What is Vibecode Mode?
Vibecode Mode keeps Hermes in sync with your coding apps so you can stay in flow. It adds live status pills, a quick file browser under the Hermes bar, and smart media controls when you switch focus.Supported apps
Vibecode Mode works with native apps:- Terminal apps: iTerm2, Terminal, Warp, Hyper
- AI code editors: Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code with Copilot
Live status pills
When you use Hermes in supported coding apps, Vibecode Mode shows a small status pill for each AI response:- Live status - See when a response is generating, done, or needs attention
- Jump back - Click the pill to return to the app and response instantly
- Optional alerts - Play a sound or auto-redirect when the response finishes
How to start tracking
- Open a supported app
- Hover over the Hermes bar and click the eye button
- Use your AI assistant - Hermes will show a status pill and notify you when it finishes
Quick file browser under the Hermes bar
A compact browser appears beneath the Hermes bar so you can move files without breaking your flow. You can:- Search with voice - Say “find …” to search your files
- Browse folders - Expand folders and preview items
- Drag files out - Drop files into your editor, chat, or desktop
Automatic file surfacing
New screenshots and downloads appear automatically in the quick-access browser, so the latest files are always one gesture away. Control this in Settings -> Defaults with Show new files automatically, and optionally set custom screenshot and downloads folders.Voice commands
These commands work best with Vibecode Mode enabled:| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
| ”find …” | Searches files in the quick file browser |
| ”screenshot” | Takes a screenshot and surfaces it immediately |
| ”screen record” | Opens the macOS screen recording toolbar |
| Custom “open folder …” | Use the Open Folder action to open a specific folder |
Set it up
Enable tracking and alerts
Turn on Vibecode Mode and configure sound or auto-redirect if you want them.
Related
Vibecode Settings
Tracking, alerts, and auto-pause video options.
Default Triggers
Built-in voice commands and how to customize them.