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CLI Launcher Documentation

Everything you need to install, configure, and get the most out of CLI Launcher — the native desktop panel that installs, updates, and launches 34+ terminal AI coding agents from one place.

Installation
One-line installers for macOS, Linux, and Windows, plus native packages.
Quick Start
Set a working directory, install an agent, and launch it in under two minutes.
Supported Agents
The full, filterable catalog of 34+ agents CLI Launcher can manage.
YOLO Mode
Run agents unattended with auto-approve flags — and why to use it carefully.

What is CLI Launcher?

CLI Launcher is a free, open-source desktop application for terminal AI coding agents. Instead of juggling a dozen global installs, separate terminals, and hand-edited launch commands, you get a single panel that installs, updates, and launches every agent side by side.

Pick a working directory, search the built-in catalog, install an agent with one click, and open it in a terminal — or spin up several at once. Updates, repairs, and removals all happen from the same interface.

Not a sandbox

CLI Launcher is a management panel, not a sandbox. It installs and launches agents using your system's existing Node, Python, or standalone runtimes — it does not create isolated environments. See the FAQ for details.

Why developers use it

  • One panel, every agent. Manage Claude Code, OpenCode, Gemini CLI, Aider, Codex, and 28+ more from a single window.
  • Real package strings. Every entry ships with its verified npm / pip / standalone package so you can trust what gets installed.
  • YOLO Mode. Flip one switch to launch supported agents with their auto-approve flags for fully unattended runs.
  • Native & portable. Signed .dmg, .msi, and .AppImage builds, plus a one-line script installer.
  • Light & dark, your way. A flat design system that follows your system theme and persists your choice.

Install in one line

The fastest way to try CLI Launcher is the one-line installer:

curl -fsSL https://cli-launcher.veyl.in/install.sh | bash

Windows and graphical install options are covered in Installation.

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