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Templates, instances, resources, and tasks

1. Template​

A template is the blueprint: core logic, model, tools, and orchestration. You create multiple instances for different use cases from one template.

What templates provide

  • A reusable agent design
  • Custom parameters, model choice, and tool wiring
  • Shareable team or community assets

How to use

  1. Open Templates on the left.
  2. Run a template to open the create-instance flow.
  3. Fill in the form to create a new agent instance.

2. Instance​

An instance is a running copy of a template, with template logic plus your settings. Each instance can run, chat, and store state on its own.

Characteristics

  • Created from a template; config can be changed per instance
  • Real-time chat, file input, and tool use
  • Can be retuned or re-orchestrated while running

How to use

  1. In Instances on the left, pick the agent.
  2. A tab for that instance opens on the right.
  3. Chat with the agent or run tasks in the tab.

3. Task​

Tasks come from the Agentic assistant dialog and are listed by name. You can open each one for full detail.

Task list

  • Focus on fine-tuning and related work, with full metadata
  • Search by name and type
  • Traceable details and clear status

How to use

  1. In Tasks on the left, select a task.
  2. A tab for that task opens on the right.
  3. View task information in the tab.

4. Resources​

4.1. Tool​

Use tools when creating instances. Open Resources to browse the resource gallery and all tools.

Resource gallery

  • Many MCP and other service types for different needs
  • Configure to tune each connection
  • Your own tools can be edited or removed

How to use

  1. Under Resources on the left, expand and open the tool list.
  2. Configure to see name, description, and keys.
  3. New to add a tool library or an external tool.

4.2. Knowledge base (RAG)​

Bind a knowledge base when building instances. Open Resources → Knowledge to list bases.

Knowledge list

  • Manage and switch between bases; list search helps you find the right one
  • Upload .txt / .docx / .md / .pdf; content is indexed for retrieval
  • Preview supports Q&A, search, and document analysis on the current base

How to use

  1. Select or create a base in the left list.
  2. Upload or drag files in the center.
  3. In the preview at the bottom, ask questions for Q&A, search, or analysis.

4.3. Model​

Models list the LLMs you can attach. Open Models on the left for the full list.

Model list

  • Local and recommended models in one place
  • Search by model name
  • Name and source are shown to compare options

How to use

  1. Browse or search Models on the left.
  2. Choose by workload and quality needs.
  3. When creating an instance or langflow, bind the model as the main reasoning model.

4.4. Prompt library​

The prompt library stores reusable prompts. Open Prompt library on the left for all repositories.

Prompt library list

  • Repositories keep prompts organized for reuse
  • Search to find a repo or prompt quickly
  • Long-lived prompts can be maintained as part of instance capability

How to use

  1. Browse, search, or create a new repository in the left list.
  2. Match prompts to the scenario and instance.
  3. When creating an instance or configuring langflow, select the right prompt library.