Build and Plan mode switch

Example workflows

Starting points built from this record, not transcripts of a run. Each prompt is written the way it should be sent, as one paragraph, and each is worth editing before you send it.

1. 01

   Stand it up from scratch

   You have read the record and want Build and Plan mode switch working in a real project rather than a sandbox.

   Set up Build and Plan mode switch in this project — seamlessly switch between design and build modes. Walk it end to end, tell me exactly what you changed, and flag anything I have to switch on myself before it works.

   Expected outcome

   A working setup, a plain list of what changed, and a short list of anything left for you to switch on. Check that list before assuming it is done.

2. 02

   Switch into Plan mode to sketch architecture before coding

   The record lists this as one of the jobs Build and Plan mode switch is meant for, so it is a fair first test of whether it fits your app.

   In this project, use Build and Plan mode switch for switch into Plan mode to sketch architecture before coding. Build the smallest version that a real user could complete end to end, keep the change scoped to that path, and tell me how to test it myself.

   Expected outcome

   One complete path a user can walk, the files and settings that changed, and the steps to test it. Walk it yourself before you ship it.

3. 03

   Review it before you publish

   Build and Plan mode switch is wired in and you are about to put it in front of people. This is the pass that catches the half-configured version.

   Review how this project uses Build and Plan mode switch before I publish. Check easy mode switching and dedicated architecture discussions, list anything that is missing, misconfigured, or only half wired, fix what is safe to fix, and tell me what you left alone and why.

   Expected outcome

   A findings list split into what was fixed and what was left, with a reason for each. Anything left alone is yours to decide on.

4. 04

   Keep design discussion separate from implementation work

   A second job the record lists for Build and Plan mode switch, useful once the first path works.

   Extend this project so Build and Plan mode switch also covers keep design discussion separate from implementation work. Reuse what is already wired rather than adding a parallel setup, and tell me what you reused and what is new.

   Expected outcome

   A second path built on the same setup, plus a note on what was shared and what was added.

Frequently asked

• What is Build and Plan mode switch?

  Build and Plan mode switch is Lovable's Workflow feature: Seamlessly switch between design and build modes. A clearer dropdown for switching between Build and Plan modes enhances the user experience.

• Is Build and Plan mode switch GA or in beta?

  Build and Plan mode switch is generally available (GA) on Lovable.

• What Lovable plan includes Build and Plan mode switch?

  Build and Plan mode switch is available on all Lovable plans.

• When did Build and Plan mode switch launch?

  Build and Plan mode switch launched on May 18, 2026.

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