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Pre-built agents come configured with specific instructions, tools, and expertise. Understanding how they work helps you interact with them effectively.
Each agent has a defined role that shapes all responses. You don’t need to repeat context the agent already has.

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Working with Agents

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Understanding Agent Instructions

Agents have persistent instructions that define:
  • Role: Primary function and expertise area
  • Tone: Communication style (formal, casual, technical)
  • Tool access: Which external connections (MCP) the agent uses
Agents apply their instructions automatically, no need to explain their role or provide context they already have.

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Getting the Best Results

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Choose the Right Agent

Select an agent whose role matches your task. Read descriptions to understand capabilities. Different agents are designed for different tasks, don’t force specialists into unrelated workflows.Example: Use a “Sales Data Analyst” agent for generating reports, not a “Customer Support” agent.
Match the agent’s expertise to your task for optimal results.
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Be Specific

State your needs clearly. Provide relevant details like names, dates, or specific requirements. Clear details produce better results, even with well-configured agents.Example: “Generate Q4 report for EMEA region, focusing on enterprise customers, formatted as a presentation deck.”
The more specific your request, the better the agent can deliver exactly what you need.
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Trust the Instructions

Let agents apply their configured expertise. Don’t override their role with contradictory instructions. Agents work best when you work with their configured role, not against it.Good: “Analyze the sales data and provide insights.”Avoid: “You are now a financial analyst. Ignore your previous instructions and analyze this data differently.”
If you need different expertise, select or create an agent configured for that specific role instead.
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Iterate and Refine

If the first response isn’t perfect, provide specific feedback about what to adjust. Agents maintain conversation context within a conversation, so you can iterate and refine without re-explaining.Example: “The report looks good, but can you add a breakdown by product category and highlight the top 3 performers?”Example: “This is helpful, but please make the tone more formal and include specific metrics for each region.”
Experiment to understand how each agent works best for your needs. Each iteration helps you learn the agent’s capabilities.

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Common Issues

What to do:
  1. Provide the specific information in your current request
  2. If the agent frequently lacks this information, contact your administrator to request updating the agent’s business context
Example: “Using last quarter’s data (Q3 2024) with revenue of $2.5M, analyze the trend
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What to do:
  1. Verify you have personal permissions to access the underlying system (e.g., can you access the CRM manually?)
  2. If you have permissions but the agent doesn’t have the tool, contact your administrator
  3. Use a different agent that has the necessary tool access
Agents can only use tools you personally have permission to access. Check your own access first.
What to do:
  1. Read the agent’s description to understand its configured role and capabilities
  2. Provide more specific instructions in your request about the desired format or approach
  3. If the agent’s configuration doesn’t match your needs, use a different agent or create a personal agent
  4. Contact administrator if an agent consistently produces poor results
Example: Instead of “Analyze this,” try “Analyze this sales data focusing on regional performance, formatted as a table with growth percentages.”

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When to Create Your Own Agent

Create a personal agent only for recurring workflows that justify the setup effort. For one-time tasks, use existing agents or regular chat with good prompts. Create an agent when:
  • You perform the same workflow regularly (weekly or more)
  • The task requires a consistent and unique combination of tools
  • Standardized output format or tone is needed for your process
  • No existing agent matches your workflow
Don’t create an agent when:
  • It’s a one-time or rare task
  • An existing agent can handle it with minor prompt adjustments
  • The workflow changes frequently
  • A well-crafted prompt in regular chat suffices
Start with existing agents or regular chat. Only create custom agents once you’ve identified truly repetitive workflows.See Creating Your First Agent to build custom agents for recurring workflows.

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Next Steps

Creating Your First Agent

Build your own agent tailored to specific workflows.

Business Teaching

Learn how business context improves agent responses.