Plan Mode
Transform ideas into robust implementation plans with intelligent requirement clarification
In Plan Mode, Verdent transforms informal ideas into implementation plans through structured requirement clarification. Collaborative dialogue and iterative refinement ensure alignment before implementation begins.
What You'll Learn
- When to use Plan Mode
- The collaborative planning workflow
- Intelligent requirement clarification
- Plan generation
When Plan Mode is Useful
Plan Mode is especially valuable in these scenarios:
| Scenario | Situation | How Verdent Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Incomplete Ideas | You have an idea but haven't figured out the path yet. You're unsure how long it will take or where to start. | You don't need to think everything through before starting. Turn a vague idea into an executable plan. Even a single sentence or incomplete thought is enough to begin. |
| Plan Validation | You have a plan in mind but aren't sure it covers everything. You have experience and a rough approach, but you're unsure whether you've covered all cases. | Verdent checks for gaps and stabilizes the plan. Turns "this should probably work" into a reliable outcome. Proactively fills missing pieces and validates risks. |
Plan Mode Workflow
Switch to Plan Mode
Press Shift+Tab (macOS: Cmd+.; Windows: Ctrl+.) to switch. Describe your idea. Incomplete is totally fine.
Proactive Clarification
Brainstorm together, clarify goals, surface gaps and risks. Verdent helps articulate the problem clearly.
Stay in Control
Accept, modify, or skip suggestions without being blocked by rigid workflows.
Generate Executable Plan
Scattered ideas are organized into clear, structured steps with workflow charts.
One-Click Execution
Every step is visible, pausable, and editable. Full transparency throughout.
Clear Delivery
Complete summary plus clear explanation of code changes when finished.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Mode Selection | Plan Mode collaborates with you to define the plan, then executes once aligned |
| Interactive Clarification | Verdent actively asks questions to remove ambiguity from the task |
| Structured Planning | Fragmented thoughts are organized into clear plans with workflow charts |
Intelligent Requirement Clarification
Verdent engages as a technical partner:
Multi-turn conversations to uncover implicit requirements:
- Edge case identification and technical constraint discovery
- Proactive ambiguity resolution before implementation
- Iterative refinement through collaborative discussion
Applies software engineering best practices:
- Suggests optimal approaches, design patterns, and technology choices
- Presents trade-off analysis with pros/cons for informed decision-making
- Recommends industry-standard solutions and frameworks
Supports convenient clarification interactions:
- Modifying clarification options
- Additional information and context
- Skipping clarifications
- Rolling back changes and resubmitting
Clarification Loop
In Plan Mode, Verdent asks clarifying questions through an interactive questionnaire, allowing collaborative requirement confirmation before implementation.
- Multiple choice - Select from predefined answer options
- Custom answers - Craft your own answer when choices don't fit
- Mixed approach - Select an option and add custom clarification
Refinement Controls
Available interactions during the clarification loop:
- Modify Options - Adjust the multiple choice options presented to better match your context
- Skip Clarifications - Proceed with Verdent's best judgment when requirements are clear enough
- Rollback Changes - Revert to previous clarification state and resubmit different answers
Plan Generation
Verdent generates developer-ready plans that include:
- High-level summary of goals, scope, and success criteria
- Component structure and relationships
- Data models and API contracts
- Technology stack considerations
FAQs
How do I switch to Plan Mode?
Press Shift+Tab (macOS: Cmd+.; Windows: Ctrl+.) to toggle between Plan Mode and Agent Mode. You can also click the Switch Mode button in the input box.
When should I use Plan Mode instead of Agent Mode?
Use Plan Mode for complex features, architectural decisions, or when you want to review the approach before implementation. Use Agent Mode for straightforward tasks.
Can I skip the clarification questions?
Yes. Use the Skip Clarifications option to proceed with Verdent's best judgment when requirements are clear enough.
Will my plan be saved?
Ask Verdent to save the plan as a markdown file for future reference.
Can I modify a plan before executing?
You can ask Verdent to revise the plan in Plan Mode. Once satisfied, switch to Agent Mode to execute.
Does Plan Mode use credits?
Yes. Plan Mode operations consume credits based on the model used and tokens processed, similar to Agent Mode.