# AI Shell — Natural Language to Shell Commands

> AI Shell converts natural language into shell commands using AI. 5.2K+ stars. 13+ languages, chat mode, custom endpoints. MIT. By Builder.io.

## Install

Save as a script file and run:

## Quick Use

```bash
# Install
npm install -g @builder.io/ai-shell

# Set API key
ai config set OPENAI_KEY=sk-...

# Convert natural language to commands
ai "list all log files larger than 10MB"
# Suggests: find . -name "*.log" -size +10M
# [E]xecute, [R]evise, [C]ancel

# Chat mode
ai chat
```

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## Intro

AI Shell is a CLI tool that converts natural language into shell commands using AI, inspired by GitHub Copilot X CLI. With 5,200+ GitHub stars and MIT license by Builder.io, it supports 13+ languages, interactive chat mode, silent mode for scripting, custom OpenAI API endpoints, and a visual config UI. Describe what you want in plain English, get executable commands with explanations.

**Best for**: Developers who want natural language shell command generation
**Works with**: Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Windsurf

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## Key Features

- Natural language to shell commands
- 13+ language support
- Interactive chat mode
- Execute, revise, or cancel suggestions
- Custom API endpoints
- Silent mode for automation

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### FAQ

**Q: What is AI Shell?**
A: Natural language to shell commands with 5.2K+ stars. 13+ languages, chat mode, by Builder.io. MIT.

**Q: How do I install AI Shell?**
A: npm install -g @builder.io/ai-shell. Then ai "your command description".

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## Source & Thanks

> Created by [Builder.io](https://github.com/BuilderIO). MIT.
> [BuilderIO/ai-shell](https://github.com/BuilderIO/ai-shell) — 5,200+ GitHub stars

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Source: https://tokrepo.com/en/workflows/da61dedb-cb50-41f6-bb0c-72013a520bd6
Author: Script Depot