Cleanup old ZIP files and update to v1.3.1

README.md

@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ AI-powered PCB design assistant plugin for KiCad with Ollama integration.
 
 ### Method 1: KiCad Plugin Manager (Recommended)
 
-1. **Download the plugin ZIP**: [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip)
+1. **Download the plugin ZIP**: [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip)
 2. Open KiCad → **Plugin and Content Manager**
 3. Click **Install from File**
 4. Select the downloaded ZIP file
@@ -111,10 +111,10 @@ Choose your preferred level of AI assistance:
 - **Example**: "To improve this circuit: 1) Select R14 2) Change value to 10kΩ 3) Update the schematic. Shall I guide you through this?"
 
 #### 🤖 Assistant Mode (Interactive)
-- **What it does**: Interactive design recommendations and future automation
+- **What it does**: Detailed step-by-step instructions and component-specific guidance
 - **Safety**: Advanced features for experienced users
 - **Best for**: Power users, complex design tasks
-- **Example**: "I can help optimize your power routing. In future versions, I may automate some placement tasks."
+- **Example**: "Removing J6: 1) Click on J6 2) Press Delete 3) Clean up connections 4) Update schematic 5) Run DRC"
 
 ### Example Questions
 
@@ -233,6 +233,12 @@ If you encounter any issues or have questions:
 
 ## 🔄 Changelog
 
+### v1.3.1
+- **ENHANCED**: Assistant Mode now provides detailed step-by-step instructions
+- **NEW**: Component-specific guidance for removal operations (e.g., "remove J6")
+- **IMPROVED**: More actionable and practical assistance in Assistant Mode
+- **FIXED**: Better AI prompts for specific component operations
+
 ### v1.3.0
 - **NEW**: 3 AI Interaction Modes (Analysis, Advisory, Assistant)
 - **NEW**: Mode-specific AI responses and behavior
@@ -261,7 +267,7 @@ If you encounter any issues or have questions:
 ## 📦 Download Options
 
 **Ready to use:**
-- 📦 [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip) (~10KB) - Direct import for KiCad Plugin Manager
+- 📦 [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip) (~10KB) - Direct import for KiCad Plugin Manager
 
 **For developers:**
 - �� Clone this repository for complete source code, documentation, and screenshots
@@ -269,7 +275,7 @@ If you encounter any issues or have questions:
 > 🎯 **For most users**: Download the **for-import.zip** file - it's specifically prepared for KiCad's Plugin Manager!
 | File | Size | Description |
 |------|------|-------------|
-| [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.0-for-import.zip) | ~10KB | **Ready-to-import plugin** - Use this for KiCad Plugin Manager |
+| [kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip](kic-ai-assistant-v1.3.1-for-import.zip) | ~10KB | **Ready-to-import plugin** - Use this for KiCad Plugin Manager |
 
 > 🎯 **For most users**: Download the **for-import.zip** file - it's specifically prepared for KiCad's Plugin Manager!
 

metadata.json

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 {
     "$schema": "https://go.kicad.org/pcm/schemas/v1",
     "name": "KIC-AI Assistant",
-    "description": "AI-powered PCB design assistant with 3 interaction modes and Ollama integration",
+    "description": "AI-powered PCB design assistant with 3 interaction modes: Analysis (safe), Advisory (guided), and Assistant (detailed step-by-step help). Features dual PCB/schematic analysis and component-specific guidance.",
     "description_full": "AI assistant for KiCad PCB design with Ollama LLM integration. Features 3 interaction modes (Analysis, Advisory, Assistant) for different user needs. Analyze both PCB layouts and schematics, get design advice, and receive guided assistance.",
     "identifier": "com.jochem.kic-ai-assistant",
     "type": "plugin",
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@
     ],
     "versions": [
         {
-            "version": "1.3.0",
+            "version": "1.3.1",
             "status": "stable",
             "kicad_version": "6.0"
         }

plugins/ai_dialog.py

@@ -451,6 +451,13 @@ Choose the mode that fits your experience level and comfort with AI assistance."
         self.set_status("AI thinking...")
         self.send_btn.Enable(False)
         
+        # Check for component-specific guidance in Assistant mode
+        specific_guidance = self.get_component_specific_guidance(message)
+        if specific_guidance:
+            self.add_message("🤖 Assistant", specific_guidance)
+            self.send_btn.Enable(True)
+            self.set_status("Ready")
+            return
         # Start AI processing in thread
         thread = threading.Thread(target=self.send_to_ai, args=(message,))
         thread.daemon = True
@@ -612,7 +619,59 @@ Choose the mode that fits your experience level and comfort with AI assistance."
                                "I'll provide interactive guidance. In future versions, "
                                "I may be able to help automate some of these tasks.")
         
+        # Check for component-specific guidance in Assistant mode
+        specific_guidance = self.get_component_specific_guidance(message)
+        if specific_guidance:
+            self.add_message("🤖 Assistant", specific_guidance)
+            self.send_btn.Enable(True)
+            self.set_status("Ready")
+            return
         # Start AI processing in thread
         thread = threading.Thread(target=self.send_to_ai, args=(message,))
         thread.daemon = True
         thread.start()
+    
+    def get_component_specific_guidance(self, message):
+        """Provide specific guidance for common component operations"""
+        if self.interaction_mode != self.ASSISTANT_MODE:
+            return None
+            
+        message_lower = message.lower()
+        
+        # Check for specific component removal requests
+        if any(phrase in message_lower for phrase in ['remove j', 'delete j', 'remove connector']):
+            component = None
+            # Extract component reference
+            import re
+            match = re.search(r'[jJ]\d+', message)
+            if match:
+                component = match.group(0).upper()
+            
+            if component:
+                return f"""🔧 **Removing {component} - Step-by-step:**
+
+1. **Select the component:**
+   - Click on {component} in the PCB layout
+   - The component should highlight in selection color
+
+2. **Delete the component:**
+   - Press **Delete** key, or
+   - Right-click → Delete, or  
+   - Use Edit → Delete from menu
+
+3. **Clean up connections:**
+   - Check for any remaining tracks/vias
+   - Delete orphaned connections if needed
+
+4. **Update schematic (if needed):**
+   - Switch to schematic editor
+   - Remove {component} from schematic too
+   - Run Tools → Update PCB from Schematic
+
+5. **Verify design:**
+   - Check Design Rules (DRC)
+   - Verify no missing connections
+
+Would you like me to explain any of these steps in more detail?"""
+        
+        return None