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Gemini CLI introduces plan mode, a read-only exploration mode that analyzes codebases and plans complex changes before any modifications are made.
•Plan mode restricts the agent to read-only tools such as read_file, grep_search, and glob, preventing accidental file modifications or executions
•The new ask_user tool enables bi-directional communication, allowing the agent to pause and request clarification on goals, architectural choices, or missing configuration details
•Plan mode supports read-only MCP tools, enabling context gathering from external sources like GitHub issues, Postgres schemas, and Google Docs
•The Conductor extension leverages plan mode for multi-step development workflows, performing exhaustive pre-flight checks and confirming critical decisions at each milestone
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Plan mode is enabled by default and accessible via /plan command, Shift+Tab cycling, or by asking the agent to "start a plan for..."
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