> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.abs.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# ZKsync CLI

> Learn how to use the ZKsync CLI to interact with Abstract or a local Abstract node.

As Abstract is built on the [ZK Stack](https://docs.zksync.io/zk-stack), you can use the
[ZKsync CLI](https://docs.zksync.io/build/zksync-cli) to interact with Abstract directly, or run your own local Abstract node.
The ZKsync CLI helps simplify the setup, development, testing and deployment of contracts on Abstract.

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  Ensure you have the following installed on your machine:

  * [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/download/) v18.0.0 or later.
  * [Docker](https://docs.docker.com/get-docker/) for running a local Abstract
    node.
</Accordion>

## Install ZKsync CLI

To install the ZKsync CLI, run the following command:

```bash theme={null}
npm install -g zksync-cli
```

## Available Commands

Run any of the below commands with the `zksync-cli` prefix:

```bash theme={null}
# For example, to create a new project:
zksync-cli create
```

| Command         | Description                                                                   |
| --------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| `dev`           | Start a local development environment with Abstract and Ethereum nodes.       |
| `create`        | Scaffold new projects using templates for frontend, contracts, and scripting. |
| `contract`      | Read and write data to Abstract contracts without building UI.                |
| `transaction`   | Fetch and display detailed information about a specific transaction.          |
| `wallet`        | Manage Abstract wallet assets, including transfers and balance checks.        |
| `bridge`        | Perform deposits and withdrawals between Ethereum and Abstract.               |
| `config chains` | Add or edit custom chains for flexible testing and development.               |

Learn more on the official [ZKsync CLI documentation](https://docs.zksync.io/build/zksync-cli).