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Grok CLI is a streamlined command-line AI assistant that enables quick access to Z.AI’s GLM models for conversation and code generation.

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Step 1: Installing Grok CLI

Install Grok CLI globally via npm: 
npm install -g @vibe-kit/grok-cli

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Step 2: Environment Configuration

Set the API base URL and API Key: 
export GROK_BASE_URL="https://api.z.ai/api/coding/paas/v4"  
export GROK_API_KEY="your_api_key"

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Step 3: Getting Started

Launch Grok CLI with a specified model: 
grok --model glm-4.7
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Notes

Important Note: Grok CLI currently has limited compatibility with thinking models, and thinking content will be displayed in full. Recommendations:
  • Wait for Grok CLI to improve compatibility with thinking models
  • Or use non-thinking versions of the models