Projects
Organize files and chats into dedicated workspaces where your AI assistant understands the full context
What are Shannon AI Projects?
Shannon AI Projects are intelligent workspaces that bring together files, documents, and AI conversations in one organized place. Instead of uploading files one at a time and losing context between conversations, Projects let you create dedicated environments where the AI has continuous access to all your relevant materials.
Think of Projects as specialized folders that don't just store files - they enable the AI to understand, analyze, and work with your entire collection of documents simultaneously. Whether you're researching a topic, working on a codebase, or analyzing business data, Projects keep everything organized and accessible.
Organized Workspaces
Keep related files and conversations together in dedicated project spaces
Multi-File Context
AI has simultaneous access to all project files for comprehensive understanding
Contextual Conversations
Every chat in a project draws from all uploaded documents
Custom Instructions
Define how the AI should approach work for each specific project
How Projects Work
Create Your Project
Give your project a name, description, and optionally set custom instructions that guide how the AI should work within this specific context.
Upload Your Files
Add documents, code files, spreadsheets, or any other materials relevant to your project. The AI will have access to all uploaded content.
Start Conversations
Begin chatting with Shannon AI. Every question you ask will be answered with full awareness of all project files and any custom instructions you've set.
Iterate and Expand
Add more files as your project grows. Previous conversations and context are maintained, allowing for continuous, deep work over time.
Key Features
File Management
Projects provide a centralized location for all your project-related files. Upload multiple documents and the AI automatically indexes them for intelligent retrieval during conversations.
Supported Operations
- Upload multiple files at once
- View file counts and metadata
- Delete files when no longer needed
- Track last updated timestamps
AI File Access
- Automatic content indexing
- Cross-file reference capability
- Context-aware retrieval
- Real-time document Q&A
Custom Project Instructions
Each project can have its own set of instructions that customize how the AI behaves. This is perfect for tailoring the assistant's approach based on the type of work you're doing.
Example instructions:
- "You are a helpful assistant analyzing sales data. Focus on trends and actionable insights."
- "Act as a senior code reviewer. Provide detailed feedback with code examples."
- "You are a research assistant helping with academic paper analysis. Cite sources when possible."
Project-Specific Chat History
Conversations within a project are kept separate from your main chat history. This keeps your workspace organized and allows the AI to maintain relevant context for each distinct area of work.
Use Cases
Projects are versatile and can be applied to countless scenarios:
code Codebase Analysis
Upload source code files and have the AI understand your entire codebase for debugging, refactoring, or documentation.
analytics Data Analysis
Add spreadsheets and reports to get AI-powered insights, trend analysis, and data summarization.
science Research Projects
Organize research papers, notes, and references for comprehensive literature review and synthesis.
gavel Legal Document Review
Upload contracts and legal documents for analysis, comparison, and key term extraction.
school Study Materials
Compile textbooks, lecture notes, and study guides for comprehensive exam preparation.
business Business Planning
Gather market research, financial projections, and strategy documents in one workspace.
edit_note Content Creation
Organize source materials, research, and drafts for blog posts, articles, or reports.
support_agent Support Knowledge Base
Upload product docs and FAQs to create an intelligent support assistant.
Benefits of Using Projects
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Deep Context Understanding AI comprehends your entire project, not just individual messages
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Organized Workspaces Keep different areas of work separate and focused
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Persistent Context Context carries across sessions - pick up where you left off
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Cross-File Analysis Ask questions that span multiple documents simultaneously
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Faster Workflows No need to re-upload or re-explain context each session
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Tailored Behavior Custom instructions let you optimize AI for each project type
Best Practices
| Do | Don't |
|---|---|
| Create separate projects for distinct work areas | Dump unrelated files into one giant project |
| Write clear, specific custom instructions | Leave instructions empty or too vague |
| Use descriptive project names and descriptions | Name projects generically like "Project 1" |
| Remove outdated files to keep context clean | Let obsolete documents clutter your project |
| Reference specific files when asking questions | Assume AI knows which file you mean |
lightbulb Pro Tip
For best results, organize your project files logically and use descriptive filenames. The AI uses filenames as context clues when determining which documents to reference for your questions.
warning Important Note
Deleting a project will remove all associated files and chat history. Make sure to export or backup any important information before deleting:
- Download files you want to keep
- Copy important conversation excerpts
- Note any custom instructions you want to reuse
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Projects per User | Unlimited |
| Files per Project | Multiple files supported |
| Custom Instructions | Per-project system prompts |
| Chat History | Project-specific, persistent |
| AI Context | Full access to all project files |
| File Operations | Upload, view, delete |
| Project Operations | Create, open, delete, chat |
Related Topics
Related Shannon AI Features
Projects work seamlessly with these other Shannon AI capabilities:
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