> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://orbitron.gitbook.io/orbitron-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://orbitron.gitbook.io/orbitron-docs/user-guide/slash-commands-shortcut.md). # Command & Shortcut Guide ## Summary | 🧩 Command | 🔤 Description | ⌨️ Shortcut | | ------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------ | | `/new` | Start a new session | `Ctrl + N` | | `/session` | Switch between sessions | `Ctrl + S` | | `/compact` | Compact current session manually | — | | `/export` | Export session to text or markdown file | — | | `/login` | Open login/auth dialog | `Ctrl + A` | | `/model` | Open model selection dialog | `Ctrl + O` | | `/context` | Search contexts by title | — | | `/context:tag` | Search contexts by tag | — | | `/context:category` | Search contexts by category | — | | `/theme` | Switch terminal theme | `Ctrl + T` | | `/info` | Open user information dialog | — | | `/log` | View logs | `Ctrl + L` | | `/hooks` | Manage shell hooks (automate before/after tool execution) | — | | `/mcp` | Manage MCP servers | `Ctrl + M` | | `/shared-mcps` | View and download organization shared MCP configurations | — | | `/docs` | Open Orbitron official documentation in browser | — | | `/update` | Update Orbitron to the latest version | — | | `!` | Enter interactive Bash mode | — | | `/help` | Show help menu | `Ctrl + H` (Windows: F1) | | `/quit` | Exit the application | `Ctrl + C` | #### 🧠 Notes * Slash commands can be entered at the prompt to quickly trigger internal actions. * You can press `Tab` while typing a command to auto-complete. *** ## Detailed Guide ### Basic Commands #### /help – View all available commands Usage: ``` /help ```
Use cases: * First-time users of Orbitron * When you forgot how to use a feature * To check if new features were added ### Session Management #### /session – View existing sessions and switch to a specific one. Usage: ``` /session ``` Use cases: * To resume previous work * When managing multiple projects simultaneously * To revisit past conversation states #### /new – Start a new conversation session. Usage: ``` /new ``` Use cases: * Starting a new project separate from previous work * Resetting the context to a clean state * Switching to a completely different topic #### /compact – Manually compress the session context. Usage: ``` /compact ``` Use cases: * When long conversations reduce performance * To optimize memory usage * To keep only key information and remove unnecessary content #### /export – Export current session to a text or markdown file. Usage: ``` /export ``` Use cases: * Backing up session history * Sharing work content with team members * Archiving session records for future reference * Utilizing session content in other tools or systems Save location: * Saved in `exports/` folder within the working directory * File format: Choose between `.txt`, `.md`, or `.json` * Filename format: `export_YYYYMMDDHHMM.txt`, `export_YYYYMMDDHHMM.md`, or `export_YYYYMMDDHHMM.json` * If a file with the same name already exists, seconds (SS) are added: `export_YYYYMMDDHHMMSS.txt/md/json` * Empty messages and tool messages are automatically excluded ### Authentication & API Management #### /login – Open login/authentication dialog to sign in to Orbitron. Usage: ``` /login ``` Use cases: * Switching accounts * When a session expires and re-login is required {% hint style="info" %} New users will automatically see the **login dialog**. {% endhint %} ### AI Model Management #### /model – View available AI models and select one for your task. Usage: ``` /model ``` Use cases: * Choosing a stronger model for complex analysis * Selecting a faster model for lightweight tasks * Balancing cost efficiency with model performance {% hint style="info" %} See [Supported AI Models](/orbitron-docs/user-guide/supported-ai-models.md) for the full list. {% endhint %} ### Context Management #### /context – Search contexts by title and apply to current work. Usage: ``` /context ``` #### /context:tag – Search contexts by tag. Usage: ``` /context:tag ``` #### /context:category – Search contexts by category. Usage: ``` /context:category ``` Key features: * Personal context: available only to you * Organization context: shared within your team or company * Auto-save: selected contexts are stored in `orbitron.md` Use cases: * Applying standard project guidelines * Ensuring consistent team-wide quality * Reusing complex configurations or rules ### System & Environment Settings #### /theme – Switch terminal theme to personalize your workspace. Usage: ``` /theme ``` Use cases: * Choosing a visual theme suited to your workflow * Reducing eye strain during long sessions * Improving readability when screen-sharing #### /info – Display user account info, current mode, working directory (cwd), and Orbitron version. Usage: ``` /info ``` Use cases: * Quickly understanding your current environment * Troubleshooting with system details * Sharing environment info with collaborators * Checking version compatibility #### /permission – View and manage current permissions list. Usage: ``` /permission ``` Permission management shortcuts: * `ESC`: Close permissions dialog * `d`: Delete selected permission * `c`: Clear all permissions Use cases: * Reviewing AI model access permissions * Removing or resetting specific permissions * Managing security and privacy settings #### /log – View Orbitron logs to diagnose issues. Usage: ``` /log ``` Use cases: * Identifying the cause of errors * Monitoring system performance * Providing log info when requesting support #### /quit – Safely exit the Orbitron application. Usage: ``` /quit ``` ### Advanced Features #### /hooks – Manage shell hooks to perform automated tasks before and after AI tool execution. Usage: ``` /hooks ``` Key features: * **preToolUse**: Execute custom commands before the AI runs a tool (can block execution) * **postMessageUse**: Execute custom commands after the AI completes a response * Configure hooks for specific tools or all tools (`*`) * Add, edit, delete, test, and enable/disable hooks Use cases: * Automatically back up files before code changes * Run tests automatically after AI modifies code * Security validation for specific tool usage * Automatically log work activities {% hint style="info" %} For detailed usage, see the [Shell Hooks Guide](/orbitron-docs/user-guide/hooks-guide.md). {% endhint %} ### MCP Management #### /mcp – View and manage MCP server list. Usage: ``` /mcp ``` Key features: * View locally configured MCP servers * Check server status (ready, loading, failed, disabled) * Add, delete, enable/disable servers Use cases: * Checking MCP server connection status * Adding new MCP servers or managing existing ones #### /shared-mcps – View and download organization shared MCP configurations. Usage: ``` /shared-mcps ``` Key features: * View MCP server configurations shared by your organization * Copy selected configuration to clipboard * Download as JSON file to apply locally Use cases: * Importing standardized MCP configurations from your organization * Setting up the same MCP environment across your team * Quickly applying MCP configurations registered in Orbitron Web from the terminal #### /docs – Open Orbitron official documentation in your browser. Usage: ``` /docs ``` Use cases: * Quick access to official documentation * Learning about features and best practices * Troubleshooting and reference lookup * Staying updated with latest features #### /update – Update Orbitron to the latest version. Usage: ``` /update ``` Key features: * Checks for the latest version available * Downloads updates in the background if available * Applies updates on next restart * Shows current version status if already up-to-date Update process: 1. **Already Latest**: If you're on the latest version, displays "Already on the latest version" 2. **Already Downloaded**: If the latest version is already downloaded, displays "Update v{version} is already downloaded. Restart to apply." 3. **Download Required**: While downloading the update in background, displays "Downloading update v{version}..." message 4. **Download Complete**: After successful download, displays "Update completed: v{version}. Restart to use new version." Use cases: * Manually checking for and installing updates * Ensuring you have the latest features and bug fixes * Getting critical security patches {% hint style="info" %} For more details about auto-update configuration, see the [Auto-Update Guide](/orbitron-docs/user-guide/installation/auto-update.md). {% endhint %} #### ! (Bash Mode) – Switch to interactive Bash command execution mode. Usage: ``` ! ``` Key features: * Enter Bash mode by typing `!` in the prompt * Asynchronous command execution with real-time output display * Cancel running commands instantly with `ESC` key * Manage Bash commands separately from AI context Use cases: * Quick terminal command execution * Long-running tasks (builds, tests, etc.) * Execute multiple commands sequentially {% hint style="info" %} For detailed usage, see the [Bash Mode Guide](/orbitron-docs/user-guide/bash-mode-guide.md). {% endhint %}