Manual Editing Overview

Manual system prompt editing provides complete control over your AI agent’s behavior configuration, allowing advanced users to craft precise, customized instructions that perfectly match their specific requirements. System prompt editor interface with advanced editing capabilities

When to Use Manual Editing

Advanced Customization

Need specific behavioral instructions not covered by guided configuration

Industry Compliance

Require precise language for regulatory or legal compliance requirements

Complex Business Logic

Implement sophisticated decision trees or conditional response patterns

Integration Requirements

Create prompts that work with specific APIs, tools, or business systems

Manual Editor Interface

Editor Features

Agent customization options and advanced settings panel

Editor Layout and Navigation

1

Text Input Area

Primary Editor: Large text area for prompt composition and editing Features: Customizable font size, line spacing, and color themes Tools: Full toolbar with formatting, editing, and navigation options
2

Information Panel

Statistics Display: Word count, character count, and structure analysis Validation Status: Real-time feedback on prompt completeness and quality Quick Reference: Access to guidelines and best practices
3

Preview Section

Formatted Display: How the prompt appears to the AI system Structure Outline: Visual representation of prompt organization Test Integration: Quick access to playground testing environment
4

Action Controls

Save and Apply: Commit changes to active agent configuration Reset Options: Revert to previous versions or default templates Import/Export: Load templates or save custom prompts for reuse

Prompt Structure Guidelines

Essential Components

Agent Identity

Purpose: Establish who the agent is and its primary role Required: Clear role definition and scope of responsibilities Example: “You are a customer success specialist for CloudTech Solutions”

Personality Traits

Purpose: Define communication style and behavioral characteristics Required: Tone specification and interaction approach Example: “Maintain a professional yet friendly demeanor, showing patience and empathy”

Knowledge Domain

Purpose: Specify areas of expertise and information access Required: Clear boundaries of knowledge and capabilities Example: “Expertise includes product features, pricing, integration, and troubleshooting”

Response Guidelines

Purpose: Instruction on how to structure and format responses Required: Communication standards and quality expectations Example: “Provide clear, actionable answers with relevant examples”
Personality and behavioral configuration options
## Agent Role and Identity
[Define who the agent is and primary function]

## Personality and Communication Style
[Specify tone, manner, and interaction approach]

## Areas of Expertise
[List knowledge domains and specializations]

## Response Guidelines
[Instructions for answer format and quality]

## Business Context
[Company information and relevant background]

## Special Instructions
[Specific rules, limitations, or unique requirements]

## Escalation Procedures
[When and how to direct users to human support]