ScriptExpert documentation

System requirements

Install on Windows

1. 1
   Use the Windows download button to obtain the installer configured by the website owner.
2. 2
   Run the installer and choose the installation location. Allow the installer to finish copying the desktop application and any packaged runtime components.
3. 3
   Launch ScriptExpert. Open Settings to choose a theme, language, terminal shell and AI provider.
4. 4
   Create or import your first project, then verify the Local Server page if you plan to run PHP applications locally.

Install on Linux

1. 1
   Use the Linux download button to retrieve the current package.
2. 2
   Install the package using your distribution's package manager or make the provided application executable when using a portable build.
3. 3
   Start ScriptExpert from your applications menu or terminal and confirm that the selected terminal shell is available.
4. 4
   When using local development services, verify that required ports are available and that no other Apache/MariaDB service conflicts with them.

Create or add a project

Open Add Project, choose a project name and local folder, then save the project. ScriptExpert uses the selected folder as the protected workspace boundary for file and AI operations.

• The project list shows project names, folders, last updates and actions.
• Removing a project from ScriptExpert does not automatically delete its files from disk.
• Project settings can store a custom prompt, detailed instructions, AI skill selection, MCP server selection, database settings and FTP publishing details.

Editor and file manager

The central editor is based on Ace and is surrounded by the active project's file tree and optional AI panel. Open multiple files in tabs, edit code, save changes, preview the current project and publish through FTP when configured.

Editor workspace

The dedicated File Manager provides a broader view for browsing project folders and managing items. AI file tools are restricted to the open project root.

Configure and use the Cline Agent

Open Settings → AI, keep Cline as the selected agent, choose a provider, enter the provider URL or API key when required, and select separate Plan and Act models where available.

The Agent can analyze the active file and broader project, read images, search text, read file contents, write complete files, create folders, create ZIP archives, download resources, delete approved paths, run terminal commands and use database tools. The exact available actions depend on the current mode and access level.

Supported providers

ScriptExpert includes thirteen provider profiles:

Cloud and hosted providers: OpenAI, OpenRouter, Groq, Google Gemini, GitHub Models, Cerebras, Together AI, DeepSeek, Mistral and xAI generally require a provider account and API key. Free quotas or free models depend on each provider and may change.

Custom and local providers: OpenAI-compatible custom accepts a compatible endpoint. LM Studio local commonly uses http://localhost:1234/v1. Ollama local commonly uses http://localhost:11434 and can also point to another machine on your network.

Plan, Act, Limited and Full access

Context, project instructions, skills and MCP servers

Use global AI settings to control context length, thinking depth, maximum iterations, timeout and automatic context compression. Project settings can add instructions specific to a framework, repository or workflow.

• Custom skills: import reusable instructions and workflows.
• Custom tools: expose additional approved capabilities to the Agent.
• MCP servers: configure and select Model Context Protocol servers per workspace; connected tools may request approval before execution.
• Shortcuts: use the AI toolbar to change model, context and tool configuration without leaving the conversation.

Integrated terminal and browser

The terminal starts with the current project as its working directory. On Windows, select the desired supported shell in Settings. The AI Agent follows the configured project terminal when composing commands.

Use Preview from the editor to start or open the local project URL. The embedded browser supports navigation and reload while keeping the editor and AI conversation visible behind or beside the preview.

Local Server

The Local Server page manages the bundled Apache, PHP and MariaDB components. Each service card shows runtime information, status, port, path and controls for starting, restarting, stopping or configuring the component.

Local Server

Database Manager and Database Browser

Open the database manager from Local Server or the editor database tab. Connect using project settings or the local MariaDB service, then select a database and table.

• Create databases and tables.
• Add or modify table columns.
• Browse and edit table rows.
• Import SQL files and export databases or individual tables.
• Use Agent database tools for connection tests, schema discovery, row reading and approved SQL execution.

Snippets

Create categories and reusable code snippets from the Snippets panel. Snippets remain available across editing sessions and can be organized by framework, language, component or task.

Save and publish to FTP

Add FTP connection details in the project's custom settings. In the editor, use Publish FTP to upload the current file, or choose the project publishing action to upload a larger project selection.

Plugins

The Plugins page lists installed extensions, their versions, status and available actions. The Free edition can use free plugins; Pro can use free and paid plugins subject to the license terms of each extension.

Application settings

Settings include update checks, Day/Night appearance, autosave interval, default terminal, application language, AI provider, separate Plan/Act models, context settings, iteration limits, task timeout, skills, tools and MCP configuration.

The interface is available in English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, Magyar, Português, Română, Türkçe, Ελληνικά, Русский, العربية, हिन्दी.

Automatic updates

Use Settings → Updates → Check now. The updater contacts the configured update service and reports whether a newer compatible release is available. Back up important projects before major upgrades even though project data is stored separately from the application package.

Troubleshooting checklist