Use Gemini Code Assist agent mode in IntelliJ (Preview)
Gemini
Update from:July 31, 2025
IntelliJ Gemini Code Assist 1.23.3
Use Gemini Code Assist agent mode in IntelliJ (Preview)Stay in control with interactive reviews and approvals
You can use Gemini Code Assist chat in agent mode to complete complex, multi-step tasks and goals with complete control over every change. Before making any modifications, the agent will present a plan for your review. You can edit, ask for changes, approve, or deny any suggested changes. This collaborative approach combines the power of AI with your expertise, resulting in better code and a more efficient workflow.
To get started with agent mode, restart your IDE and follow the instructions in Use agentic chat as a pair programmer.
Auto Approve mode lets the Agent act on your behalf
Enable auto approve mode to let the agent act on your behalf. Once the agent is done you can review and roll back changes as you see fit.
VS Code Gemini Code Assist 2.43.0
Use agent mode in Gemini Code Assist for VS Code (Preview)
Tackle complex tasks with Gemini Code Assist agent mode for VS Code
Gemini Code Assist agent mode is available for all users. Describe your goal, and Gemini will create a plan for you to review and approve before any code is changed. This update removes the insiders channel requirement, and includes persistent agent mode or interactive chat state between IDE restarts, real-time shell command output, and faster UI performance. This collaborative approach
combines AI power with your expertise, enabling you to complete multi-step tasks with complete control and efficiency.
To get started with agent mode, see Use agentic chat as a pair programmer.
VS Code Gemini Code Assist 2.43.0
Effectively collaborate with your agent with the improved diff view functionality (Preview)
We've enhanced Gemini Code Assist agent mode with powerful new editing capabilities. You can edit code changes directly in the integrated Diff view for precise, on-the-fly adjustments. To improve clarity, we've also added inline diffs directly in the chat, making it easier to see proposed changes at a glance. These features give you unparalleled control and a more efficient way to refine AI-suggested code.
