google-gemini/gemini-cli

Provide a method to set the timeout duration for any tool calling.

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#3375 opened on Jul 6, 2025

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Description

What would you like to be added?

I would like a setting that defines the execution time for each tool invocation.

Why is this needed?

I hope there is a way to clearly define the execution time of Tool calling, because sometimes there is an issue of shell command invocation taking too long, and I would like to limit the total duration of tool invocation from Gemini CLI.

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Contributor guide

Tech stack
typescriptnodejs
Domain
cli
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
TypeScript basicsCLI development concepts
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
70
Research direction
The tool calling logic is likely in `src/tools/`. Check for existing timeout patterns (e.g., in HTTP calls). Add a timeout option to the tool execution function and expose it via CLI flag or config. Review issue comments for maintainer input.