# Cline

> Autonomous AI coding agent for VS Code

Cline is an open-source AI coding agent extension for VS Code that can create and edit files, execute terminal commands, use a browser, and manage your entire codebase autonomously. It supports all major AI models via API and is trusted by thousands of developers.

## Quick facts

- Categories: Code Assistant, Developer Tools
- Pricing: Free
- Free plan: Yes
- Official site: https://cline.bot
- Last checked: 2026-11-03

## Key features

- AI coding agent in VS Code
- Can read, write, and execute code
- Automated debugging and testing
- Multi-file code editing
- CLI command execution
- Model-agnostic support

## Use cases

- Building features with autonomous AI coding
- Automated test writing and fixing
- Refactoring large codebases
- Pair programming with AI agent

## Links

- Nextool.ai page: https://nextool.ai/tools/cline/
- Alternatives: https://nextool.ai/alternatives/cline/

Source: Nextool.ai (https://nextool.ai/tools/cline/). Pricing and features change; confirm on the provider's site before relying on them.