Workflow Assistants
Workflow assistants are an advanced form of AI assistants. Instead of a fully open conversation, the user follows a defined sequence of steps guided by the AI. This makes it possible to guide complex, multi-step processes from beginning to end.
What is a Workflow Assistant?
A workflow assistant is based on a visual flowchart of nodes connected by arrows. Each node performs a specific task:
| Node type | Description |
|---|---|
| Start / End | Entry and exit point of the workflow |
| Evaluate | Analyses the context and stores information in the workflow memory |
| Condition | Evaluates an expression and routes the flow in the right direction |
| LLM | Calls a language model for a specific task (optionally: waits for user input) |
| Approval | Asks a yes/no question and routes the flow based on the answer |
The workflow automatically saves its state after each step. When the user provides input, the workflow resumes exactly where it left off — even after closing the browser.
How do I use a Workflow Assistant?
Start a new conversation and choose a workflow assistant from the list. The assistant automatically guides you through all steps. In some steps the assistant waits for your response; in others it works independently without input.
On the left side of the conversation you can see the workflow steps and which step is currently active.
You can close the chat at any time and continue later. The workflow will resume where you left off.
Example: Deep Research Assistant
The Deep Research Assistant is an example of a workflow assistant available in all environments. It guides the user through a thorough research process:
- Define the topic — the AI asks about the research topic and desired depth
- Formulate search queries — the AI creates targeted search questions
- Conduct research — the AI carries out the research and gathers information
- Generate report — the AI writes a structured research report
- Wrap up — the user reviews the report and can ask follow-up questions
Restoring a Conversation
Not happy with the direction the conversation has taken? The restore button on an earlier message lets you roll back the workflow to that point. All messages after that point are deleted and the workflow resumes from that exact moment.
Restoring is permanent — the deleted messages cannot be recovered.