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Diff Viewer

Basic & Pro Plans

The Diff Viewer shows you exactly what the AI wants to change before you apply it. This gives you full control over modifications to your code.

How It Works

Section titled “How It Works”

When the AI suggests code changes:

  1. AI returns a diff — Changes are shown as additions/deletions
  2. Diff viewer displays — You see the before/after comparison
  3. You decide — Apply, dismiss, or ask for modifications
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Current Code          │  Suggested Code    │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│  rsi = ta.rsi(close,14)│  rsi = ta.rsi(close,14)
│- entry = rsi < 30      │+ entry = rsi < 30 and
│                        │+         volume > avgVol
│  if entry              │  if entry
└─────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Visual Indicators

Section titled “Visual Indicators”

Line Colors

Section titled “Line Colors”
ColorMeaning
🟢 GreenNew code being added
🔴 RedExisting code being removed
⚪ GrayUnchanged context lines

Line Prefixes

Section titled “Line Prefixes”
PrefixMeaning
+Addition
-Deletion
(space)Unchanged

Viewing Modes

Section titled “Viewing Modes”

Side-by-Side

Section titled “Side-by-Side”

Shows current code on the left, suggested code on the right.

Best for:

  • Comparing large blocks of code
  • Understanding structural changes
  • Wide screens

Inline

Section titled “Inline”

Shows changes inline with additions/deletions highlighted.

Best for:

  • Small changes
  • Quick review
  • Narrow screens

Actions

Section titled “Actions”

Apply

Section titled “Apply”

Accepts all changes and modifies your script.

Keyboard: Ctrl/Cmd + Enter (when diff is focused)

What happens:

  1. Deletions are removed
  2. Additions are inserted
  3. Diff viewer closes
  4. Editor shows updated code

Dismiss

Section titled “Dismiss”

Rejects the changes without modifying your script.

Keyboard: Escape

What happens:

  1. Diff viewer closes
  2. Original code unchanged
  3. AI suggestion cleared

Request Changes

Section titled “Request Changes”

If the suggestion isn’t quite right:

  1. Keep the diff open
  2. Type your feedback in chat
  3. AI responds with a revised diff

Example:

“This looks good but add a volume filter too”

Understanding Diffs

Section titled “Understanding Diffs”

Simple Change

Section titled “Simple Change”
rsi = ta.rsi(close, 14)
rsi = ta.rsi(close, 21)

Meaning: The RSI period is changing from 14 to 21.

Addition

Section titled “Addition”
strategy.entry("Long", strategy.long, when=longCondition)
strategy.exit("Long Exit", "Long", stop=stopPrice)

Meaning: A new line is being added (exit logic).

Multiple Changes

Section titled “Multiple Changes”
//@version=6
indicator("My Indicator")
strategy("My Strategy", overlay=true)


rsi = ta.rsi(close, 14)
plot(rsi)


longCondition = rsi < 30
if longCondition
    strategy.entry("Long", strategy.long)

Meaning: Converting an indicator to a strategy with entry logic.

Working with Large Diffs

Section titled “Working with Large Diffs”

Scrolling

Section titled “Scrolling”

Use the scrollbar to review all changes. Context lines help you understand where changes occur.

Focusing on Changes

Section titled “Focusing on Changes”

Look for colored sections:

  • Skip gray unchanged sections
  • Focus on green (additions) and red (deletions)

When to Be Careful

Section titled “When to Be Careful”

Common Scenarios

Section titled “Common Scenarios”

Fixing an Error

Section titled “Fixing an Error”

You asked: “Fix the error on line 15”

Expected diff: Small, targeted change near line 15

Red flag: Large changes throughout the file

Adding a Feature

Section titled “Adding a Feature”

You asked: “Add a stop loss”

Expected diff: A few new lines adding exit logic

Red flag: Changes to unrelated entry logic

Refactoring

Section titled “Refactoring”

You asked: “Refactor this code for clarity”

Expected diff: Reorganization with same functionality

Red flag: Added or removed trading logic

After Applying

Section titled “After Applying”

Undo Support

Section titled “Undo Support”

If you apply a change and realize it’s wrong:

  1. Press Ctrl/Cmd + Z to undo
  2. The entire AI change is reverted as one step
  3. Your original code is restored

Validate After Apply

Section titled “Validate After Apply”

Always validate after applying AI changes:

  1. Apply the suggestion
  2. Click Validate
  3. Fix any new errors

Tips for Better Reviews

Section titled “Tips for Better Reviews”

Read the Explanation First

Section titled “Read the Explanation First”

The AI usually explains what it’s changing:

“I’ve updated your RSI strategy to include a volume filter. The entry condition now requires both RSI below 30 AND volume above the 20-period average.”

Understanding the intent helps you review the code.

Check Entry/Exit Logic

Section titled “Check Entry/Exit Logic”

Always verify that:

  • Entry conditions match your requirements
  • Exit conditions are correct
  • Risk management is preserved

Test Incrementally

Section titled “Test Incrementally”

For complex changes:

  1. Apply one feature at a time
  2. Validate between changes
  3. Test in TradingView periodically

Troubleshooting

Section titled “Troubleshooting”

Diff Won’t Apply

Section titled “Diff Won’t Apply”

Causes:

  • Code changed since AI response
  • Conflict between changes
  • Malformed diff from AI

Solutions:

  • Re-request the change in a new message
  • Copy the suggested code manually
  • Clear the diff and try again

Diff Shows Wrong Lines

Section titled “Diff Shows Wrong Lines”

Causes:

  • AI referenced different code version
  • Context mismatch

Solutions:

  • Share your current code again
  • Ask AI to regenerate based on current state

Applied Wrong Changes

Section titled “Applied Wrong Changes”

Solutions:

  1. Immediately press Ctrl/Cmd + Z
  2. Review the original diff
  3. Ask AI to try again with clearer requirements
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