
Zed Agent
Zed Agent is the editor’s native coding agent, combining project context, file editing, terminal tools and Zed-managed MCP integrations.

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Zed Agent is the editor’s native coding agent, combining project context, file editing, terminal tools and Zed-managed MCP integrations.
Key Features
- Read and search a project, edit files and run commands.
- Use configured agent profiles, skills and MCP tools.
Use Cases
Read project context, make code changes and review the results in a coding-agent workflow.
Setup or Requirements
Open Zed’s Agent Panel and configure a supported model provider. Add MCP servers and select the tools or profile appropriate to the project.
Limitations
Zed’s native agent uses Zed configuration; external ACP agents may use their own authentication and settings.
Sources
- Project documentation: https://zed.dev/docs/ai/zed-agent
- Setup reference: https://zed.dev/docs/ai/quick-start
- Setup reference: https://zed.dev/docs/ai/mcp
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