How to Create, Share, and Discover Custom Assistants on Magicdoor

Magicdoor has launched a powerful new feature that lets you create personalized AI assistants tailored to your specific needs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through creating, using, and sharing custom assistants to boost your productivity and streamline your workflow.

What Are Custom Assistants in Magicdoor?

Custom assistants in Magicdoor are personalized AI helpers that remember your specific instructions and preferences. Instead of repeating the same prompts over and over, you can create an assistant that's pre-configured with your preferred settings, knowledge base, and interaction style. These assistants work across both regular chat interfaces and Canvas chats, giving you consistent experiences throughout the platform.

How to Create Your First Custom Assistant

Creating a custom assistant in Magicdoor is straightforward:

1. Navigate to the Assistants section via the Magicdoor sidepanel
2. Click "Create New Assistant"
3. Define your instructions, preferred model, and other settings
4. Choose whether to make your assistant discoverable to the community
5. Save your configuration Once created, your assistant will appear in your sidebar for easy access in future sessions.

Key Features of Magicdoor's Custom Assistants

Persistent Instructions

Save detailed instruction sets that your assistant will remember for all future interactions, eliminating the need to repeat context.

Model Selection

Choose your preferred AI model as the default for your assistant, optimizing for speed, creativity, or analytical capabilities.

Seamless Integration

Your custom assistants work across all Magicdoor interfaces, including standard chats and Canvas workspaces.

Privacy Controls

Decide whether your assistant is discoverable by the community or remains private for only people who have the direct link.

Easy Sharing

Share your custom assistants with specific individuals through a simple link, even if you don't make them publicly discoverable.

Practical Use Cases for Custom Assistants

Personal Productivity Assistants

Create assistants that handle recurring tasks according to your preferences, such as:

• Personal Trainer: Design workout routines and track fitness progress
• Content Creator: Generate ideas and outlines based on your brand voice
• Research Assistant: Compile information from preferred sources

Domain-Specific Experts

Build assistants with specialized knowledge in your field:

• Marketing Expert: Guide marketing strategies based on specific methodologies
• Technical Consultant: Provide coding assistance in your preferred languages
• Educational Tutor: Create lesson plans following specific teaching frameworks

Workflow Enhancement Tools

Develop assistants that streamline your daily work:

• SEO Writing Assistant: Optimize content for search engines
• Meeting Facilitator: Generate agendas and summarize discussion points
• Customer Service Helper: Draft response templates for common inquiries

Community Assistant Marketplace

The community aspect of Magicdoor's assistant feature allows users to discover useful assistants created by others. This marketplace of ideas helps you:

• Find assistants that match your specific needs
• Learn from how others have configured their assistants
• Save time by using pre-configured expert assistants

Best Practices for Creating Effective Assistants

1. Be specific in your instructions: The more detail you provide, the better your assistant will perform
2. Update regularly: Refine your assistant's instructions based on its performance
3. Consider the use case: Different tasks might require different models or instruction sets
4. Test thoroughly: Interact with your assistant in various scenarios to ensure it meets your needs

When Should You Create a Custom Assistant?

Consider creating a custom assistant whenever you find yourself:

• Repeating the same instructions to Magicdoor across multiple chats
• Needing consistent outputs formatted in a specific way
• Working on recurring projects with similar requirements
• Collaborating with team members who need access to the same AI capabilities

Getting Started Today

Ready to create your first custom assistant? Click here to access the Assistants feature and start building your personalized AI helper today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many custom assistants can I create?
A: Currently, there is no limit to the number of assistants you can create in Magicdoor.

Q: Can I edit my assistant after creating it?
A: Yes, you can update your assistant's instructions, settings, and discovery preferences at any time.

Q: Will my assistant remember previous conversations?
A: Your assistant will maintain the instructions you've provided, but each new chat will start fresh unless you specifically enable conversation history.

Q: Can I use my custom assistant on mobile devices?
A: Yes, your assistants are accessible across all platforms where Magicdoor is available.

Start exploring the possibilities with Magicdoor's custom assistants today and transform how you interact with AI tools. Whether you're looking to boost productivity, streamline workflows, or create specialized helpers for specific domains, custom assistants provide the flexibility and personalization you need."}