The author published a guide to getting and using GLM-5.3 for free (step-by-step instructions plus a recommended initial prompt), which was indexed by Google's prompt search after publication.
"glm-5.3 is free in zcode. Here's how to get access: 1. Download ZCode from zcode/z.ai. It supports macOS, Windows, and… This is a necessary excerpt; read the original source for full context.
"Look first, act later" prompt (especially effective for GLM-5.3 because its training emphasizes "project awareness + long-horizon planning"):
"Inspect this project, explain its structure, identify the main problems, and propose a step-by-step fix plan. Do not ch… This is a necessary excerpt; read the original source for full context.
Workflow recommendation: start with a small task → ask the agent to inspect the repository first → approve the plan → then let the agent edit files, run commands, and test → review the diff before accepting.
This is consistent with the official principle that "context management is the most important" (the Zhipu prompt guide): establish project context first (structure and tech stack), then execute step by step.
Note: the rollout is limited, so some users may see only GLM-5.2/GLM-5-Turbo; free-trial terms may change, so rely on the live balance in ZCode.
Platform: X (Twitter)
Time: 2026-08-16/17
Type: Practical guide (with a recommended initial prompt)
GLM-5.3
