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

# Starting Conversations

> Learn how to start conversations with AI connections

# Starting Conversations

**Chat with your AI connections using the model dropdown.**

## How to Start

<Card title="Using Model Dropdown" icon="list">
  1. Go to the chat interface
  2. Click the **model dropdown** at the top (similar to ChatGPT/Claude)
  3. Select the AI connection you want to use
  4. Chat window opens automatically - start typing!
</Card>

<Note>
  The dropdown shows only AI connections you have access to via your group memberships.
</Note>

## Conversation Type

All conversations in AgentFlow are **direct 1-on-1** conversations:

* Private conversation between you and the AI connection
* Complete conversation history automatically saved
* Switch between AI connections anytime using the dropdown
* Provide feedback with likes, dislikes, and comments

<Note>
  Team conversations and threaded discussions are planned for future releases.
</Note>

## Starting Your First Chat

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose an Agent">
    Select the agent that best fits your task
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open Conversation">
    Click "Start Conversation" or use shortcut
  </Step>

  <Step title="Send First Message">
    Type your question or request and press Enter
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Response">
    Read the agent's answer and continue the conversation
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Be Specific" icon="bullseye">
    ❌ "Help with email"
    ✅ "Draft a professional follow-up email to John about the Q4 proposal"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Provide Context" icon="info-circle">
    Include relevant background information for better responses
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Use Follow-ups" icon="reply">
    Agents remember context—refine responses with follow-up questions
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Tips for Great Conversations

**Start Clear:**

```
Good: "Write a Python function that validates email addresses using regex,
       with comments and error handling"

Better: "I need a Python function for email validation. Requirements:
         - Use regex pattern
         - Include docstring
         - Handle edge cases (null, malformed)
         - Return boolean
         - Add example usage"
```

**Iterate:**

```
You: Write a product description for eco-friendly water bottles
Agent: [Writes description]
You: Make it more playful and add emojis
Agent: [Revises]
You: Perfect! Now create 3 tagline options
```

<Card title="Next: Conversation Features" href="/conversations/conversation-features">
  Explore advanced conversation capabilities
</Card>