Gemini MCP Tool

# Frequently Asked Questions ## General ### What is Gemini MCP Tool? A bridge between Claude Desktop and Google's Gemini AI, enabling you to use Gemini's powerful capabilities directly within Claude. ### Does it support windows? Windows testing is underway, some users have reported success and other failures. ### Why use this instead of Gemini directly? - Integrated into your existing AI workflow - File analysis with @ syntax - Reduced context switching (gemini can store and recall memories!) - Best of both: Leverages both AIs' strengths ### Is it free? The tool is open source and free. You need: - Gemini API key (has free tier) or Google Account - Claude Desktop or Claude Code or any MCP client ## Setup ### Do I need to install Gemini CLI separately? Yes, install it with: ```bash npm install -g @google/gemini-cli ``` Then, run "gemini" and complete auth. ### Can I use this with Claude Code? Yes! It works with both Claude Desktop and Claude Code. ### What Node.js version do I need? Node.js v16.0.0 or higher. ## Usage ### What's the @ syntax? It's how you reference files for analysis: - `@file.js` - Single file - `@src/*.js` - Multiple files - `@**/*.ts` - All TypeScript files - *new:* `file:index.html` now works, fully bypassing @ integration ### Can I analyze multiple files? What about ALL the files? Yes! Gemini's 1M token context allows analyzing entire codebases. ### Which model should I use? - **Daily work**: Gemini Pro - **Large analysis**: Gemini Pro - **Quick tasks**: Gemini Flash ## Features ### What languages are supported? Any language code or human. ### Does it work offline? No, it requires internet to connect to Gemini API. ## Troubleshooting ### Why is it slow? - Large files take time to process - Try using Flash model for speed - Check your internet connection ### Can I use my own models? Currently supports official Gemini models only.<br> *--> opencode integration coming soon* ### Can I add new features? Yes! Check issues or propose your own ideas. ## Privacy & Security ### Is my code sent to Google? Only when you explicitly use Gemini commands. Code is processed according to Google's privacy policy. ### Are credentials secure? - We never look at or touch your keys! ### Can I use this for proprietary code? Check your organization's policies and Google's Gemini API terms of service. ## Advanced ### Can I use this in CI/CD? Not recommended - designed for interactive development. <div style="text-align: center;"> ## Why Gemini MCP? </div> By bridging Claude Desktop with Google's powerful models, Gemini MCP Tool lets you leverage the following advanced capabilities right in your existing workflow: <div style="display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 16px; margin: 24px 0;"> <div style="background: var(--vp-c-bg-soft); padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid var(--vp-c-divider);"> <h4 style="margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: var(--vp-c-brand);">💰 Cost-Effective</h4> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Delegate tasks to a more cost-effective model to reduce expensive token usage.</p> </div> <div style="background: var(--vp-c-bg-soft); padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid var(--vp-c-divider);"> <h4 style="margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: var(--vp-c-brand);">🎯 Multimodal Native</h4> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Process text, images, audio, video, and code seamlessly within your workflow.</p> </div> <div style="background: var(--vp-c-bg-soft); padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid var(--vp-c-divider);"> <h4 style="margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: var(--vp-c-brand);">🚀 High Performance</h4> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Leverage a large context window and powerful built-in tools, including web search.</p> </div> <div style="background: var(--vp-c-bg-soft); padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid var(--vp-c-divider);"> <h4 style="margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: var(--vp-c-brand);">🧠 Advanced Reasoning</h4> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Gain a different analytical perspective for sophisticated analysis of complex information.</p> </div> <div style="background: var(--vp-c-bg-soft); padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid var(--vp-c-divider);"> <h4 style="margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: var(--vp-c-brand);">🔒 Privacy First</h4> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Open-source and telemetry-free. Committed to transparency and responsible AI.</p> </div> </div> ## More Questions? - Check [Documentation](/) - Browse [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/jamubc/gemini-mcp-tool/issues) - Ask in [Discussions](https://github.com/jamubc/gemini-mcp-tool/discussions)