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AI coworkers are designed to understand natural language and help with a wide range of tasks. This guide will help you communicate effectively to get the best results.

Starting a Conversation

Opening a Chat

1

Select an AI coworker

Click on an AI coworker in the sidebar or Direct Messages.
2

Type your message

Enter your question or request in the message box.
3

Send

Press Enter to send your message.
4

Wait for response

The AI processes your message and responds in real-time.

First Messages

Good opening messages:
  • State what you need help with
  • Include relevant context
  • Be specific about the desired outcome
Examples:

Effective Communication

Be Specific

Vague requests get vague answers. Be specific about what you need. Less effective:
More effective:

Provide Context

The more relevant information you share, the better the response. Include when helpful:
  • Background on the situation
  • Your goals or objectives
  • Constraints or requirements
  • Target audience
  • Tone or style preferences
Example:

Be Direct

State exactly what you want the AI to do. Less effective:
More effective:

Conversation Flow

Building on Previous Messages

AI coworkers remember the conversation context. Build on previous messages:

Asking Follow-Up Questions

Continue the conversation naturally:

Redirecting

If the conversation goes off track:

Giving Feedback

When Output Is Good

Confirm when you’re happy:

When Output Needs Changes

Be specific about what to change:

When Output Is Wrong

Correct misunderstandings:

Types of Requests

Questions

Ask for information or explanations:

Task Completion

Request specific work to be done:

Analysis

Ask for analysis of information:

Creative Help

Get creative assistance:

Editing

Request improvements to content:

Using Attachments

Sharing Files

Include files in your conversation:
  1. Click the attachment icon
  2. Upload your file (document, image, etc.)
  3. Add your question or request
  4. Send
Example:

What You Can Share

  • Documents (PDF, Word, etc.)
  • Spreadsheets
  • Images
  • Code files
  • Text files

Formatting Tips

For Complex Requests

Use structure to clarify complex requests:

For Multiple Items

Use lists when asking for multiple things:

Conversation Best Practices

Begin with a straightforward request. If the response isn’t perfect, provide feedback and iterate.
For unrelated topics, start a new conversation. This keeps context clear.
Copy important outputs to your knowledge base or documents for future reference.
Try different ways of asking. You’ll learn what works best for different types of requests.

Example Conversations

Writing Help

Research

Troubleshooting

  • Try rephrasing more simply
  • Break complex requests into smaller parts
  • Provide more context
  • Give an example of what you want
  • Specify desired length: “Keep it under 100 words”
  • Ask for more detail: “Can you expand on this?”
  • Request format: “Give me bullet points” or “Write a full paragraph”
  • Specify the tone: “Make it more casual” or “Write formally”
  • Give examples of the style you want
  • Mention the audience: “This is for C-level executives”

Next Steps

AI Capabilities

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Custom Coworkers

Create specialized AI assistants.