Assistant Configuration

Configure your AI assistant’s core functionality through the Configuration, Knowledge Base, and Tools tabs.

Configuration Tab

Model Selection

Choose the AI model that powers your assistant:

model

string

required

Select the AI model for your assistant. Available models:

OpenAI GPT-4o
OpenAI GPT-4.1
OpenAI GPT-5
OpenAI GPT-o3
Google Gemini 2.0 Flash

Different models have different strengths. GPT-4o is great for general use, while GPT-5 excels at complex reasoning tasks.

Strict Mode

Control how your assistant uses knowledge base information:

strict_mode

boolean

default:"false"

When enabled, the assistant will only respond using information from the connected knowledge base.

Strict Mode Options:

Enabled: Assistant only uses knowledge base information (more accurate but limited)
Disabled: Assistant can use both knowledge base and general knowledge (more flexible)

This option only appears after you’ve connected a knowledge base and it has synced data.

Trigger Keywords

Set up automatic knowledge base lookups:

trigger_keywords

array

Add words or phrases that, in normal mode, will automatically trigger a knowledge base lookup.

Trigger keywords only work when Strict Mode is disabled. Connect a knowledge base with synced data to access this feature.

Use trigger keywords for domain-specific terms, product names, technical jargon, or any words that should always prompt a knowledge base search.

Instructions

Define your assistant’s behavior and personality:

instructions

text

Define your assistant’s role, operating guidelines, and response style. You can use templates or write custom instructions (optional).

Standard AI Assistant Template:

Role Definition: Responsive, intelligent AI assistant
Operating Guidelines: Respect boundaries, stay in scope, honor knowledge constraints
Positive Closures: End with supportive closing remarks

Knowledge Base Tab

Manage the knowledge base connected to this assistant. Knowledge bases provide context and information that help your assistant give more accurate responses.

Getting Started with Knowledge Bases

When you first access the Knowledge Base tab, you’ll see: No Knowledge Base Connected

This shows that no knowledge base is currently connected to your assistant.

Creating Your First Knowledge Base

Click the “Create Knowledge Base” button to get started:

This will create a new knowledge base specifically for this assistant and automatically connect it.

Selecting an Existing Knowledge Base

If you already have knowledge bases, you can select from existing ones: Select Knowledge Base

Choose the knowledge base that best fits your assistant’s purpose.

Knowledge Base Connected

Once connected, you’ll see the knowledge base management interface: Knowledge Base Connected

This interface provides:

Web Crawler: Add content from websites
File Uploader: Upload documents (PDF, Word, etc.)
File Importer: Import files from various sources

Configuration Options

After your knowledge base has data and is synced, additional options become available in the Configuration tab: Strict Mode and Keywords

Trigger Keywords (Optional)

Add words or phrases that automatically trigger knowledge base searches
Useful for domain-specific terms, product names, or technical jargon
Only works when Strict Mode is disabled

Strict Mode (Optional)

When enabled: Assistant only uses knowledge base information
When disabled: Assistant can use both knowledge base and general knowledge
Provides more control over response accuracy vs. flexibility

Knowledge bases are essential for domain-specific assistants. They provide the information your assistant needs to give accurate, helpful responses.

Start with a small, focused knowledge base and expand it over time based on user questions and needs.

Tools Tab

Tools allow the agent to get up to date information from the apps you work in.

Available Integrations

Atlassian (Jira & Confluence)

Access Jira issues and Confluence pages with official Atlassian MCP server
Connect button to enable integration

HubSpot

CRM and marketing automation
Connect button to enable integration

Connect tools to give your assistant access to real-time data from your business applications.

Best Practices

1. Choose the Right Model

GPT-4o: Best for general-purpose assistants
GPT-5: Excellent for complex reasoning and analysis
Gemini 2.0 Flash: Good for creative tasks and content generation

2. Configure Strict Mode Appropriately

Enable Strict Mode when you want responses based only on your knowledge base
Disable Strict Mode when you want the assistant to use general knowledge as well

3. Use Trigger Keywords Effectively

Add domain-specific terms that should always trigger knowledge base searches
Include product names, technical terms, and company-specific language

4. Write Clear Instructions

Be specific about your assistant’s role and limitations
Include examples of good responses
Set clear boundaries for what the assistant should and shouldn’t do

Next Steps

Style Your Assistant

Customize the appearance and messaging of your assistant.

Share Your Assistant

Choose how to share your assistant with users.

Knowledge Base Management

Learn how to create and manage knowledge bases.

MCP Integrations

Set up MCP integrations with external tools.

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