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title: "Install GCP Command Line Tools"
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## **GCloud CLI**

One tool that is required is the GCloud CLI. The steps to install the GCloud CLI will vary depending on your operating system. Visit <u>[https://cloud.google.com/sdk/gcloud/](https://cloud.google.com/sdk/gcloud/)</u> for installation instructions and to download the installer for your operating system.

Make sure to install the GCloud CLI before proceeding through this guide. Once installed, run the command **gcloud auth login** to login and start your session. This will open a browser window. Follow the prompts to complete the login process.