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Tracking Changes

AI-Public has an advanced feature for tracking changes in chat messages. With this feature, you can view all versions of an answer, mark differences between versions, and edit and refine answers.

Activating Change Tracking​

The change tracking feature must be manually activated via the chat settings:

  1. Open an existing chat
  2. Click on the tune icon in the toolbar to open the right side menu
  3. Under "View" you'll find the "Track Changes" option
  4. Click to toggle between standard view and change tracking mode

View Modes​

  • Standard view: Normal chat experience with all features available
  • Track Changes: Specialized mode for text editing and version control

Automatic Adjustments in Edit Mode​

When you activate change tracking, different settings are automatically adjusted:

Custom System Prompt​

A special system prompt is added to ensure the AI:

  • Builds upon existing text instead of creating entirely new content
  • Focuses on improving and refining the current text
  • Maintains consistency with the existing writing style and content

You can view the full system prompt via "View System Prompt" in the chat settings, but it cannot be modified in edit mode.

Customized Tool Settings​

The tool configuration is automatically adjusted for text editing:

  • Disabled: Image creation, Knowledge Quiz generation
  • Limited: Other tools not relevant to text improvement
  • Available: Tools for verification and text analysis

These adjustments ensure that the focus is entirely on improving text, without distraction from irrelevant functions.

Feature Overview​

The change tracking feature is automatically activated when you:

  • Manually edit an answer
  • Perform quick edits (length, difficulty level, writing style, verification)
  • Generate a new answer based on an existing message

Version Indicator​

At the top of each message, you'll see the current version: "Version X of Y". This shows which version you are viewing and the total number of versions.

  • Previous version: Go to the previous version of the answer
  • Next version: Go to the next version of the answer
  • Latest version: Jump directly to the most recent version
  • Close: Close the change tracking view and return to the default chat window

Visualizing Changes​

Show/Hide Changes​

Click the "Changes" button to mark differences between the current and previous version:

  • Green underlined text: Content added in the current version
  • Red strikethrough text: Content removed from the previous version
  • Normal text: Unchanged content

Automatic Marking​

When changes are visible, "(changes marked)" appears next to the version indicator.

Editing Answers​

Manual Editing​

  1. Click "Edit" to activate edit mode
  2. Use the rich text editor (Quill) to adjust the answer
  3. Click "Save" to save your changes or "Cancel" to stop

Available formatting options:

  • Bold, italic, underline
  • Headings (H1, H2, H3)
  • Numbered and unnumbered lists
  • Text cleanup

Quick Edits​

Use the "Quick Edits" menu for automated adjustments:

Adjust Length​

  • Much shorter: Reduce to 30-40% of original length
  • Shorter: Reduce to 60-70% of original length
  • Longer: Expand to 130-150% of original length
  • Much longer: Expand to 180-200% of original length

Difficulty Level​

  • Make easier: Simplify vocabulary and concepts
  • Make harder: Increase complexity and use more advanced terminology

Adjust Writing Style​

  • Formal: Professional, polite language with correct grammar
  • Informal: Personal, relaxed tone with conversational language
  • Friendly: Warm, inviting, and supportive language
  • Neutral: Objective, impartial, and informative language
  • Humorous: Playful language with funny elements and wordplay

Verification (with tools)​

  • Internet check: Verifies facts via internet search
  • Wikipedia check: Checks information via Wikipedia
  • Google Places: Verifies location information
  • Google Routes: Checks route and travel information
  • Wolfram Alpha: Verifies calculations and scientific facts

Chat Settings in Edit Mode​

In the right side menu "Chat Settings" you can:

Model Information​

  • See which AI model is active for edits
  • View any role that might be set

System Prompt​

  • View System Prompt: Show the full prompt sent to the AI
  • In edit mode, this contains both the original prompt and special editing instructions

Tool Overview​

  • See which tools are enabled for the current session
  • Tools are automatically filtered for text editing

View Switcher​

  • Toggle between "Standard View" and "Track Changes"
  • The switcher shows the current status with corresponding icons

Additional Features​

Answer Sharing and Export​

  • Copy: Copy clean text (without formatting) to clipboard
  • Export: Export to Word, PowerPoint, or PDF via File Management

Prompt View​

  • Click the expand icon for long prompts to view full text
  • Useful for understanding the context behind an answer

Answer Deletion​

  • Click "Delete" to permanently remove a specific version
  • A confirmation dialog appears for safety

Loading Status​

Generation Indicators​

  • Spinner with text: Shows progress during answer generation
  • Tool-specific messages: Indicates which tool is active and estimated duration

Example Loading Texts:

  • "Generating answer..."
  • "Searching the internet. This takes approximately 2-4 seconds."
  • "Searching Wikipedia. This takes approximately 2-4 seconds."

Mobile Experience​

The change tracking feature is optimized for mobile devices:

  • Compact buttons: Only icons on smaller screens
  • Touch-friendly interface: Large buttons for easy operation
  • Responsive layout: Adapts to different screen sizes

Workflow for Optimal Use​

  1. Start in standard mode: Begin your chat normally and generate initial content
  2. Activate edit mode: Switch to "Track Changes" via chat settings
  3. Make targeted adjustments: Use manual editing or quick edits
  4. Check changes: Use changes view to see what has been modified
  5. Iterate if needed: Make further adjustments until satisfied
  6. Export result: Copy or export the final version
  7. Return to standard: Switch back for normal chat functionality

Tips for Optimal Use​

  1. Use changes view to see what has been modified between versions
  2. Combine edits by first manually editing and then applying quick edits
  3. Preserve different versions for different purposes (e.g., formal vs. informal report)
  4. Verify important information with verification tools before sharing content
  5. Check the system prompt to understand how the AI will respond
  6. Switch back to standard when you want to generate new content

Limitations and Considerations​

  • Manual activation required: The feature does not start automatically
  • Limited tools: Some creativity tools are disabled in edit mode
  • Changes only between consecutive versions: No comparison between non-adjacent versions
  • System prompt not customizable: In edit mode, the prompt is optimized and locked
  • Manual edits override AI response: Original AI output is lost
  • Deleted versions not recoverable: Permanent deletion without backup
  • Formatting may be lost: When converting between different formats

This feature enables iterative work on the perfect version of an AI-generated answer, with full transparency about what has been changed and targeted tools for text improvement.