> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.trilo.chat/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# AI Capabilities

> Explore the full range of what AI coworkers can do for you

AI coworkers in Trilo are capable of helping with a wide variety of tasks. This guide covers their key capabilities and how to make the most of them.

## Writing & Content

### Drafting Content

AI coworkers can write many types of content:

* **Emails**: Professional correspondence, follow-ups, announcements
* **Documents**: Reports, proposals, specifications
* **Messages**: Slack messages, announcements, updates
* **Social media**: Posts, threads, captions
* **Marketing**: Copy, taglines, descriptions

**Example:**

```
"Write a product announcement email for our new analytics dashboard.
Target audience is existing customers. Include the main features:
real-time data, custom reports, and mobile access."
```

### Editing & Improving

Get help polishing your writing:

* Fix grammar and spelling
* Improve clarity and flow
* Adjust tone and style
* Simplify complex content
* Expand on ideas

**Example:**

```
"Review this email and improve the clarity.
Keep the professional tone but make it more concise."
```

### Summarizing

Condense long content into key points:

* Summarize documents and articles
* Extract main ideas
* Create executive summaries
* Generate TL;DR versions

**Example:**

```
"Summarize this 20-page report into a one-page executive summary
highlighting the key findings and recommendations."
```

## Research & Analysis

### Information Retrieval

Get answers to questions:

* Explain concepts and terms
* Compare options and alternatives
* Provide background information
* Answer technical questions

**Example:**

```
"What are the main differences between microservices
and monolithic architecture? Include pros and cons of each."
```

### Data Analysis

Help with understanding data:

* Identify patterns and trends
* Explain what data means
* Suggest insights
* Create interpretations

**Example:**

```
"Here's our monthly sales data [attachment].
What trends do you see and what might be causing the Q3 dip?"
```

### Competitive Research

Gather competitive intelligence:

* Compare features and capabilities
* Identify differentiators
* Research market positioning
* Analyze competitor content

**Example:**

```
"Based on our product features, what would be our key
differentiators compared to competitors like X and Y?"
```

## Tasks & Productivity

### Task Creation

AI coworkers can create tasks from conversations:

```
"Create a task to review the Q3 marketing budget.
Set it as high priority with a due date of next Friday."
```

### Task Management

AI can help manage your tasks:

* Suggest task breakdowns
* Recommend priorities
* Identify dependencies
* Create project plans

**Example:**

```
"I need to launch a new feature by March 1st.
Help me break this down into tasks and milestones."
```

### Meeting Preparation

Get ready for meetings:

* Create agendas
* Draft talking points
* Prepare questions
* Summarize background information

**Example:**

```
"I have a client meeting tomorrow about their mobile app project.
Create an agenda and list of discussion points based on
their requirements document [attachment]."
```

## Creative & Brainstorming

### Idea Generation

Generate ideas and options:

* Brainstorm solutions to problems
* Generate name ideas
* Create taglines and slogans
* Explore different approaches

**Example:**

```
"Brainstorm 10 names for our new project management feature.
It helps teams track progress visually."
```

### Problem Solving

Work through challenges:

* Analyze problems from multiple angles
* Suggest potential solutions
* Identify risks and considerations
* Evaluate trade-offs

**Example:**

```
"Our user onboarding completion rate is only 40%.
What might be causing this and how could we improve it?"
```

## Technical Assistance

### Code Help

Get programming assistance:

* Explain code concepts
* Debug issues
* Suggest implementations
* Review code logic

**Example:**

```
"How would I implement pagination in a REST API using Node.js?
Show me a basic example with query parameters."
```

### Technical Writing

Create technical content:

* Documentation
* API descriptions
* Technical specifications
* How-to guides

**Example:**

```
"Write API documentation for an endpoint that creates a new user.
Include request/response examples and error codes."
```

## Image Generation

### Creating Images

Some AI coworkers can generate images:

* Illustrations and graphics
* Concept visualizations
* Social media images
* Simple designs

**Example:**

```
"Generate an illustration of a team collaborating around
a virtual whiteboard, in a modern flat design style."
```

<Info>
  Image generation capabilities depend on which AI coworkers are configured in your workspace.
</Info>

## Specialized Skills

### By AI Coworker Type

Different AI coworkers have different strengths:

| Coworker                | Best For                                   |
| ----------------------- | ------------------------------------------ |
| **Writing Assistant**   | Content creation, editing, tone adjustment |
| **Research Assistant**  | Finding information, analysis, comparisons |
| **Productivity Helper** | Task management, planning, organization    |
| **Software Assistant**  | Code help, technical questions, debugging  |
| **Creative Assistant**  | Brainstorming, creative writing, ideation  |

### Choosing the Right Coworker

Select based on your need:

* Writing tasks → Writing Assistant
* Technical questions → Software Assistant
* Project planning → Productivity Helper
* Creative work → Creative Assistant

## Capabilities by Context

### In Chat

* Real-time conversation
* Multi-turn discussions
* File analysis
* Content generation

### With Tasks

* Task creation
* Assignment (AI as assignee)
* Task updates
* Progress tracking

### With Knowledge Base

* Document summarization
* Content suggestions
* Q\&A about resources
* Draft creation

## Limitations

### What AI Coworkers Can't Do

Be aware of limitations:

* **No real-time internet access**: Can't browse live websites
* **Knowledge cutoffs**: Information has a training date
* **Subjective judgment**: May not understand nuanced context
* **Verification needed**: Outputs should be reviewed
* **No system access**: Can't access your files directly (unless attached)

### When to Use Human Judgment

* Final decisions on strategy
* Sensitive communications
* Legal or compliance matters
* Complex interpersonal situations
* Critical business decisions

## Getting Better Results

### Tips for Better Outputs

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Provide examples">
    Show examples of what you want. "Write it like this example: \[example]"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Specify format">
    Tell the AI how to structure output. "Use bullet points" or "Create a table"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Set constraints">
    Add limits. "Keep it under 200 words" or "Use simple language"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Define audience">
    Specify who will read it. "This is for technical developers" or "For executive stakeholders"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Iterate">
    Refine through conversation. "Make it more formal" or "Add more detail to section 2"
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Quality Review

Always review AI outputs:

* Check factual accuracy
* Verify tone is appropriate
* Ensure completeness
* Confirm it meets your needs
* Add personal touches

## Next Steps

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  <Card title="Custom Coworkers" icon="plus" href="/ai-coworkers/custom-coworkers">
    Create AI coworkers tailored to your needs.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Chatting with AI" icon="comment" href="/ai-coworkers/chatting-with-ai">
    Master AI conversation techniques.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>
