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When to use Plan Mode

Decide when Plan Mode fits. Name the lesson detail that supports your choice before you act.

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By the end, a reviewed plan names scope, files, checks and risks before you click Build.

Agent and Plan Mode
Cursor showing a Plan Mode document with current state, target architecture and build controls.

Use Plan Mode when a change needs research, named files, checks and risks before edits begin.