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# nmcli device

> Manage network interfaces and establish new Wi-Fi connections using NetworkManager.
> More information: <https://networkmanager.pages.freedesktop.org/NetworkManager/NetworkManager/nmcli.html#device>.

- Print the statuses of all network interfaces:

`nmcli {{[d|device]}}`

- Print the available Wi-Fi access points:

`nmcli {{[d|device]}} {{[w|wifi]}}`

- Connect to a Wi-Fi network with the specified SSID (you will be prompted for a password):

`nmcli {{[d|device]}} {{[w|wifi]}} {{[c|connect]}} {{ssid}} {{[-a|--ask]}}`

- Print the password and QR code for the current Wi-Fi network:

`nmcli {{[d|device]}} {{[w|wifi]}} {{[s|show-password]}}`

- Print detailed information about a device:

`nmcli {{[d|device]}} {{[sh|show]}} {{wlan0}}`
