The keymap editor has been optimized with a brief timeout for the stop recording keybind, allowing users to easily search for and enter keystrokes. Other enhancements include better handling of Windows paths, keyboard shortcuts for dock visibility in JetBrains keymaps, and the ability to collapse outline entries. Zed's capabilities for Python projects have also been updated, along with enhancements for executing Go benchmarks labeled as "Benchmark."
Recent bug fixes address issues such as duplicated settings in the agent panel, unnecessary model loading for Ollama, and improved handling of regex characters in Vitest/Jest tests. Furthermore, the update resolves various concerns related to indentation management in Bash and improves terminal breadcrumb functionality.
A significant change includes the renaming of the "open configuration" action to "open settings" for consistency and improved discoverability.
Extended Summary:
The release of Zed v0.198.2 not only focuses on performance and user interface enhancements but also emphasizes usability, particularly for developers working with large codebases and various programming languages. The introduction of Git functions directly within the panel streamlines workflows, while the support for Vim commands caters to users familiar with those shortcuts.The keymap editor's adjustments simplify the process of creating and managing custom bindings, making it more intuitive for users to navigate their configurations. The optimizations for Windows paths and the support for keyboard commands in JetBrains keymaps reflect a commitment to improving cross-platform functionality.
As Zed continues to evolve, users can expect further refinements and features that respond to community feedback. The commitment to addressing bugs and enhancing existing functionalities demonstrates an ongoing dedication to providing a robust development environment that accommodates the diverse needs of its user base. Further releases are likely to build on this foundation, incorporating more integrations and tools that foster productivity in coding and software development
Zed 0.198.2 released
Zed v0.198.2 has been released, featuring a range of enhancements aimed at improving user experience. This update includes performance optimizations for handling large repositories, memory efficiency improvements for GPU rendering, upgrades to the keymap editor's keystroke input and layout, the introduction of Git stash/pop functionality via the Git panel, and support for the :norm command in Vim mode. The release features a brief timeout for handling the stop recording keybind in the keystroke input, resulting in a more compact keymap editor. Additionally, there are enhancements in Windows paths, keyboard-based dock show/hide functionality in JetBrains keymaps, collapse functionality for outlining entries, and support for closing docks using shift-escape in JetBrains keymaps.
The release features enhancements in GitHub remote URLs and an added menu entry on the git panel for git stash and git pop stash, as well as support for :norm. Zed now presents an updated configuration of workspace folders for Python projects and offers support for executing Go benchmarks designated as "Benchmark".
