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Overview

Plan mode helps you scope what you want to build before any changes are made. Like a Product Manager, Zite asks questions when needed, and then generates an editable plan. Plan mode uses Zite Max (the most capable model) to create a plan document summarizing what will be built, including scope, data, integrations, key assumptions, and what’s out of scope. When to use Plan mode
  • You’re starting a new app and want to think through requirements
  • Your request is large or ambiguous, and you want a clear scope
  • You need to align with teammates before building
  • You want to avoid rework by deciding key details up front
While Plan mode does consume credits, it often reduces overall credit usage by encouraging more thoughtful planning before changes are made.

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How to use Plan mode

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Switch to Plan mode

On the lower left, click the Mode and choose Plan.Screenshot2026 01 09at3 25 07PM 5Alternatively, you can press Shift + Tab on your keyboard.
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Describe what you want to plan

Type the task you’d like to plan in the chat box.Screenshot 2026 01 09 At 4 41 32 PM
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Answer clarifying questions (optional)

If Zite needs details, it can ask a few focused multiple-choice questions.Screenshot 2026 01 09 At 4 42 36 PM
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Review and edit the plan

You can click anywhere on the plan document to edit scope, wording, or decisions.Screenshot2026 01 09at4 46 04PM 1
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Build the plan

Click Build plan when you’re ready. Zite will switch to Build mode and execute what you approved.

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Refine the plan

After a plan is created, you can click Help me plan to refine it. Zite will ask 2–5 quick questions to help finalize decisions before you build. Screenshot 2026 01 09 At 4 49 58 PM

Build mode

Ask Zite to make changes to your app directly.

Chat mode

Ask questions or get suggestions without changing your app.

Editor modes

An overview of Zite’s Build, Plan, and Chat modes.