> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Space Assistants

> Configure and manage assistants within your space

## Overview

Each space can have a default assistant that handles conversations within that workspace. Space assistants are configured specifically for the space's use case and are available to all space members.

## Default Assistant

The space sidebar shows your current **Default Assistant** configuration:

* **Assistant avatar and name** - Visual identifier
* **"Create a new assistant"** button - Quick access to assistant creation
* Current assistant is automatically used for new conversations

## Viewing Space Assistant

In the space sidebar panel:

1. Look for the **"Default Assistant"** section at the top
2. See the currently selected assistant with avatar
3. View assistant name (e.g., "Pulze")

## Changing Default Assistant

### Selecting a Different Assistant

To change the space's default assistant:

1. Open space settings or assistant configuration
2. Browse available assistants
3. Select the desired assistant
4. Save changes
5. New conversations will use the selected assistant

### Available Assistants

You can choose from:

* **Organization assistants** - Shared across org
* **Space-specific assistants** - Created in this space
* **Your assistants** - Personal assistants
* **Pre-built templates** - Pulze's ready-to-use assistants

## Creating Space Assistants

### Quick Creation

From the space sidebar:

1. Click **"Create a new assistant"** button
2. Configure assistant settings:
   * Name and description
   * Instructions/system prompt
   * Model preference
   * Tools and capabilities
   * Knowledge sources
3. Save the assistant
4. Optionally set as space default

### Space-Specific Configuration

When creating assistants for a space, consider:

* **Purpose** - What tasks will this assistant handle?
* **Knowledge** - What data should it access?
* **Tools** - What capabilities does it need?
* **Audience** - Who will use this assistant?

## Assistant Capabilities

Space assistants can be configured with:

### Knowledge Access

* **Space documents** - Access to docs in this space
* **Custom data** - Uploaded files and web pages
* **Organization data** - Shared knowledge bases

### Tool Usage

* **Web search** - Find current information
* **API requests** - Connect to external services
* **File operations** - Read and write documents
* **Custom tools** - Organization-specific capabilities

### Model Selection

* **Default model** - Primary AI model to use
* **Fallback models** - Backup options
* **Router support** - Use custom routers

## Managing Multiple Assistants

### When to Use Multiple Assistants

Create multiple assistants for:

* **Different use cases** - Support, coding, writing
* **Specialized knowledge** - Domain experts
* **Various skill levels** - Basic vs advanced
* **Language preferences** - Multilingual support

### Switching Assistants

Users can override the default during conversations:

1. Open the conversation
2. Click assistant selector
3. Choose different assistant
4. Continue with new assistant

## Assistant Performance

### Monitoring Usage

Track how space assistants are performing:

* Conversation volume
* User satisfaction ratings
* Tool usage patterns
* Response quality

### Optimization

Improve assistant performance by:

* Refining system prompts
* Updating knowledge sources
* Adding relevant tools
* Adjusting model selection

## Best Practices

<Tip>
  **Clear Purpose**: Configure assistants with specific, well-defined purposes for better results.
</Tip>

<Tip>
  **Relevant Knowledge**: Connect assistants to data sources relevant to the space's work.
</Tip>

<Tip>
  **Tool Selection**: Enable only necessary tools to avoid confusion and maintain focus.
</Tip>

<Tip>
  **Regular Updates**: Review and update assistant instructions as needs evolve.
</Tip>

## Common Configurations

### Customer Support Space

* Assistant with access to product documentation
* Tools for ticket creation and search
* Friendly, helpful tone
* Quick response optimization

### Development Space

* Technical assistant with code analysis
* Access to code repositories
* Development tools enabled
* Precise, detailed responses

### Content Creation Space

* Creative writing assistant
* Access to brand guidelines
* Image generation tools
* Engaging, on-brand voice

### Data Analysis Space

* Analytical assistant
* Access to datasets
* Visualization capabilities
* Clear, data-driven insights

## Integration with Space Features

### With Conversations

* Default assistant starts new chats
* Assistant history tracked per space
* Easy switching between assistants

### With Documents

* Assistants can access space documents
* Create and edit documents
* Reference documentation in responses

### With Data

* Connect to space data sources
* Use custom data in responses
* Data-aware responses

### With Tasks

* Assistants can be used in automated tasks
* Scheduled conversations with assistants
* Consistent automated responses

## Troubleshooting

### Assistant Not Available

If default assistant isn't working:

1. Check assistant still exists
2. Verify space permissions
3. Confirm assistant hasn't been deleted
4. Check organization subscription

### Wrong Assistant Loading

If incorrect assistant appears:

1. Verify space default settings
2. Check user hasn't selected different assistant
3. Review assistant assignments
4. Update space configuration

### Assistant Missing Tools

If assistant can't use expected tools:

1. Check tool permissions
2. Verify tools enabled for assistant
3. Confirm organization has tool access
4. Review assistant configuration

## Permission Requirements

<Info>
  Configuring space assistants typically requires Admin or Editor permissions within the space.
</Info>

Access levels for assistants:

* **View** - See which assistant is configured
* **Use** - Start conversations with assistant
* **Configure** - Change default assistant
* **Create** - Build new assistants for space

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    Learn about Assistants
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    Build Custom Assistants
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    Configure Models
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    Manage Space
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