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Using Gordon in Docker Desktop

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Availability: Beta
Requires: Docker Desktop 4.61.0 or later

Gordon is integrated into Docker Desktop. Access it from the sidebar to open the Gordon view.

Basic usage

To access Gordon:

  1. Open Docker Desktop and sign in to your Docker account.
  2. Select Ask Gordon in the sidebar.
  3. Type your question or request in the input field.
  4. Press Enter or select the send button.

Gordon responds in the chat view and maintains context throughout the session.

Working directory

The working directory sets the default context for Gordon's file operations. Select your working directory when you start Gordon or use the directory icon to change it during a conversation:

  1. Select the directory icon in the Gordon input area.
  2. Browse and select a different directory.

Disabling Gordon

To disable Gordon:

  1. Open Docker Desktop Settings.
  2. Navigate to the Beta features section.
  3. Clear the Enable Docker AI option.
  4. Select Apply.

Configure tools

You can control which tools Gordon has access to. See Configure tools for details on enabling, disabling, and fine-tuning tool permissions.