1# AI
 2
 3Zed integrates AI throughout the editor: agentic coding, inline transformations, edit prediction, and direct model conversations.
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 5## How Zed approaches AI
 6
 7Zed's AI features run inside a native, GPU-accelerated application built in Rust. There is no Electron layer between you and the model output.
 8
 9- **Open source.** The editor and all AI features are [open source](https://github.com/zed-industries/zed). You can read how AI is implemented, how data flows to providers, and how tool calls execute.
10- **Multi-model.** Use Zed's hosted models or [bring your own API keys](./llm-providers.md) from Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, Ollama, and 8+ other providers. Run local models, connect to cloud APIs, or mix both. Switch models per task.
11- **External agents.** Run Claude Agent, Gemini CLI, Codex, and other CLI-based agents directly in Zed through the [Agent Client Protocol](https://zed.dev/acp). See [External Agents](./external-agents.md).
12- **Privacy by default.** AI data sharing is opt-in. When you use your own API keys, Zed maintains zero-data retention agreements with providers. See [Privacy and Security](./privacy-and-security.md).
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14## Agentic editing
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16The [Agent Panel](./agent-panel.md) is where you work with AI agents. Agents can read files, edit code, run terminal commands, search the web, and access diagnostics through [built-in tools](./tools.md).
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18You can extend agents with additional tools through [MCP servers](./mcp.md), control what they can access with [tool permissions](./tool-permissions.md), and shape their behavior with [rules](./rules.md).
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20The [Inline Assistant](./inline-assistant.md) works differently: select code or a terminal command, describe what you want, and the model rewrites the selection in place. It works with multiple cursors.
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22## Code completions
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24[Edit Prediction](./edit-prediction.md) provides AI code completions on every keystroke. Each keypress sends a request to the prediction provider, which returns single or multi-line suggestions you accept with `tab`.
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26The default provider is Zeta, Zed's open-source model trained on open data. You can also use GitHub Copilot, Supermaven, or Codestral.
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28## Text threads
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30[Text Threads](./text-threads.md) are conversations with models inside any buffer. They work like a regular editor with your keybindings, multiple cursors, and standard editing features. Content is organized into message blocks with roles (You, Assistant, System).
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32## Getting started
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34- [Configuration](./configuration.md): Connect to Anthropic, OpenAI, Ollama, Google AI, or other LLM providers.
35- [External Agents](./external-agents.md): Run Claude Agent, Codex, Aider, or other external agents inside Zed.
36- [Subscription](./subscription.md): Zed's hosted models and billing.
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38- [Privacy and Security](./privacy-and-security.md): How Zed handles data when using AI features.
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40## Agentic Editing
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42- [Agent Panel](./agent-panel.md): Chat with AI agents that can read, write, and run code in your project.
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44- [Rules](./rules.md): Define specific instructions for AI behavior.
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46- [Tools](./tools.md): The built-in capabilities agents use: file operations, terminal commands, web search.
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48- [Tool Permissions](./tool-permissions.md): Configure granular permission rules for agent tool actions.
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50- [Model Context Protocol](./mcp.md): Extend agents with custom tools via MCP servers.
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52- [Inline Assistant](./inline-assistant.md): Transform selected code or terminal output with `ctrl-enter`.
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54## Edit Prediction
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56- [Edit Prediction](./edit-prediction.md): AI-powered autocomplete that predicts multi-line edits as you type.
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58## Text Threads
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60- [Text Threads](./text-threads.md): Lightweight conversations with models inside any buffer.