o1 Beta Documentation

Table of Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Interface Layout
  3. Left Sidebar Menu
  4. AI Provider, Model Selection, and Presets Configuration
  5. Right Sidebar Menu
  6. Chat Interface
  7. OpenAI o1 Series Models
  8. Advanced Features
  9. Troubleshooting
  10. FAQ

1. Overview

o1 Beta is a powerful multibot platform with access to the cutting-edge o1 Beta LLM (Language Learning Model). This application allows users to interact with various AI models, manage chats, and customize their AI experience.

2. Interface Layout

The o1 Beta interface is divided into three main sections:

  • Left Sidebar: For navigation and chat management
  • Central Area: For chat interactions
  • Right Sidebar: For additional features and settings

3. Left Sidebar Menu

The left sidebar provides quick access to essential features:

  1. Chat Management

    • Create a new chat
    • View chat history
  2. Bookmarks

    • Access saved conversations or important information
  3. Account Information

    • View and manage your account details

4. AI Provider, Model Selection, and Presets Configuration

4.1 AI Providers Selection

Choose from a variety of AI providers to power your conversations.

4.2 Model Selection

Access a dropdown menu to view and select from all available models, including the latest Open AI’s o1 Preview model.

4.3 Presets

Customize and save your preferred settings for quick access.

Access your stored presets for efficient workflow.

5. Right Sidebar Menu

The right sidebar offers additional features to enhance your o1 Beta experience:

5.1 Setting up Prompts

Customize prompts for your AI model to guide conversations effectively.

5.2 Managing Prompts

Organize and edit your prompts for optimal use.

5.3 Attach Files

Easily attach files to your conversations for context or analysis.

5.4 File Management

Manage your uploaded files efficiently.

5.5 Manage Bookmarks

Organize and access your bookmarked conversations or information.

6. Chat Interface

The central area of the o1 Beta interface is dedicated to your chat interactions with the AI. Here, you can:

  • Type your messages
  • View AI responses
  • Scroll through conversation history

7. OpenAI o1 Series Models

The o1 Beta platform now includes access to OpenAI’s groundbreaking o1 series models, which represent a significant advancement in AI reasoning capabilities.

7.1 Overview of o1 Models

OpenAI o1 series models are new large language models trained with reinforcement learning to perform complex reasoning. These models excel in:

  • Scientific reasoning
  • Competitive programming (89th percentile on Codeforces)
  • Advanced mathematics (top 500 students in USA Math Olympiad qualifier)
  • PhD-level accuracy on physics, biology, and chemistry problems

7.2 Available o1 Models

Two reasoning models are available in the API:

  1. o1-preview: An early preview designed to reason about hard problems using broad general knowledge.
  2. o1-mini: A faster and cheaper version, particularly adept at coding, math, and science tasks where extensive general knowledge isn’t required.

7.3 Key Features of o1 Models

  • Internal Reasoning: o1 models think before they answer, producing a long internal chain of thought.
  • Reasoning Tokens: These models use reasoning tokens to break down their understanding and consider multiple approaches.
  • Large Context Window: Both models offer a context window of 128,000 tokens.

7.4 Using o1 Models in o1 Beta

To use o1 models in your o1 Beta application:

  1. Select the desired o1 model from the model dropdown menu.
  2. Craft your prompt or question.
  3. Submit and wait for the response (response times may vary based on complexity).

7.5 Best Practices for o1 Models

  • Keep prompts simple and direct.
  • Avoid chain-of-thought prompts or instructions to “think step by step.”
  • Use delimiters for clarity in complex prompts.
  • Limit additional context in retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).

7.6 Limitations During Beta

  • Text-only input (no image support)
  • Limited message types (user and assistant only)
  • No streaming support
  • No tool or function calling support
  • Fixed parameters for temperature, top_p, and n

7.7 Managing Costs and Context

  • Use the max_completion_tokens parameter to control total tokens generated.
  • Reserve at least 25,000 tokens for reasoning and outputs when starting.
  • Monitor the usage object in responses for token consumption details.

8. Advanced Features

[Content remains the same as in the previous version, with the addition of:]

  • Complex Reasoning: Leverage o1 models for tasks requiring deep analysis and multi-step problem-solving.
  • Code Generation and Refactoring: Utilize o1 models for advanced coding tasks and code improvements.

9. FAQ

Q: What makes o1 Beta unique? A: o1 Beta offers access to cutting-edge AI models, including the o1 Preview model, with a highly customizable interface.

Q: Can I switch between AI providers mid-conversation? A: Yes, you can switch providers, but note that context may not carry over between different AI models.

Q: Is there a limit to how many conversations I can have? A: Limits may vary based on your account type. Check your account details for specific information.

Q: Can I export my conversations? A: Yes, o1 Beta allows you to export your chat history in various formats.

Q: How do o1 models differ from GPT-4o models? A: o1 models excel in complex reasoning tasks but may have longer response times. GPT-4o models are better for applications requiring image inputs, function calling, or consistently fast responses.

Q: Can I see the reasoning process of o1 models? A: The internal reasoning process (reasoning tokens) is not visible in the API output, but it contributes to the final response quality.

Q: How can I optimize my prompts for o1 models? A: Keep prompts simple and direct, avoid instructing the model to explain its reasoning, and use clear delimiters for complex inputs.