---
name: "gh-extension-exec"
section: "1"
platform: "linux"
package: "github-cli"
version: "2.102.1-1"
release: "Arch Linux 2026-11-01"
platforms: ["linux"]
url: "https://new.carta.tech/gh-extension-exec"
---

# gh-extension-exec(1)

Execute an installed extension

## NAME

gh-extension-exec - Execute an installed extension

## SYNOPSIS

**gh extension exec \<name\> \[args\] \[flags\]**

## DESCRIPTION

Execute an extension using the short name. For example, if the extension repository is **owner/gh-extension**, you should pass **extension**. You can use this command when the short name conflicts with a core gh command.

All arguments after the extension name will be forwarded to the executable of the extension.

## EXIT CODES

0: Successful execution

1: Error

2: Command canceled

4: Authentication required

NOTE: Specific commands may have additional exit codes. Refer to the command's help for more information.

## EXAMPLE

```
# Execute a label extension instead of the core gh label command
$ gh extension exec label
```

## SEE ALSO

**[gh-extension(1)](/gh-extension/1.md)**