Chat Interface
The Algomim chat interface is where you communicate with the AI assistant. You type natural language instructions, and the AI executes them in your connected design software.Overview
The chat interface at chat.algomim.com provides:- Conversation view: Your messages and AI responses, including code execution results, images, and data tables
- Connection status: Shows which software is currently connected
- Chat history: All your previous conversations, accessible from the sidebar
- Knowledge base: Upload custom documents for the AI to reference
Starting a Chat
- Go to chat.algomim.com
- Click New Chat in the sidebar
- Connect your design software using a PIN (see Connecting)
- Type your instruction and press Enter
Writing Messages
You can write instructions in plain language. Be specific about what you want:- Good prompts
- Vague prompts
Understanding Responses
The AI’s responses may include:- Text explanations: What the AI did or is about to do
- Code blocks: The script that was executed in your software
- Execution results: Output from the script (e.g., element counts, parameter values)
- Images: Screenshots captured from your software, or AI-generated images
- Error messages: If something went wrong, with suggestions for fixing it
Attachments
You can attach files to your messages:- Images: Screenshots, photos, or reference images for the AI to analyze
- Documents: PDFs or text files for the AI to reference (also see Knowledge Base)
Chat History
All conversations are saved automatically. Access previous chats from the sidebar. Each chat maintains its connection context — if you reconnect your software, you can continue where you left off.Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Enter | Send message |
| Shift + Enter | New line in message |