Contesimal Session - Get an Answer

Modified on Tue, 18 Mar at 9:09 PM

1. Description of the Feature

The "Get an Answer" feature in Contesimal allows users to ask AI-powered questions about their content library or general topics from the web. This tool helps users contextualize and understand their information more efficiently, making it easier to extract insights, conduct research, and organize content effectively.

2. How it Helps

Enables users to ask questions about their securely uploaded documents or public internet sources.
Uses AI to analyze, interpret, and provide structured answers based on the content source selected.
Helps users clarify information, refine research, and make data-driven decisions.

3. How to Use "Get an Answer"

Step 1: Starting a Session

Navigate to the Sessions tab.
Select an existing session or create a new one.
Choose "Get an Answer" as the main goal of your session.

Step 2: Asking a Question

Once inside the session, locate the question input box.
Enter your query in the input field (e.g., "Who are the top 5 leaders in business leadership and why?").
Choose the source for the answer:
- Documents icon ? → The AI will search only within your uploaded content.
- Globe icon ? → The AI will fetch information from the public internet.

Step 3: Receiving an Answer

Click "Get Answers" after entering the query.
The AI will analyze the selected source and generate a structured response.
The response includes:
- A list of relevant points.
- Explanations and reasoning based on the data.
- A breakdown of key insights.

Step 4: Refining the Answer

Below the AI response, you’ll see the following options:
- "Good Answer" → Confirms that the response met your needs.
- "Say More" → Requests a more detailed response with deeper insights.
- "Adjust This Question" → Lets you refine your query for a more targeted answer.

Step 5: Storing & Using Answers

You can save notations from AI-generated responses for reference.
Click "View All Notations" to access past answers.
Use these insights to organize research, inform decision-making, or complete tasks.

4. Troubleshooting & Solutions

Issue	Possible Cause	Solution
No answer or vague response	The query is too broad or unclear	Try rewording the question to be more specific. Use precise keywords.
Answer does not match expectations	The wrong source was selected	Ensure you choose the correct icon (Documents ? or Globe ?) based on your needs.
AI response is incomplete	Complex queries might need extra processing	Click "Say More" to get a deeper explanation.
Need a different perspective	AI might have misinterpreted the intent	Click "Adjust This Question" to refine your query.
No relevant answer from documents	Content in the library may not contain needed info	Upload more relevant documents or switch to a web search ? for additional sources.

Final Thoughts

The "Get an Answer" feature is a powerful tool for extracting key insights from your content. Whether you need quick answers, in-depth analysis, or expanded information, this feature helps streamline the research and decision-making process.