Plan mode lets the AI break complex tasks into steps before executing them.
Plan Mode
When you ask the AI to perform a complex task, it can generate a plan first:
- Generate — AI analyzes the task and creates a step-by-step plan
- Review — you read the plan and suggest modifications
- Accept — approve the plan to begin execution
- Execute — AI follows the plan, requesting tool approvals as needed
Cascade Flow
Cascade flow chains multiple AI operations together. Each step feeds its output into the next, creating a pipeline of AI actions.
Debug Mode
When something goes wrong, debug mode helps the AI:
- Analyze error messages and stack traces
- Read relevant source files for context
- Suggest and apply fixes
- Verify the fix resolves the issue
Workflow Markers
The AI uses workflow markers to communicate its current phase:
- Brainstorm — exploring approaches and trade-offs
- TDD — test-driven development (red/green/refactor)
- Verification — checking that changes work correctly
These markers appear in both VS Code and the mobile app.