from './test-helper.js';

 describe('web search tool', () => {
  let rig: TestRig;
@@ -68,12 +73,11 @@ describe('web search tool', () => {
      `Expected to find a call to ${WEB_SEARCH_TOOL_NAME}`,
    ).toBeTruthy();

-    // Validate model output - will throw if no output, warn if missing expected content
-    const hasExpectedContent = validateModelOutput(
-      result,
-      ['weather', 'london'],
-      'Google web search test',
-    );
+    assertModelHasOutput(result);
+    const hasExpectedContent = checkModelOutputContent(result, {
+      expectedContent: ['weather', 'london'],
+      testName: 'Google web search test',
+    });

    // If content was missing, log the search queries used
    if (!hasExpectedContent) {
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@
 */

 import { describe, it, expect, beforeEach, afterEach } from 'vitest';
-import { TestRig } from './test-helper.js';
+import { TestRig, normalizePath } from './test-helper.js';
 import { join } from 'node:path';
 import { writeFileSync } from 'node:fs';

@@ -113,10 +113,9 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
      }
      `;

-      const scriptPath = join(rig.testDir!, 'after_agent_verify.cjs');
-      writeFileSync(scriptPath, hookScript);
+      const scriptPath = rig.createScript('after_agent_verify.cjs', hookScript);

-      await rig.setup('should receive prompt and response in AfterAgent hook', {
+      rig.setup('should receive prompt and response in AfterAgent hook', {
        settings: {
          hooksConfig: {
            enabled: true,
@@ -127,7 +126,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
                hooks: [
                  {
                    type: 'command',
-                    command: `node "${scriptPath}"`,
+                    command: normalizePath(`node "${scriptPath}"`)!,
                    timeout: 5000,
                  },
                ],
@@ -157,7 +156,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
    });

    it('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', async () => {
-      await rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
+      rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
        fakeResponsesPath: join(
          import.meta.dirname,
          'hooks-system.after-agent.responses',
@@ -171,18 +170,32 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
        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('${messageCountFile}', 'utf-8')); } catch (e) {}
+        try { counts = JSON.parse(fs.readFileSync(${JSON.stringify(messageCountFile)}, 'utf-8')); } catch (e) {}
        counts.push(messageCount);
-        fs.writeFileSync('${messageCountFile}', JSON.stringify(counts));
+        fs.writeFileSync(${JSON.stringify(messageCountFile)}, JSON.stringify(counts));
        console.log(JSON.stringify({ decision: 'allow' }));
      `;
-      const beforeModelScriptPath = join(
-        rig.testDir!,
+      const beforeModelScriptPath = rig.createScript(
        'before_model_counter.cjs',
+        beforeModelScript,
      );
-      writeFileSync(beforeModelScriptPath, beforeModelScript);

-      await rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
+      const afterAgentScript = `
+        console.log(JSON.stringify({
+          decision: 'block',
+          reason: 'Security policy triggered',
+          hookSpecificOutput: {
+            hookEventName: 'AfterAgent',
+            clearContext: true
+          }
+        }));
+      `;
+      const afterAgentScriptPath = rig.createScript(
+        'after_agent_clear.cjs',
+        afterAgentScript,
+      );
+
+      rig.setup('should process clearContext in AfterAgent hook output', {
        settings: {
          hooks: {
            enabled: true,
@@ -191,7 +204,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
                hooks: [
                  {
                    type: 'command',
-                    command: `node "${beforeModelScriptPath}"`,
+                    command: normalizePath(`node "${beforeModelScriptPath}"`)!,
                    timeout: 5000,
                  },
                ],
@@ -202,7 +215,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
                hooks: [
                  {
                    type: 'command',
-                    command: `node -e "console.log(JSON.stringify({decision: 'block', reason: 'Security policy triggered', hookSpecificOutput: {hookEventName: 'AfterAgent', clearContext: true}}))"`,
+                    command: normalizePath(`node "${afterAgentScriptPath}"`)!,
                    timeout: 5000,
                  },
                ],
@@ -244,6 +257,22 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
            import.meta.dirname,
            'hooks-agent-flow-multistep.responses',
          ),
+        },
+      );
+
+      // Create script files for hooks
+      const baPath = rig.createScript(
+        'ba_fired.cjs',
+        "console.log('BeforeAgent Fired');",
+      );
+      const aaPath = rig.createScript(
+        'aa_fired.cjs',
+        "console.log('AfterAgent Fired');",
+      );
+
+      await rig.setup(
+        'should fire BeforeAgent and AfterAgent exactly once per turn despite tool calls',
+        {
          settings: {
            hooksConfig: {
              enabled: true,
@@ -254,7 +283,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
                  hooks: [
                    {
                      type: 'command',
-                      command: `node -e "console.log('BeforeAgent Fired')"`,
+                      command: normalizePath(`node "${baPath}"`)!,
                      timeout: 5000,
                    },
                  ],
@@ -265,7 +294,7 @@ describe('Hooks Agent Flow', () => {
                  hooks: [
                    {
                      type: 'command',
-                      command: `node -e "console.log('AfterAgent Fired')"`,
+                      command: normalizePath(`node "${aaPath}"`)!,
                      timeout: 5000,
                    },
                  ],
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