> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://knowledge.helloaubrey.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Chatting with Aubrey

The web chat is the fastest way to ask Aubrey for plans, drafts, decisions, and next steps.

## Jump to

* [Start a chat](#start-a-chat)
* [Use starter cards](#use-starter-cards)
* [Attach files](#attach-files)
* [Stop or retry a run](#stop-or-retry-a-run)
* [Approve or reject an action](#approve-or-reject-an-action)
* [Open past conversations](#open-past-conversations)

## Start a chat

Open an agent and type in the message box that says **Message Aubrey...**

If the chat is empty, Aubrey shows starter cards. They may be based on the agent's setup, enabled skills, recipes, or saved starter prompts.

Examples include:

* Turn notes into a plan
* Prioritize my week
* Create next steps
* Help me decide

You can choose one of those prompts or write your own request.

Press **Enter** to send a message. Press **Shift+Enter** to add a new line.

## Use starter cards

After the conversation has started, use the sparkles button near the message box if you are not sure what to ask next. The button is labeled **Not sure how to use Aubrey?** and opens the starter cards again.

Starter cards are suggestions. Choosing one sends that prompt to Aubrey; it does not change your agent settings or turn on new access by itself.

## Attach files

If file upload is available for the agent, the chat composer shows a paperclip attachment button.

To send a file:

1. Choose the paperclip attachment button.
2. Select one or more files.
3. Wait for the file chips to appear.
4. Add a message, or send the files by themselves.
5. Choose **Send**.

After a file is attached to a message, it appears in the chat. Select the attachment from the message to open or download it.

## Stop or retry a run

When Aubrey is actively working, the workspace can show **Cancel run**. Use it if you want Aubrey to stop the current request.

If a run fails or is canceled, the workspace can show **Retry run**. Use it to ask Aubrey to try again from the same request.

## Approve or reject an action

Some actions need your approval before Aubrey continues. When that happens, Aubrey shows an approval card with **Approve** and **Reject**.

Choose **Approve** when the action matches what you want Aubrey to do. Choose **Reject** when it should not continue with that action.

If Aubrey needs a connected account or a plan upgrade, the chat can show a connection or billing card. Follow the card to connect the account or review billing.

If you send a different message instead of finishing a connection, file-selection, or upgrade card, Aubrey stops waiting on that earlier setup step and treats the new message as a new request. Open the latest card when you want to continue the original setup step.

## Open past conversations

Open the agent workspace and choose **Conversations**.

This tab lists recent conversations from places Aubrey supports, such as web chat, email, Telegram, and WhatsApp. Select a conversation to open it.

## FAQ

### Can I send only a file without text?

Yes. Once the file has uploaded and appears as a chip, the **Send** button can send the attachment even if the message box is empty.

### Can I remove a file before sending?

Yes. Use the **x** on the file chip before sending.

### Why is Aubrey asking me to connect something?

Some requests need a connected account, such as Google Workspace, or a feature included in a paid plan. Aubrey will show a connection or upgrade card when that happens.