Conversations in elvex
Conversations in elvex are ongoing dialogues between you and the AI platform either through the Home App or an assistant. They allow you to maintain context and build upon previous interactions.
When to Start a New Conversation
Consider starting a new conversation when:
You're beginning a completely new topic or task.
You want to ensure there's no lingering context from previous discussions.
You're switching between different projects or areas of focus.
You want to start fresh.
When to Return to an Old Conversation
Returning to an old conversation can be beneficial when:
You're continuing work on the same project or topic.
You want to reference or build upon previous information you've provided.
You need to access information or context from earlier in the conversation.
You're iterating on ideas or solutions discussed previously.
How Context Works with LLMs in elvex
Large Language Models (LLMs) used by elvex maintain context within a conversation to provide more relevant and coherent responses.
Short-term Memory: The LLM retains information from recent messages in the conversation, allowing it to understand and respond to follow-up questions or references to previously discussed topics.
Context Window: There's a limit to how much previous conversation the LLM can consider, often referred to as the "context window." This varies depending on the specific model being used.
Relevance Decay: As the conversation progresses, older information becomes less relevant, and newer information takes precedence in shaping the AI's responses.
Resetting Context: Starting a new conversation effectively resets the context, allowing you to begin fresh without any lingering information from previous discussions.
Datasources and Instructions: elvex can enhance the LLM's context by incorporating information from datasources and following specific instructions set for the assistant.
Finding Old Conversations
To locate and return to previous conversations in elvex:
Navigate to the "Conversations" section in the elvex interface.
Use the search function to find specific conversations by keywords, dates, or topics.
Browse through your conversation history, which is typically organized chronologically.
Best Practices for Managing Conversations and Context
Be Explicit: If you're referencing something from earlier in the conversation, be clear about it to help the AI understand the context.
Use Clear Transitions: When switching topics within a conversation, clearly indicate the change to help the AI adjust its context.
Summarize When Needed: For long conversations, occasionally ask the AI to summarize key points to ensure important information is kept in the active context.
Start Fresh When Appropriate: Don't hesitate to start a new conversation when shifting to a significantly different topic or when you want to ensure a clean slate.
Leverage Datasources: Utilize elvex's datasource feature to provide additional context and information to the AI when needed.
By understanding how conversations and context work in elvex, you can more effectively communicate with the AI assistant and make the most of your interactions on the platform.