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Paragon CLI

Paragon is an AI-powered terminal assistant that helps you write, review, and manage code directly from your command line. It features model switching, MCP server integrations, custom agents, automated workflows, and intelligent code assistance.

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Installation

Install Paragon globally via npm: 
npm i -g @polarityinc/paragon
After installation, authenticate with your Paragon account: 
paragon auth login
You can find the API key in the dashboard under the settings tab at the bottom of the page. 
paragon

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Models

Paragon supports multiple AI models with different capabilities:
ModelDescription
paragon-fastQuick responses, lower cost
paragon-midBalanced performance and cost
paragon-highHigher quality responses
paragon-maxMaximum capability with extended thinking
Models with thinking/reasoning capabilities will show a budget indicator.

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Keyboard Shortcuts

ShortcutAction
ctrl+pOpen command palette
ctrl+nNew session
ctrl+sSwitch session
ctrl+tReopen tasks dialog
ctrl+fFile picker
ctrl+oExternal editor
ctrl+gToggle help
ctrl+cQuit
ctrl+zSuspend to shell

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Additional Features

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File Attachments

Type @ in the input to get file path completions. Attach images or files to your message for the AI to analyze.

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Preference Memory

PrefixScopeExample
#Global (all projects)# Always use TypeScript for new files
##Local (this repository only)## Use Vitest for testing