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If you want to build an app from scratch with Kilo Code, here’s how to use the different modes and instruct them:

Where to Start

  • Start in Orchestrator Mode if your project is complex or involves multiple steps (like building a full app). Orchestrator Mode will help break down your big goal into smaller, specialized subtasks and assign them to the right modes automatically[1][2].

When to Use Each Mode

  • Orchestrator Mode: Use this to manage the overall workflow. It coordinates tasks, delegates subtasks (like planning, coding, debugging), and keeps your main conversation focused on high-level progress[1][2].
  • Architect Mode: Use when you need to design your system, plan features, or make architectural decisions. Architect Mode helps you create plans, diagrams, and documentation, but won’t modify your codebase directly[1][3][4].
  • Coder (Code) Mode: Use for hands-on implementation—writing code, building features, and making changes to your files. This mode has full access to your project and is ideal for actual development work[3][5][4].
  • Debugger Mode: Use when you need to find and fix bugs. Debugger Mode specializes in troubleshooting, running diagnostics, and resolving errors in your codebase[3][5][4].

How to Instruct Each Mode

  • Switch Modes: You can switch modes via the dropdown menu, slash commands (e.g., /architect, /code), or keyboard shortcuts (e.g., ⌘ + . on Mac, Ctrl + . on Windows/Linux)[3].
  • Direct Instructions: When in a mode, just type your instructions or questions in the chat input. For example:
    • In Architect Mode: “Design a scalable backend for a note-taking app.”
    • In Code Mode: “Implement the user authentication feature.”
    • In Debug Mode: “Fix the bug causing login failures.”
  • Orchestrator Mode: Describe your overall goal (e.g., “Build a note organizer app with search and tagging”). Orchestrator will suggest how to break it down and automatically switch to the right modes for each subtask[1][2].

Typical Workflow

  1. Start in Orchestrator Mode: Describe your app idea and main requirements.
  2. Architect Mode: Kilo will switch to Architect Mode to help plan and design the app.
  3. Code Mode: After planning, Kilo will move to Code Mode to implement the plan.
  4. Debug Mode: Once features are built, switch to Debug Mode to test and fix any issues.
  5. Repeat as Needed: You can manually switch modes or let Orchestrator handle transitions for you[1][3][2].

This approach lets you focus on your goals while Kilo Code uses the best tools for each stage of development.

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