Chat Interface
The main interface for interacting with AI models.
Message Area
The central area displays your conversation with the AI:
- User messages: Your messages appear on the right
- AI responses: AI responses appear on the left
- System messages: Status updates and notifications
Message Features
Each message supports:
- Markdown rendering (headers, lists, links)
- Code syntax highlighting
- LaTeX math equations
- Copy to clipboard
- Regenerate response
Input Area
Text Input
Type your message in the input field at the bottom. Press Enter to send or Shift+Enter for a new line.
Model Selection
Click the model dropdown to switch between models mid-conversation.
Tool Selection
Select which tools the AI can use:
- Auto: AI decides which tools to use
- Manual: You select specific tools
- All: All tools enabled
- None: No tools
Attachments
Click the attachment button or drag files to attach:
- Images (PNG, JPG, GIF, WebP)
- Documents (PDF, TXT)
- Code files
Response Controls
While the AI is responding:
- Stop: Cancel the current generation
- Regenerate: Get a new response
After a response:
- Copy: Copy the response text
- Edit: Edit your message and regenerate
- Delete: Remove a message
Code Blocks
Code blocks have special features:
- Syntax highlighting for 100+ languages
- Copy button
- Line numbers (optional)
- Word wrap (optional)
Running Code
Some code blocks can be executed directly:
- JavaScript/TypeScript in sandbox
- Shell commands (with permission)
Artifacts
When the AI creates artifacts (HTML, React, SVG):
- Preview appears in a side panel
- Click to expand full-screen
- Download or copy the code
See Artifacts for details.
Streaming
Responses stream in real-time by default. You can disable streaming in Chat Settings to show complete responses.
Context Length
Each model has a context limit. The context indicator shows:
- Current usage
- Maximum context
- Warning when approaching limit
When context is full, older messages may be summarized or truncated.
Message History
Scroll up to view previous messages. Messages are automatically saved to the thread.
Search
Use Cmd/Ctrl+F to search within the current thread.
Tips
- Be specific: Clear questions get better answers
- Use context: Reference previous messages
- Try different models: Each model has strengths
- Use tools: Enable tools for complex tasks
- Iterate: Refine responses by asking follow-ups