Automatically save your files as you type—ideal for developers seeking an instant saving experience on any IntelliJ-based IDE.
Enable the ⚡️ instant ⚡️ auto-save with zero delay, a feature not even possible with the current built-in settings (See below):
With this plugin, you can now achieve true zero-delay auto-saving. You can still adjust the delay as you wish:
The following recording shows how the plugin works while running on a simple React Vite application with the development server:
No more hitting Cmd/Ctrl+S hundreds of times a day—let AutoSave On Typing handle it for you.
On average, developers save files 200+ times daily, wasting up to 5 minutes. This plugin eliminates that hassle, saving time and keeping your focus on coding.
Note: Estimates vary based on individual workflows.
- Automatic File Saving: Saves files instantly while typing.
- Customizable Delay: Set save intervals between 0-10 seconds. (default / initial delay is zero)
- Wide File Support: Supports a variety of technologies, including everything in your project folder :)
- Real-Time Updates: Ideal for frontend, full-stack, and mobile developers who need to see changes instantly reflected in their browsers, applications, or simulators.
- Open IntelliJ IDEA or your preferred JetBrains IDE.
- Go to File → Settings → Plugins → Marketplace.
- Search for
AutoSave on Typingand install it. - Restart your IDE to activate.
Compatible with major JetBrains IDEs, including IntelliJ IDEA, IntelliJ IDEA CE (Community Edition), WebStorm, PyCharm, PhpStorm, and GoLand.
- Fork this repository.
- Create a branch for your changes.
- Submit a pull request—contributions are welcome!
For questions or suggestions, email: [email protected]
Save time. Stay focused. Let AutoSave On Typing do the rest.
Your support means a lot to me to continue the development of open-source projects like this.
