> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.hermesvoice.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Vibecode Mode

> Track AI responses, control media, and move files fast while you code.

## 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.

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## Supported apps

Vibecode Mode works with native apps:

* **Terminal apps**: iTerm2, Terminal, Warp, Hyper
* **AI code editors**: Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code with Copilot

Browser-based chatbots are not supported.

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## 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

<Tip>
  Status pills only appear in supported coding apps. Everywhere else, Hermes works normally without the pills.
</Tip>

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## How to start tracking

1. Open a supported app
2. Hover over the Hermes bar and click the eye button
3. Use your AI assistant - Hermes will show a status pill and notify you when it finishes

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## 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

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## 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.

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## 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 |

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## Set it up

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Vibecode settings">
    Go to **Settings -> Vibecode**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable tracking and alerts">
    Turn on Vibecode Mode and configure sound or auto-redirect if you want them.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create open folder triggers">
    Go to **Settings -> Triggers** and create a trigger using the **Open Folder** action.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Vibecode Settings" icon="code" href="/settings/vibecode">
    Tracking, alerts, and auto-pause video options.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Default Triggers" icon="bolt" href="/triggers/defaults">
    Built-in voice commands and how to customize them.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>