Document Chat is here – upload a PDF and start the conversation
Aalto AI Assistant just got a useful upgrade: you can now upload your own PDF file to the chat as background material – and yes, more than one if needed. This new Document chat feature lets you explore, summarise, and ask detailed questions based on your own documents. Whether it’s a research article, a policy draft, or course materials – the Assistant can now focus on your content.
How does it work?
- Start with one click
Click the 📎 paperclip icon at the bottom of the chat, choose a PDF file from your computer, and hit open. Then just start chatting as usual. The file works as background material for the Assistant to use in its replies. - See your previous chats
All your active and past document-based conversations are saved in the menu under “Document chat” on the left-hand side. You can always return to continue where you left off. - Create a dedicated document chat
If you’re working with several PDFs or want to name a conversation, go to the Document chat section and click the ➕ icon. You can give your chat a name (e.g., “Thesis background reading”) and upload multiple documents.
Reminder: Document chat only works if your Data storage setting is ON.
Check this by clicking the gear icon ⚙️ in the bottom left corner and go to “Data storage settings”.
Why use Document chat?
Sometimes, the best results come not from asking broader questions but from giving the AI something specific to work with. That’s where Document chat shines. By uploading your own PDF, you’re giving the Assistant a clear, focused context – and that can make all the difference.
Rather than searching through general knowledge, the model concentrates on the content you provide. This often leads to more accurate answers, sharper insights, and fewer misunderstandings. It’s especially helpful when you’re dealing with complex or detailed material: research papers, project drafts, or background readings. You stay in control of the source – and you can always trace where the answers come from.
Whether you want a summary, clarification, or just a second perspective on something you’re reading, Document chat makes it easy to explore your documents through dialogue.
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