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Chat Mode Quick Start

Get started with Prometheus’s AI chat assistant to solve coding problems directly in your IDE, with features for code context sharing, codebase search, and applying generated solutions to your files
Chat makes it easy to ask for help from an AI without leaving your IDE. Get explanations, generate code, and iterate on solutions conversationally.

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How to Use Chat - Basic Usage

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How to Start a Conversation

Type your question or request in the chat input and press Enter. Examples:
  • “Explain this function”
  • “How do I handle errors in this code?”
  • “Generate a test for this component”

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How to Include Code Context

Select code in your editor, then use the keyboard shortcut to include it in your chat:
  • VS Code
  • JetBrains
Press Cmd/Ctrl + L to send selected code to chat Press Cmd/Ctrl + J to send selected code to chat

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How to Use @ for Additional Context

Type @ to include specific context:
  • @Files - Reference specific files
  • @Terminal - Include terminal output

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How to Work with Responses

When the AI provides code in its response, you’ll see action buttons:
  • Apply to current file - Replace your selected code
  • Insert at cursor - Add code at your cursor position
  • Copy - Copy code to clipboard

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What Are the Pro Tips for Chat

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Start Fresh

Press Cmd/Ctrl + L (VS Code) or Cmd/Ctrl + J (JetBrains) in an empty chat to start a new session.

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Be Specific

Include details about:
  • What you’re trying to accomplish
  • Any constraints or requirements
  • Your preferred coding style or patterns

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Iterate

If the first response isn’t perfect:
  • Ask follow-up questions
  • Request modifications
  • Provide additional context

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What Are Common Use Cases for Chat

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Code Explanation

Select confusing code and ask “What does this code do?”

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Bug Fixing

Include error messages and ask “How do I fix this error?”

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Code Generation

Describe what you want: “Create a React component that displays a user profile”

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Refactoring

Select code and ask “How can I make this more efficient?”
Chat is designed for quick interactions and iterative problem-solving. Don’t hesitate to ask follow-up questions!