Global Chat is NodeTool’s AI assistant interface for interacting with AI models from anywhere in the application. It supports multiple providers, autonomous agents, specialized tools, and workflow integration.
Overview
Global Chat provides:
- Chat with AI models (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, local models)
- Specialized tools for web search, image generation, etc.
- Autonomous agents for complex task execution
- Workflow and asset integration
- Multiple conversation threads
- Standalone chat window from system tray
The chat maintains a persistent WebSocket connection and automatically reconnects after app reloads.
Getting Started
Opening Global Chat
- From the App: Click Chat in the navigation menu.
- Standalone Window: Click system tray icon → Chat for a dedicated window
Standalone Chat
Access chat in a focused, dedicated window:
- Click the NodeTool icon in your system tray
- Select Chat from the menu
- A new window opens with just the chat interface
Agent Mode
What is Agent Mode?
Agent Mode enables autonomous task execution:
- Plan tasks: Break down requests into steps
- Use tools: Select and apply available tools
- Execute workflows: Complete multi-step tasks
- Analyze results: Adjust strategy based on outcomes
Agent Capabilities
With Agent Mode enabled:
- Web Research: Conduct research using search tools
- Content Creation: Generate and refine content
- Problem Solving: Work through problems step by step
- Task Management: Execute multi-part projects
Agent Planning
The agent:
- Divides tasks into subtasks
- Sequences operations optimally
- Manages dependencies between tasks
- Adapts based on intermediate results