> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.praxis-ai.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Interface Overview > A first-time user's tour of the Praxis AI interface — starting conversations, input options, responses, settings, and switching Digital Twins Interacting with Praxis AI Human-First Digital Twins is designed to feel like a conversation. You can type, speak, ask follow-up questions, review responses, and switch between different Digital Twins depending on what you want to do. This guide explains the main parts of the interface for first-time users. You will learn how to start a conversation, use input options, understand responses, manage conversations, adjust basic settings, and switch between Digital Twins. You do not need to learn everything at once. Start with the input bar, ask one clear question, and continue from there. ## Start a Conversation The conversation input area To begin, type a question or request into the input area at the bottom of the screen. For example: ```text wrap theme={null} Summarize this document in 5 bullet points. ``` ```text wrap theme={null} Help me write a short welcome message for new students. ``` After typing your message, press **Enter** on your keyboard or click **Submit**. The Digital Twin will begin responding right away. Responses appear gradually as they are generated — you can see the answer as it is being written instead of waiting for the full response to appear all at once. While a response is **streaming**, you can: * **Stop** — preserves everything generated so far * **Pause scroll** — read at your own pace * **Enable TTS** — have the response read aloud * **Type your next prompt** — it queues automatically You can continue the conversation by asking follow-up questions, such as "Can you make that shorter?", "Can you explain it in simpler language?", or "Can you turn this into a checklist?". You can ask, clarify, revise, and build on previous answers. ## Use the Input Options The input area is where you send messages and access helpful tools. Most users will start by typing into the input bar, but Digital Twins can also support files, audio, Assistants, and voice conversations. ### Text Input Use the text input area to type a question, instruction, or request. You can use simple language: ```text wrap theme={null} Help me understand this topic. ``` You can also give more specific instructions: ```text wrap theme={null} Explain this topic in simple terms for a beginner. Use 3 examples. ``` The more clearly you describe what you want, the more useful the response is likely to be. ### The \[+] Action Menu The action menu open in the input bar The **\[+] menu**, or action menu, gives you access to additional options. Depending on your account and organization settings, this menu may include options for: * Adding or selecting files * Creating an audio note * Using different Assistants * Searching within current or previous conversations * Accessing available tools or settings * Adjusting how Pria uses sources or context If you are new, you do not need to use every option right away. Start with typing messages, then explore the \[+] menu when you want to add files, use voice input, or try a more guided workflow. ### Mic / Audio Note **Audio Note** lets you speak instead of type. When you use Audio Note, Pria transcribes your speech into text. You can review the text before sending it, just like a typed message. This is useful when you want to capture a longer thought, explain something quickly, or work hands-free for a moment. Your speech is transcribed into the text field. Audio is processed and immediately discarded — nothing is stored. ### Convo Mode The Convo Mode widget **Convo Mode** starts a real-time voice conversation with your Digital Twin. Use it when you want a back-and-forth spoken conversation instead of typing — helpful for brainstorming, practicing a topic out loud, or talking through an idea while you work. For example, you might use Convo Mode to say "Help me prepare for a meeting", then continue speaking naturally as the Digital Twin responds. Click the **Convo** button to start a real-time voice conversation with Pria. Click again to stop. * A live transcript appears as you and Pria speak. * Pria's full tool set (search, file lookup, image generation, etc.) is available during voice sessions. * The Convo widget can be minimized, moved, and resized. Closing it ends the session. **When to use each:** * **Convo Mode** — back-and-forth conversation * **Audio Note** — composing a single longer message hands-free ## Digital Twin vs. Assistant A **Digital Twin** is the main personality or expert you are speaking with. An **Assistant** is a focused tool or workflow inside Pria that helps with a specific task, such as drafting content, reviewing a document, or following a step-by-step process. You can think of the Digital Twin as the expert, and Assistants as task-specific helpers. ## Understand Responses After you send a message, the Digital Twin will generate a response. Once a response is **complete**, hover the dialogue to reveal: * Copy input / Copy output * Share link * View Tool Details * Delete dialogue * Read aloud (Text-to-speech) ### Stop Generation If a response is still being written, you can stop it before it finishes. This is useful if you realize you asked the wrong question, want to change direction, or already have enough information. Stopping a response keeps what has already been generated. ### Copy Response You can copy a response and paste it somewhere else, such as a document, email, slide deck, or notes app. This is helpful when the Digital Twin drafts something you want to reuse or edit. ### Read Aloud / Text-to-Speech The **Read Aloud** option lets you hear a response spoken out loud. This can support accessibility for users who prefer listening, use screen-reading workflows, or benefit from audio while reviewing content. It can also be useful when checking the tone of written content — sometimes hearing a paragraph out loud makes it easier to spot awkward wording. ### View Tool Details **Tool Details** shows what tools Pria used, if any, to help create a response. For example, it may show whether Pria searched files, read a document, used a connected service, or answered without using a tool. New users do not need to inspect Tool Details every time. It is most helpful when you want to understand where an answer came from or check whether the right information was used. ### Delete Dialogue You can delete a dialogue if you no longer need it. Deletion is permanent. Export your data first if a backup is needed. To export your data, click the profile button, then click **Your Data**, and then **Export my data**. ## Manage Conversations Conversations panel Conversations are separate threads that help you keep work organized. For example, you might have one conversation for a writing project, another for research, and another for meeting preparation. A new conversation is created automatically when you start a new chat, switch Canvas classes, or click **+** in the Conversations header. * **Switch** — click any entry to load it * **Rename / Delete** — hover a row and click the pencil icon * **Clear filter** — click the **× Clear Selected** chip to return to all conversations ### Start a New Conversation You can start a new conversation using the **+** button. It is a useful shortcut for creating a fresh conversation when you are starting a new topic. ### Use the Left Navigation The left navigation or sidebar lets you view and switch between conversations. Use it to return to previous work, continue an earlier topic, or keep different projects separate. ### Save Important Responses as Favorites If a response is especially useful, you can save it as a favorite. Favorites help you quickly return to important answers without searching through an entire conversation. ## Basic Settings Settings help you personalize your Pria experience. You do not need to adjust everything when you first start, but a few basic settings are useful to know. Click **Settings** at the bottom of the sidebar to access: | **Section** | **Description** | | ------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Personal** | Profile, personalization, knowledge, data, security, integrations, billing | | **Instance** (admin only) | Digital Twin configuration | **Key settings in Your Profile:** | **Tab** | **Use it to…** | | --------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------- | | General | Edit name, profile picture, account info | | Personalization | Dark mode, Remember History, location, speech-to-text | | Knowledge | Set retrieval mode (Disabled / RAG Only / RAG + KAG Fusion) | | Your Data | View, export, or delete your personal data | | Security | Change password, manage MFA | | Google Cloud | Connect / revoke Google Workspace | | Billing | Credits, payment history, invoices | | Developer / API | Manage API keys (admin only) | ### Profile Your profile may include your name, profile picture, account information, and other personal settings. Keeping your profile up to date can help your account feel more personalized and easier to recognize, especially if you use the platform across multiple Digital Twins or organizations. ### Dark Mode Changes the display to a darker color theme. ### Remember History **Remember History** controls how much previous conversation context Pria keeps in mind when responding. For example, if you are working on a project and Remember History is enabled, Pria can better follow the ongoing conversation. Remember History setting | **Value** | **Behavior** | | ------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- | | 0 | Every turn starts fresh | | 3–5 (default) | Balanced context for most use cases | | 6+ | Older dialogues are auto-compacted into summaries | | 10+ | Best for long-running projects; use sparingly (higher token cost) | **Suggested settings by use case:** * Quick lookups: 1–3 * General chat: 3–5 * Learning / tutoring: 5–7 * Complex projects: 7–12 ### Google Connection Some organizations allow users to connect to Google Workspace. If this is enabled for your account, you may be able to connect supported Google tools so Pria can help with approved tasks involving Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Gmail, or Drive. If you do not see this option, your organization may not have enabled it. ### Credits Depending on your account setup, you may be able to view your credits from your profile, billing, or credits area. Credits are connected to usage. If your organization manages billing or access for you, you may not need to manage credits yourself. ## Switch Digital Twins Switching Digital Twins You may have access to more than one Digital Twin. Each Digital Twin may have a different personality, area of expertise, knowledge base, or purpose. Click your **profile icon** (top right) and select **Switch Accounts** to move between Digital Twins. ### Use Gallery or Switch Accounts Use the [Gallery](/mdx/user-guide/interface/digital-expert-gallery) or **Switch Accounts** option to move between Digital Twins available to you. This is helpful when you want to work with a different expert, project, class, organization, or branded experience. ### Favorite a Digital Twin If you use a Digital Twin often, mark it as a favorite. Favoriting a Digital Twin makes it easier to find and access quickly. ## Best Practices ### 1. Be Specific Include objective, audience, format, constraints, and success criteria in your prompt. "Write about marketing" "Write a 500-word blog post on Q1 SEO trends for small businesses. Tone: conversational. Format: 4 sections with 3 actionable bullets. Cite stats inline." ### 2. Add Context Context helps provide a better response. Useful context can include: * Your goal * Your audience * The tone you want * The file or topic you are working with * Any constraints, such as length or format For example: ```text wrap theme={null} Write a short announcement for students. Keep it friendly and under 150 words. ``` ```text wrap theme={null} As a technical writer, document this API endpoint with clear examples, parameter descriptions, and common error scenarios. ``` **Template:** *As a \[ROLE], \[ACTION] for \[AUDIENCE]. Include \[ELEMENTS]. Use \[TONE]. Focus on \[PRIORITIES].* ### 3. Ask for a Format You can ask the Digital Twin to respond in a specific format — bullet points, a table, a checklist, an email draft, a summary, a step-by-step guide, a lesson plan, a meeting agenda, or a file format (PDF, DOCX, HTML, and more). ### 4. Review Important Outputs Always review important outputs before sharing, submitting, publishing, or using them for decisions. Pria can help you draft, summarize, brainstorm, and analyze, but you should still check important details for accuracy, tone, and completeness. This is especially important for legal, medical, financial, academic, or official communications. ### 5. Quick Tips Here are a few simple habits that help beginners get better results: * Start with one clear request. * Ask follow-up questions. * Tell Pria what role to take, such as "act as a tutor" or "act as a technical writer." * Ask for the format you want. * Add background information when needed. * Use favorites for responses you want to keep. * Start a new conversation when changing topics. * Review important answers before using them. ## Related Guides These guides are useful next steps when you are ready to go deeper. For power users who want to add documents, websites, or knowledge sources for Pria to use. For power users who want to create repeatable workflows for common tasks. For administrators who manage Digital Twin configuration, users, branding, permissions, and advanced settings.