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Flast offers multiple ways to send messages. Choose what works best for your situation.

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Text Messages

The most common way to interact with Flast is typing in the message input field.

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Writing Effective Messages

  • Start with context: Explain what you are working on
  • Be specific: Vague questions get vague answers
  • Break complex requests into parts: Easier for both you and Flast
  • Include examples: Show Flast what you are looking for

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Using Markdown

Flast understands and renders Markdown formatting. Use it to structure your messages: 
## Headers for sections

**Bold** and *italic* for emphasis

- Bullet points
- For lists

`code` for inline technical terms

```code blocks```
for longer code snippets

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Mentions with @

Reference saved content by typing @ in your message. A dropdown appears showing:
  • Memories: Knowledge you have saved
  • Prompts: Reusable prompt templates you have created
  • Todos: Your active tasks and to-dos
Select an item to include its content as context for your message.
Using @ mentions helps Flast understand exactly what context you want it to consider, rather than relying on it to remember everything.

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Keyboard Shortcuts

ActionShortcut
Send messageEnter
New lineShift + Enter

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Tool Selection

Before sending, you can enable or disable specific tools. Click the tool icon in the input area to:
  • Enable web search for current information
  • Enable image generation for visual content
  • Enable audio generation for speech
  • Turn on intense thinking for complex problems
Tools that require a paid plan show a lock icon if unavailable on your current plan.

Next: Attachments

Learn how to share files and images in your conversations.