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

# Chat Modes

> Switch between Build, Plan, and Inspire modes depending on where you are in your design process

Superdesign offers three chat modes, each designed for a different stage of your design process.
You can switch modes anytime depending on how clear your idea is.

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## Build

Build mode is where actual design happens.

**Use this mode to:**

* Generate screens, flows, and components
* Iterate on existing designs
* Make concrete changes to the canvas

The agent assumes you want direct output, not discussion. Use Build when you know what you want to make.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/superdesign/p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG/images/chatmodes_1.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG&q=85&s=db48e68e4760180ae4fd0142438b0a0b" alt="Build mode in Superdesign" width="1836" height="1488" data-path="images/chatmodes_1.png" />
</Frame>

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## Plan

Plan mode helps you think before building. Use this when your idea is still vague.

**The agent may:**

* Ask clarifying questions
* Suggest structure, scope, or approach
* Help define requirements and constraints

Once the plan is clear, switch back to Build to implement. Plan mode is for alignment before execution.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/superdesign/p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG/images/chatmodes_2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG&q=85&s=877f22be1c9f85e1cf8362a745d08c74" alt="Plan mode in Superdesign" width="1710" height="1450" data-path="images/chatmodes_2.png" />
</Frame>

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## Inspire

Inspire mode is for exploration and references. Use this when you're unsure about:

* Layout direction
* Visual style
* Interaction patterns

**Browse inspirations by:**

* Layout
* Style
* Animation
* UI components

**You can:**

* Add inspirations to the canvas
* Copy layout or style
* Pin references for later use

Inspire mode helps you find direction before deciding.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/superdesign/p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG/images/chatmodes_3.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=p70PKB9ml8WkWOUG&q=85&s=87a4ccace01044988af686cb3b849bc3" alt="Inspire mode in Superdesign" width="1272" height="1392" data-path="images/chatmodes_3.png" />
</Frame>

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## How to Think About Modes

| Mode        | Purpose              |
| ----------- | -------------------- |
| **Inspire** | Find ideas           |
| **Plan**    | Decide what to build |
| **Build**   | Make it real         |

You're free to move between modes at any time — Superdesign adapts to how you think, not the other way around.