Slash commands

Feature Overview: Slash commands are iFlow CLI's built-in control system, providing quick access to various functions and settings.

Learning Time: 15-20 minutes

Prerequisites: iFlow CLI installed and running, familiarity with basic command line operations

What are Slash Commands

Slash commands are special instructions starting with / used to control iFlow CLI's behavior and configuration. These commands can be used anytime during conversations without interrupting the current workflow. Through slash commands, you can manage session state, configure system settings, access tools, and get help information.

Core Features

Feature	Description	Advantage
Instant Execution	Commands take effect immediately without restart	Improves work efficiency
Context Preservation	Doesn't interrupt current conversation flow	Maintains work continuity
Tab Completion	Supports command and parameter auto-completion	Reduces input errors
Colored Output	Status information uses color coding	Improves readability
Subcommand Structure	Complex commands support hierarchical structure	Clear functional organization

How It Works

Command Execution Flow

User Input → Command Parsing → Parameter Validation → Function Execution → Result Feedback
    ↓
[/command args] → [Parser] → [Validator] → [Executor] → [Output]

Command Classification System

• System Management: System information, configuration management, status monitoring
• Session Control: Conversation management, history records, state saving
• Tool Integration: IDE connection, MCP servers, extension management
• Development Support: Project initialization, debugging support, error reporting

Detailed Feature Description

System Management Commands

Command	Function	Description
/about	System information	Shows CLI version, operating system, model version and other comprehensive information
/auth	Authentication	Configure or change authentication providers
/theme	Theme settings	Customize CLI appearance theme
/model	Model switching	Change the AI model being used
/editor	Editor configuration	Configure preferred external editor
/privacy	Privacy information	Show privacy notices and data processing information

Session Control Commands

Command	Function	Description
/chat	Conversation management	Save, restore, delete conversation checkpoints
/clear	Clear and reset	Clear screen and reset conversation history
/compress	Content compression	Use AI to compress conversation history into summary
/memory	Content management	Interact with CLI's content system
/restore	State recovery	Restore to previous checkpoint state
/quit	Exit program	Exit CLI session and show statistics

Tool Integration Commands

Command	Function	Description
/ide	IDE integration	Discover and connect to available IDE servers
/ide-status	IDE status	Query current IDE connection status
/ide-tool	IDE tools	Access specific IDE integration tools
/mcp	MCP management	Manage MCP servers, tools and authentication
/tools	Tool list	List all available built-in CLI tools
/extensions	Extension management	Show currently active extensions and versions

Development Support Commands

Command	Function	Description
/init	Project initialization	Analyze project and create customized configuration files
/setup-github	GitHub configuration	Configure GitHub Actions workflows
/directory	Directory management	Manage workspace directories for project context
/export	Export function	Export conversation history in various formats
/copy	Copy function	Copy last AI response to clipboard

Monitoring and Debugging Commands

Command	Function	Description
/stats	Statistics	Monitor session usage and performance statistics
/log	Log location	Show current session log storage location
/bug	Error reporting	Submit error report with system information
/help	Help information	Open comprehensive help dialog
/docs	Documentation access	Open complete documentation in browser

Special Feature Commands

Command	Function	Description
/vim	Vim mode	Toggle vim-style key bindings
/corgi	Special theme	Toggle Corgi theme UI mode (easter egg)
/commands	Command marketplace	Manage and install custom commands
/agents	Agent management	Manage personal, project and built-in agents

Common Usage Scenarios

System Configuration

/about                      # View system information
/auth                       # Configure authentication
/model                      # Switch AI model
/theme                      # Change theme

Session Management

/chat save project-review   # Save conversation checkpoint
/memory add "Project uses React" # Add memory information
/compress                   # Compress conversation history
/clear                      # Clear session

Development Support

/init                       # Initialize project configuration
/ide                        # Connect IDE
/mcp list                   # View available tools
/export clipboard           # Export conversation to clipboard

Debugging Support

/stats                      # View usage statistics
/log                        # View log location
/bug "Describe issue"       # Submit error report
/help                       # Get help

Command Features

Smart Completion

Feature	Description	Example
Tab completion	Auto-complete commands and parameters	/chat + Tab
Parameter hints	Show available parameter options	/mcp auth + Tab
History	Remember commonly used commands	Up/down arrows to browse

Visual Feedback

Color	Meaning	Purpose
Green	Success/Active	Command executed successfully
Red	Error/Failure	Error message display
Yellow	Warning/Pending	Information requiring attention
Blue	Information/Description	General information display

Error Handling Mechanism

• Parameter Validation: Automatically validates command parameter validity
• Dependency Check: Checks if required dependencies are available
• Network Handling: Provides retry suggestions when network errors occur
• Help Prompts: Automatically shows usage help when errors occur

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Issue	Possible Cause	Solution
Command not recognized	Spelling error or command doesn't exist	Check spelling, use /help to view available commands
Invalid parameters	Incorrect parameter format	View command help information, use Tab completion
Network connection failed	Network issues or server unavailable	Check network connection, retry later
Insufficient permissions	Missing necessary system permissions	Check file permissions or system settings
Configuration file error	Incorrect configuration file format	Reconfigure or restore default settings

Diagnostic Steps

1. Basic Check

   • Confirm command spelling is correct
   • Use /help to view available commands
   • Check parameter format

2. Network Connection

   • Verify network connection is normal
   • Check firewall settings
   • Confirm server is accessible

3. Configuration Verification

   • Use /about to view system status
   • Check related configuration files
   • Re-run configuration commands

4. Error Troubleshooting

   • View detailed error information
   • Use /log to check logs
   • Use /bug to report issues

Platform Compatibility

Platform	Support Level	Special Considerations
Windows	Full support	Paths use backslashes
macOS	Full support	May need system permission authorization
Linux	Full support	Depends on terminal environment configuration