# Connect to Gemini CLI

Add ToolRouter to Gemini CLI through the settings file.

## How do I add ToolRouter to Gemini CLI?

Add this to your Gemini CLI settings under `mcpServers` (usually at `~/.gemini/settings.json`):

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "toolrouter": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "toolrouter-mcp"]
    }
  }
}
```

If you already have other MCP servers configured, add the `"toolrouter"` entry inside the existing `"mcpServers"` object — don't replace the whole file.

Tools will be available in all Gemini CLI sessions.

No API key needed — your account is created automatically on first use.

**Requires [Node.js 18+](https://nodejs.org).**

## Related guides

- [Quickstart](/docs/quickstart) for a full overview
- [Connect to Claude Code](/docs/connect-claude-code) for Claude Code setup
- [Connect to Codex CLI](/docs/connect-codex) for Codex CLI setup