Zowe CLI plug-ins

You can install plug-ins to extend the capabilities of Zowe™ CLI. CLI Plug-ins for third-party applications are also available.

Plug-ins add functionality to the product in the form of new command groups, actions, objects, and options.

Important

Plug-ins can gain control of Zowe CLI legitimately during the execution of every command. Install third-party plug-ins at your own risk.

You can install the following Zowe plug-ins:

• IBM® CICS® Plug-in for Zowe CLI
• IBM® Db2® Plug-in for Zowe CLI
• IBM z/OS FTP Plug-in for Zowe CLI
• IBM MQ Plug-in for Zowe CLI
• Third-party Zowe Conformant Plug-ins

Use either of the following methods to install plug-ins:

• Install from an online NPM registry. Use this method when your computer can access the Internet.

  For more information, see Installing plug-ins from an online registry.

• Install from a local package. With this method, you download and install the plug-ins from a bundled set of .tgz files. Use this method when your computer cannot access the Internet.

  For more information, see Installing plug-ins from a local package.