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Zed
High-performance, collaborative code editor built on Rust
Zed delivers a fast, multiplayer code editor for macOS and Linux, leveraging Rust and Tree‑sitter for responsive editing and real‑time collaboration.
Overview
Overview
Zed is a high‑performance code editor that enables real‑time, multiplayer editing. Built in Rust and powered by Tree‑sitter, it delivers low‑latency typing, precise syntax highlighting, and smooth UI responsiveness.
Who it’s for
The editor targets developers and teams working on macOS or Linux who need instant collaboration without leaving their native environment. Its architecture suits projects that value speed, safety, and modern language tooling, and it integrates well with AI‑assisted coding workflows. Its plugin system leverages Tree‑sitter grammars to provide accurate language features out of the box.
Getting started
Download Zed directly from the website or install it via your system’s package manager on macOS or Linux. After installation, you can open a workspace, invite collaborators, and begin editing together. While Windows and web versions are tracked for future release, the current builds focus on delivering a polished experience on supported platforms.
Highlights
Real‑time multiplayer editing with low latency
Rust‑based core for high performance and safety
Tree‑sitter powered syntax highlighting and language support
Native macOS and Linux builds with package‑manager installation
Pros
- Extremely responsive UI even with large files
- Built‑in collaboration eliminates need for external tools
- Modern Rust codebase simplifies contributions and maintenance
- Accurate language parsing thanks to Tree‑sitter
Considerations
- No official Windows or web client yet
- Licensing compliance may require manual configuration
- Limited plugin ecosystem compared to older editors
- Early-stage feature set may lack some IDE integrations
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Fit guide
Great for
- Development teams on macOS or Linux seeking live collaboration
- Engineers who prioritize editor speed and reliability
- Projects that benefit from precise syntax analysis
- Users interested in Rust‑centric development tools
Not ideal when
- Windows‑only development environments
- Users needing a browser‑based editor
- Teams reliant on extensive VS Code extensions
- Organizations requiring fully audited license guarantees out of the box
How teams use it
Pair programming across remote locations
Developers edit the same file simultaneously, seeing each other's cursor and changes instantly, reducing context‑switching.
Live code review sessions
Team members walk through code together, comment in real time, and make edits without leaving the editor.
Large codebase navigation with AI assistance
Fast rendering of syntax trees enables AI suggestions to appear without lag, improving productivity on complex projects.
On‑premise collaborative workshops
Instructors launch a shared workspace for students, allowing hands‑on coding exercises with immediate feedback.
Tech snapshot
Rust98%
Inno Setup1%
Tree-sitter Query1%
Shell1%
WGSL1%
Metal1%
Frequently asked questions
Which operating systems does Zed support?
Official binaries are available for macOS and Linux. Windows and web builds are tracked for future release.
How can I install Zed?
Download the installer from zed.dev or use your system’s package manager (e.g., Homebrew on macOS, apt on Linux).
What is required to start a collaboration session?
Open a workspace, share the generated collaboration link with teammates, and they can join instantly.
How does Zed handle open‑source licensing?
It uses cargo‑about to verify third‑party licenses. Contributors must ensure their crates specify appropriate SPDX identifiers.
Project at a glance
Active- Stars
- 73,720
- Watchers
- 73,720
- Forks
- 6,669
Repo age4 years old
Last commit13 hours ago
Primary languageRust
Last synced 12 hours ago