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# Initiating a Chat

1. **Accessing the Chat Interface**
   * Navigate to the application by logging in with your username and password.
   * Upon successful login, you will be directed to the home screen of the application.

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2. **Selecting an agent**

   * Locate the 'Select Agent' dropdown menu on the left side of the screen. This menu contains the agents currently available to you.
   * Click on the dropdown menu to expand the list of available chat agents.
   * Select the agent that best corresponds to the type of chat you wish to initiate. For example, options may include "General Inquiry," "Human Resources," "Sales," etc.
   * Click on the selected agent to proceed.

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3. **Attaching a File (If Applicable)**

   * Depending on the selected agent, you may have the ability to attach files, such as .pdf or .docx files.
   * If file attachment is supported for the chosen agent, look for a designated "Attach File" button or icon within the chat interface.
   * Click on the "Attach File" button/icon to open the file selection dialog.
   * Browse your device's file system to locate the file you wish to attach.
   * Select the desired file and click "Open" or "Attach" to include it with your chat message.

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4. **Initiating the Chat**

   * Once you have selected the appropriate chat option and attached any necessary files, proceed to initiate the chat by typing your message in the chat window.

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To watch a video demonstration, click [here](https://airiskinc-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/personal/vetrimaheswaran_aicrisk_com/EQjexrMqVDZIrhqO-RDWt_0BwyVPq2ylXeoe4iiXhJgSNA?nav=eyJyZWZlcnJhbEluZm8iOnsicmVmZXJyYWxBcHAiOiJPbmVEcml2ZUZvckJ1c2luZXNzIiwicmVmZXJyYWxBcHBQbGF0Zm9ybSI6IldlYiIsInJlZmVycmFsTW9kZSI6InZpZXciLCJyZWZlcnJhbFZpZXciOiJNeUZpbGVzTGlua0NvcHkifX0\&e=yPTgY4).

#### Additional Information:

* **Prompt Clearly**: Be sure to communicate your questions and inquiries clearly and concisely within the chat interface. The average response time is approximately 10-15 seconds though some responses may take longer depending on the complexity of the task.