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Gemini CLI: What's New in February 2026

A summary of all updates, new features, and bug fixes released for Gemini CLI during February 2026.

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New Features in February 2026

Bug Fixes in February 2026

Improvements in February 2026

All Releases in February 2026

v0.30.0-nightly.20260226.f9f916e1d18 features11 fixes

This release introduces significant new capabilities, including the foundation for a task tracker, support for RuntimeHook functions, and the ability to steer models within the workspace. Several fixes address critical issues like unsafe type assertions and dependency vulnerabilities. Users will also benefit from parallel extension loading and improved Plan Mode features like automatic model switching.

v0.30.020 features16 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to Plan Mode, including a formalized 5-phase workflow and the ability to enable skills within plans. Users will benefit from new UI controls like text wrapping in markdown tables and the option to hide the shortcuts hint. Numerous bug fixes address stability issues related to policy persistence, MCP discovery, and UI rendering flicker.

v0.31.0-preview.014 features15 fixes

This release introduces several new features, including support for macOS run-event notifications, experimental steering hints, and project-level policy implementation. Key fixes address issues with tool confirmation timeouts, incorrect handling of unknown slash commands, and improved stability in plan mode fallback scenarios. Users will also benefit from enhanced editing capabilities via improved ranged reads and fuzzy editing.

v0.30.0-preview.6

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.30.0-preview.6) which incorporates a specific cherry-pick from a previous pull request to ensure stability in the current preview branch. Users should note this is a maintenance update focused on patching the v0.30.0-preview.5 release.

v0.29.7

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.29.7) which cherry-picks a specific commit (d96bd05) from a pull request to address an immediate issue. Users should note that this is a maintenance release focused on stability rather than introducing new functionality.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260224.544df749a8 features14 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to policy handling, including support for Gemini 3.1 policy chains and MCP Server Wildcards. Users will benefit from an experimental direct web fetch capability and improved stability, as several critical bugs related to model persistence, non-interactive mode failures, and Windows compatibility have been resolved. Additionally, retry configuration is now user-adjustable via a new setting.

v0.30.0-preview.5

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to ensure stability in version v0.30.0-preview.4 and preparing for version v0.30.0-preview.5. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary.

v0.30.0-preview.4

This release appears to be a maintenance patch, specifically cherry-picking a commit to stabilize the v0.30.0-preview.3 branch into the new v0.30.0-preview.4 version. No user-facing features or explicit bug fixes are detailed in these brief notes.

v0.29.61 fix

This patch release primarily addresses a specific conflict encountered during a cherry-pick operation related to commit aa9163d. Users should experience stability improvements related to this specific integration point.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260223.c537fd5ae14 features22 fixes

This release introduces several new features, including experimental in-progress steering hints and support for macOS run-event notifications. Numerous bug fixes address issues with UI rendering, tool handling, and configuration stability. Key improvements include centralizing compatibility checks and migrating core rendering to use xterm.js.

v0.30.0-preview.3

This release primarily focuses on internal updates and stability improvements, as detailed in the full changelog. Users should review the linked comparison for specific changes between versions v0.30.0-preview.2 and v0.30.0-preview.3.

v0.29.53 features3 fixes

This release focuses on improving the user experience with streaming API responses and introducing a powerful new `code review` command for automated feedback. Several critical bugs related to network timeouts and code formatting have also been resolved.

v0.29.41 feature3 fixes

This release introduces response streaming via the `--stream` flag, allowing users to see output immediately as it is generated. We have also resolved critical bugs related to command-line argument parsing and environment-specific configuration loading. Performance has been slightly improved for API connection latency.

v0.29.3

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.29.3) which incorporates a specific cherry-pick (c43500c) from a previous pull request. Users should note this is a maintenance release focused on stability rather than introducing new user-facing functionality.

v0.30.0-preview.2

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit (c43500c) to stabilize the v0.30.0-preview.1 branch and create version v0.30.0-preview.2. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this summary section.

v0.30.0-preview.1

This release primarily consists of internal patching and version bumping, specifically cherry-picking commit 261788c into the v0.30.0-preview.0 branch to create version v0.30.0-preview.1. No user-facing features or explicit bug fixes are detailed in these notes.

v0.29.2

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.29.2) which cherry-picks a specific commit to address an immediate issue in the v0.29.1 release line. No new user-facing features or significant functional changes are detailed in these notes.

v0.29.1

This release appears to be a patch update (v0.29.1) focused on internal maintenance, specifically cherry-picking a commit to stabilize the current release branch. No user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in these notes.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260218.ce84b3cb521 features15 fixes

This release introduces significant new capabilities, including initial SDK support with custom skills and dynamic system instructions, alongside new command structure management via the model subcommand. Numerous bug fixes address UI flickering, platform-specific issues like Windows escaping, and improved tool validation, resulting in a more stable and feature-rich experience.

v0.29.018 features17 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to planning capabilities, including the new /plan slash command, support for editing plans with the `replace` tool, and better integration of planning artifacts into workflows. Several critical bugs were fixed, such as resolving agents getting stuck in interactive commands and improving connection stability with retry logic for SSL/TLS errors. Additionally, new features include Vim motion support in the CLI and better management of tool outputs via observation masking and persistence.

v0.30.0-preview.020 features17 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to planning capabilities, including a formalized 5-phase workflow and new settings for managing memory and skills within Plan Mode. Users will benefit from new UI controls like text wrapping in markdown tables and the ability to hide shortcut hints. Several stability fixes address issues related to policy persistence, debug console closing, and rendering consistency.

v0.29.0-preview.5

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to stabilize the current preview version. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this summary section.

v0.29.0-preview.4

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to stabilize the current preview version. Users should note that this is a maintenance release focused on ensuring the stability of version v0.29.0-preview.3.

v0.29.0-preview.3

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.29.0-preview.3) which cherry-picks a specific commit (d0c6a56) from a previous pull request to ensure stability in the current preview branch. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260212.207ac6f2d4 features4 fixes

This release introduces new CLI capabilities, including Ctrl-Z suspension and a prototype clean UI toggle for a more minimal experience. Key fixes address character truncation in markdown mode and improve Plan Mode isolation and policy rule prioritization. Users will also benefit from refined system prompts for better agentic execution.

v0.29.0-preview.2

This release appears to be a maintenance patch, specifically cherry-picking a commit to stabilize the v0.29.0-preview.1 branch into the new v0.29.0-preview.2 version. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260212.099aa96215 features6 fixes

This release focuses heavily on enhancing Plan Mode by allowing skill enablement and validating policy overrides. Key updates include migrating internal models to Gemini 3 and deprecating older tool configuration flags in favor of the new policy engine. Several bugs related to selection mode exiting and environment variable population have also been resolved.

v0.28.21 fix

This patch release primarily addresses a specific conflict encountered during the cherry-picking process for the release branch. Users should note the resolution of this internal integration issue.

v0.28.11 fix

This patch release primarily consists of applying a specific cherry-pick (37f128a) to the v0.28.0-pr-18478 branch. Users should review the linked pull request for details on the specific change included in this minor update.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260211.f5dd1068f2 features2 fixes

This release introduces multi-line text answers for the ask-user tool and enables tool output masking by default for improved privacy. Performance has been boosted through optimized table rendering and better management of large debug logs. Several critical bugs related to debug console closing and MCP discovery have also been resolved.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260211.0d034b8c14 features2 fixes

This release introduces several new capabilities, including the formalization of a 5-phase sequential planning workflow and the ability to limit search results. Users will also find new configuration options to manage memory usage and hide the shortcuts hint UI. Additionally, a critical race condition in policy persistence has been resolved.

v0.30.0-nightly.20260210.8257ec44721 features16 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to tool handling, including observation masking, session-linked storage, and remote configuration for masking thresholds. The core model has been updated with an overhauled system prompt for better rigor, and sub-agents now use XML format. Several stability fixes address issues in plan mode, Windows shell execution, and configuration initialization.

v0.28.014 features16 fixes

This release introduces several new capabilities, including the /prompt-suggest command and support for custom themes in extensions. Key fixes address issues with streaming hook warnings, credential exposure, and Vim mode usability. Users will also benefit from improved startup information display and updated undo/redo keybindings.

v0.29.0-preview.020 features16 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to planning capabilities, including the new /plan slash command, support for editing plans with the `replace` tool, and improved plan execution metrics. Key fixes address stability issues such as agents getting stuck, memory leaks in MCP transport, and improved handling of SSL/TLS errors. Additionally, the CLI now supports Vim motions and operators for better text interaction.

v0.27.41 fix

This patch release primarily addresses conflicts by cherry-picking a specific commit (37f128a) into the release branch. Users should note the application of this specific fix related to PR 18743.

v0.28.0-preview.81 fix

This patch release primarily focuses on applying a specific cherry-pick to resolve conflicts within the release branch. Users should note the application of commit bce1cae to stabilize the current preview version.

v0.28.0-preview.71 fix

This release primarily focuses on maintenance by applying a specific cherry-pick to resolve conflicts within the release branch. Users should note the application of commit 37f128a to ensure build stability for version v0.28.0-preview.7.

v0.28.0-preview.6

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to stabilize version v0.28.0-preview.5 into the new preview version v0.28.0-preview.6. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary.

v0.28.0-preview.5

This release appears to be a maintenance patch, specifically cherry-picking commit ec5836c into the v0.28.0-preview.4 branch to create version v0.28.0-preview.5. No user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in these notes.

v0.28.0-preview.4

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.28.0-preview.4) based on cherry-picking a specific commit (1cae5ab) to the previous preview version. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this summary section.

v0.27.3

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.27.3) applied via cherry-picking a specific commit to address an immediate issue in version v0.27.2. No new user-facing features or detailed bug fixes are explicitly listed in this summary section.

v0.29.0-nightly.20260206.4ffc349c18 features6 fixes

This release introduces significant enhancements to planning capabilities, including support for the `replace` tool and MCP server integration in plan mode. Key fixes address transient SSL/TLS errors and resolve an infinite loop when using external editors. Users will also benefit from new Vim motion support and improved input prompt autocomplete.

v0.28.0-preview.3

This release primarily focuses on patching the v0.28.0-preview.2 version to create v0.28.0-preview.3. The changes involve cherry-picking a specific commit to ensure stability in the preview branch.

v0.28.0-preview.2

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to stabilize the v0.28.0-preview.1 branch into the new v0.28.0-preview.2 version. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this summary.

v0.27.2

This release appears to be a patch update (v0.27.2) based on cherry-picking a specific commit from the previous release branch. No user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary section.

v0.27.1

This release is a patch update (v0.27.1) focused on incorporating a specific cherry-pick (a8b4c38) from a pull request to stabilize the current version. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes are detailed in this summary.

v0.29.0-nightly.20260205.a3af4a8ca21 features12 fixes

This release introduces significant planning capabilities, including the new `/plan` slash command and tools to enter and exit plan mode. Key updates also include automatic theme switching based on the terminal environment and enhanced security measures like requiring user consent for MCP server OAuth. Several bug fixes address regressions in navigation and improve stability across various modes.

v0.28.0-preview.1

This release primarily focuses on patching the v0.28.0-preview.0 version to create v0.28.0-preview.1. The changes involve cherry-picking a specific commit to ensure stability in the preview branch.

v0.27.022 features13 fixes

This release introduces significant new capabilities, including the event-driven tool execution scheduler and the new code-reviewer skill. Several core improvements focus on stability, such as fixing issues with authentication failures and improving GitHub workstream rollup efficiency. Users will also benefit from the new /rewind command and enhanced planning features like configurable approval modes.

v0.28.0-preview.015 features16 fixes

This release introduces several new features, including the /prompt-suggest command, support for Positron IDE, and improved OAuth consent flows. Key fixes address issues with MIME type verification, session restoration, and Vim mode usability. Users will also benefit from UX refinements like updated keybindings and clearer settings visibility.

v0.27.0-preview.81 fix

This release primarily focuses on applying a specific patch (8cae90f) to the current preview branch to resolve conflicts encountered during the build process. Users should note that this is a maintenance update addressing integration issues.

v0.27.0-preview.7

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to stabilize version v0.27.0-preview.6. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this summary.

v0.27.0-preview.6

This release primarily consists of a patch update, cherry-picking a specific commit to ensure stability in the v0.27.0-preview.5 branch. Users should note this is a maintenance update focused on incorporating recent fixes into the current preview version.

v0.27.0-preview.5

This release primarily consists of a patch update (v0.27.0-preview.5) applied via cherry-picking an earlier commit. No new user-facing features or specific bug fixes were detailed in this brief announcement.

v0.27.0-preview.4

This release primarily focuses on patching the previous preview version (v0.27.0-preview.3) to create the new preview version (v0.27.0-preview.4). The changes are internal cherry-picks aimed at stabilizing the current preview branch.

v0.28.0-nightly.20260202.707b3e85d1 feature1 fix

This release introduces support for session resume, allowing users to pick up ongoing sessions. A key fix addresses an issue where the Escape key failed to cancel streaming output. Additionally, stability improvements were made to the continuous integration process regarding stale Pull Request handling.

v0.28.0-nightly.20260201.b0f38104d8 features6 fixes

This release introduces significant new capabilities, including support for background shell commands and interactive/non-interactive OAuth consent flows. Key fixes address issues with Vim mode keybindings, content verbosity during Rewind/Resume, and improved input handling for signals like Ctrl-C. Performance has also been optimized for token calculation.