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How do I configure the Tools agent node?#

An agent is used to extend the functionality of a Large Language Model or Chat Model with the use of additional nodes such as triggers, retrievers, loaders and output parsers. Agent nodes are distinct from Chain nodes in that they automatically determine the correct attached node to use for a given user input.

Before you begin#

Step 1 - add the node#

  • Click + to open the nodes panel
  • Search for Agent in the node search field.
  • Click Ai Agent to open the node editor
  • Choose Tools agent from the Agent field.
  • Add a pathway

Step 2 - choose how to handle prompts#

Prompt Description Additional information
Take from previous node automatically Looks for chatInput parameter supplied by the preceding node Execute previous nodes to load input data
Define below Define JSON parameters that will be sent to a child node such as a Model, Operator, Memory or Tool. These should be defined based on the outputs from a preceding node in the pathway Execute previous nodes to load input data

Step 3 - add optional settings#

Optional Description Required
System message Add or edit text used by the connected model to interpret and assemble output returned to the end user

Next step#

Link the Agent to child nodes: