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Brainbox AI: How to Use

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Brainbox is an AI assistant built into Wavebox that helps you get more done without switching apps or tabs. Chat, summarize pages, draft emails, translate text, and more — all from one convenient panel.

💡 Before reading this article, consider familiarizing yourself with Brainbox Settings.

Overview

  • Brainbox replies in the context of the tab you are using.
  • Conversations are saved and can be used again later.
  • Each conversation maintains context when selected.
  • You can create a Smart Note from any conversation.
  • Add any prompt to Brainbox as a new skill.

Using the Brainbox Toolbar Icon

  • Navigate to the page you need help on.
  • Optionally, highlight some text.
  • Click on the Brainbox icon in the toolbar to open the panel.
  • The panel will start a new conversation. Or, you can continue a previous conversion from the 'Chat' drop-down menu.
  • Start typing your question in the text field at the bottom of the panel.
  • Choose a Context (optional).
    • [Include selection] - replies in the context of a highlighted section.
    • [Include page] - replies in the context of the active page.
  • Select a Skill (optional).
    • Click on the [Skill] dropdown menu and choose a Skill.
  • Hit return to submit your request.
  • Your reply will appear at the top of the panel.
  • Use the chat box at the bottom to continue the conversation in context.

Right-Click Skill (page context menu)

  • Navigate to the page you need help on.
  • Either: Right-click on any page and choose a skill from the list.
  • Or: Highlight a selection on the page then right-click and choose a skill.
  • The Brainbox panel will pop-open with a reply.
  • Tip: Skills are also available in the Brainbox panel, just above the chat box.