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Overview

Chats are the heart of your mixus experience. They’re intelligent conversations that adapt to your needs, whether you’re brainstorming ideas, solving complex problems, or collaborating with your team. Every chat in mixus is powered by advanced AI models and enhanced with powerful tools, memory, and real-time collaboration features.

How It Works

mixus chats go beyond simple question-and-answer interactions. They’re designed to be:
  1. Contextually Aware: Remember your conversation history and maintain context across sessions
  2. Tool-Enhanced: Automatically access web search, document analysis, and 200+ integrations
  3. Collaborative: Share with team members for real-time collaboration
  4. Persistent: Save important conversations and build on them over time
  5. Intelligent: Leverage multiple AI models and switch between them seamlessly

Chat interface overview

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Getting Started

Creating your first chat

Before you begin, ensure you have:
  • An active mixus account
  • Appropriate permissions to create chats
  • Basic familiarity with the mixus interface
Steps:
  1. Start a new conversation: Click the “New Chat” button or press Cmd/Ctrl + N
  2. Choose your AI model: Select from various AI models optimized for different tasks
  3. Ask your question: Type your message and press Enter
  4. Enhance with tools: The AI automatically uses tools when needed

Basic chat features

Message types

  • Text messages: Standard conversation with AI
  • Image messages: Upload images for AI analysis
  • File messages: Share documents for processing
  • Code messages: Get help with programming tasks
  • Voice messages: Dictate messages using voice input

Smart Responses

mixus automatically enhances responses with:
  • Real-time Information: Web search for current data
  • Visual Content: Charts, diagrams, and infographics
  • Code Execution: Run and test code snippets
  • Document Analysis: Process uploaded files
  • Memory Integration: Access saved knowledge

Key Features

Real-Time Collaboration

Multiplayer Chats

Invite team members to join your conversations:
  • Live Participation: Multiple people can interact simultaneously
  • Shared Context: Everyone sees the full conversation history
  • Role-Based Access: Control who can view, edit, or invite others
  • Activity Indicators: See when others are typing or active

Collaboration Tools

  • @Mentions: Tag team members to get their attention
  • Shared Workspaces: Organize chats by project or team
  • Permission Management: Control access levels for different users
  • Real-time Sync: Changes appear instantly for all participants

Advanced Context Management

Conversation Memory

  • Persistent Context: Chats remember previous conversations
  • Smart Summarization: Long conversations are intelligently summarized
  • Context Switching: Seamlessly move between topics while maintaining relevance
  • Memory Integration: Access your personal knowledge base within chats

Multi-Session Continuity

  • Resume Conversations: Pick up where you left off across devices
  • Context Preservation: Important information is retained between sessions
  • Conversation Linking: Connect related chats for broader context
  • Historical Reference: Access past conversations for context

Model Flexibility

Dynamic Model Switching

  • Mid-Conversation Changes: Switch AI models without losing context
  • Task-Specific Optimization: Use different models for different parts of your workflow
  • Automatic Recommendations: Get suggestions for optimal model choices
  • Seamless Transitions: Context is preserved across model changes

Model Comparison

  • Side-by-Side Responses: Compare how different models approach the same question
  • Performance Insights: See which models work best for your use cases
  • Usage Analytics: Track your model preferences and effectiveness

Chat Management

Organization Features

Chat Titles and Descriptions

  • Auto-Generated Titles: mixus creates descriptive titles automatically
  • Custom Naming: Rename chats to match your workflow
  • Rich Descriptions: Add context and notes to chats
  • Search Optimization: Titles and descriptions are searchable

Folders and Workspaces

  • Project Organization: Group related chats together
  • Team Workspaces: Shared spaces for collaborative work
  • Personal Collections: Private organization for individual work
  • Smart Categorization: AI-assisted chat organization

Search and Discovery

  • Full-Text Search: Find conversations by content
  • Semantic Search: Discover related conversations by meaning
  • Filter Options: Search by date, participants, models, or tools used
  • Quick Access: Recent and frequently accessed chats

Chat History

  • Unlimited History: All conversations are saved automatically
  • Export Options: Download chats in multiple formats
  • Backup Integration: Sync with cloud storage services
  • Version History: Track changes and edits over time

Advanced Features

Tool Integration

Automatic Tool Usage

mixus intelligently uses tools based on your needs:
  • Web Search: Get current information and facts
  • Document Processing: Analyze PDFs, spreadsheets, and presentations
  • Code Execution: Run and debug code in real-time
  • Image Analysis: Understand and describe visual content
  • Data Visualization: Create charts and graphs from data

Manual Tool Control

  • Tool Selection: Choose specific tools for tasks
  • Tool Configuration: Customize tool behavior and settings
  • Tool Chaining: Combine multiple tools for complex workflows
  • Tool Results: Review and verify tool outputs

Privacy and Security

Data Protection

  • End-to-End Encryption: Messages are encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Granular permissions for chat sharing
  • Data Retention: Control how long conversations are stored
  • Audit Trails: Track access and modifications

Enterprise Features

  • SSO Integration: Single sign-on with your organization
  • Compliance: SOC 2 Type II and other certifications
  • Admin Controls: Organization-wide policies and settings
  • Data Governance: Control data handling and retention

Use Cases

Individual Productivity

Research and Analysis

  • Literature Reviews: Analyze multiple sources and synthesize findings
  • Market Research: Gather and analyze competitive intelligence
  • Data Analysis: Process datasets and generate insights
  • Decision Support: Evaluate options and make informed choices

Creative Work

  • Content Creation: Write blogs, articles, and marketing copy
  • Brainstorming: Generate and refine creative ideas
  • Design Feedback: Get input on visual and written content
  • Story Development: Create narratives and character development

Learning and Development

  • Skill Building: Get personalized tutorials and explanations
  • Code Learning: Practice programming with AI assistance
  • Language Learning: Practice conversations in different languages
  • Knowledge Expansion: Explore new topics with guided conversations

Team Collaboration

Project Management

  • Planning Sessions: Collaborative project planning and roadmapping
  • Status Updates: Share progress and coordinate team activities
  • Problem Solving: Tackle complex challenges as a team
  • Decision Making: Evaluate options and reach consensus

Knowledge Sharing

  • Documentation: Create and maintain team knowledge bases
  • Training: Onboard new team members with AI assistance
  • Best Practices: Share and refine team processes
  • Expertise Sharing: Connect team members with relevant knowledge

Creative Collaboration

  • Campaign Development: Brainstorm and develop marketing campaigns
  • Product Design: Iterate on product concepts and features
  • Content Strategy: Plan and create content collaboratively
  • Innovation: Explore new ideas and opportunities

Best Practices

Effective Communication

Clear Context Setting

  1. Provide Background: Give the AI context about your goals and constraints
  2. Specify Requirements: Be clear about what you need from the conversation
  3. Share Relevant Information: Include important details upfront
  4. Set Expectations: Clarify the type of response or output you want

Progressive Refinement

  1. Start Broad: Begin with general questions and narrow down
  2. Iterate and Refine: Build on responses to get better results
  3. Ask Follow-ups: Dig deeper into interesting or important points
  4. Clarify Ambiguity: Ask for clarification when responses are unclear

Collaboration Efficiency

Team Communication

  1. Use @Mentions: Tag relevant team members for their input
  2. Provide Context: Help team members understand the conversation history
  3. Assign Roles: Clarify who’s responsible for different aspects
  4. Document Decisions: Capture important conclusions and next steps

Workflow Integration

  1. Connect Related Chats: Link conversations that build on each other
  2. Use Consistent Naming: Make chats easy to find and understand
  3. Regular Reviews: Periodically review and organize chat collections
  4. Archive Completed Work: Keep active workspace clean and focused

Privacy and Security

Information Sharing

  1. Review Before Sharing: Check content before inviting others
  2. Use Appropriate Permissions: Grant minimum necessary access
  3. Regular Access Reviews: Periodically review who has access to what
  4. Sensitive Data Handling: Be cautious with confidential information

Limitations

Technical Constraints

  • Context Windows: Each model has limits on conversation length
  • Response Time: Complex queries may take longer to process
  • Tool Availability: Some tools may have usage limits or restrictions
  • File Size Limits: Uploaded files must be within size constraints

Collaboration Limits

  • Concurrent Users: There may be limits on simultaneous participants
  • Real-time Sync: Very rapid interactions may have slight delays
  • Notification Limits: Excessive activity may trigger rate limiting
  • Storage Quotas: Organizations may have chat storage limits

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Chat Not Loading

  1. Check Internet Connection: Ensure stable connectivity
  2. Refresh Browser: Try reloading the page
  3. Clear Cache: Clear browser cache and cookies
  4. Try Different Browser: Test with an alternative browser

Collaboration Problems

  1. Check Permissions: Verify user has appropriate access
  2. Verify Invitations: Ensure invites were sent and accepted
  3. Refresh Session: Have all participants refresh their browsers
  4. Check Organization Settings: Verify collaboration is enabled

Performance Issues

  1. Reduce Context: Start new chat if conversation is very long
  2. Optimize Queries: Make requests more specific and focused
  3. Check Tool Usage: Some tools may be experiencing delays
  4. Switch Models: Try a different AI model for better performance
  • AI Models - Choose the right model for your conversations
  • AI Tools - Enhance chats with powerful tool integrations
  • AI Agents - Automate workflows based on chat patterns
  • Memory System - Build persistent knowledge from conversations
  • Integrations - Connect chats with external tools and services

What’s Next?

Ready to master mixus chats? Here’s what to explore:
  1. Start your first conversation and experiment with different approaches
  2. Explore AI models to find your preferred conversation style
  3. Invite team members to try collaborative conversations
  4. Create an agent based on your successful chat patterns

Having trouble with chats? Visit our Support Center or check our FAQ for quick solutions.
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