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How to Find Existing Assistants in elvex

This guide will walk you through the process of searching for assistants, checking their availability, and using them effectively.

Updated over 3 weeks ago

Why Look for Existing Assistants?

Before creating a new assistant, it's beneficial to check if someone has already built an assistant that meets your needs. If you are able to access an existing assistant, that means the creator intended to share it and save you time and effort.

This approach has several advantages:

  1. Leverage existing expertise

  2. Ensure consistency across your organization

  3. Learn from well-designed assistants

How to Check for Existing Assistants

There are two ways to discover if an assistant that meets your needs has already been built.

  1. Ask the Home App

  2. Search the Assistants section

    1. Navigate to the Assistants section

    2. Use the search bar to look for assistants related to your task

    3. Browse through the list of available assistants

    4. Read the descriptions and capabilities of each assistant

What to Do Before Using an Existing Assistant

Before you start using an assistant, it's important to confirm it is programmed to do what you are expecting. Click into the configuration to read the rules, check out enabled tools and assess the underlying datasources.

How to Bookmark an Assistant

To easily access assistants you find useful, click on the assistant you want to bookmark and select the ribbon. Bookmarked assistants will appear on your home screen.

Using an Existing Assistant

Once you've found an appropriate assistant:

  1. Open a conversation with the assistant

  2. Clearly state your task or question

  3. Provide any necessary context or information

  4. Follow the assistant's prompts or instructions

  5. Review the assistant's output and ask for clarification if needed

Remember, if an existing assistant doesn't fully meet your needs, you can always provide feedback to the creator or consider creating a customized version for your specific requirements.

By following these steps, you'll be able to efficiently find and use existing assistants in elvex, making the most of the platform's capabilities while saving time and effort.

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