Why Use Assistants?
Instead of repeating the same instructions at the start of every conversation, create an assistant once and reuse it:- Research assistant — Configured to provide thorough, cited research
- Support agent — Trained to respond in your company’s tone and style
- Code reviewer — Set up with your coding standards and review checklist
- Writing editor — Customised with your preferred writing style and guidelines
How Assistants Differ from Regular Chats
| Feature | Regular Chat | Assistant Chat |
|---|---|---|
| System prompt | None (default model behaviour) | Custom instructions you define |
| Default model | Your global default | Model selected for the assistant |
| Reusability | One-off conversation | Reusable persona |
| Organisation | Manual | Labelled and categorised |