# npx (npx)

A companion tool to `npm` that runs a command-line package directly without permanently installing it on your computer.

**Example:** For example, `npx vercel login` runs the Vercel tool to connect your account without requiring a separate global install.


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Source: [Agentic Makers](https://agenticmakers.app/en/glossary/npx) · License: CC BY 4.0