Using Tools

Corint has access to a variety of tools that extend its capabilities beyond text generation. Understanding these tools helps you make better requests.

Tool Categories

Utility Tools

Direct-access tools for basic operations:

Tool	Description
File Reader	Read and analyze documents from Vault
Calculator	Perform calculations and data analysis
Web Search	Search the web for current information
Export	Generate downloadable files (PDF, DOCX, etc.)
Image Analysis	Analyze and describe images

Category Tools (Specialized Agents)

For complex workflows, Corint delegates to specialized agents:

Agent	Capabilities
Research Agent	Deep web research, source gathering, synthesis
Artifacts Agent	Document creation, editing, formatting
Data Analysis Agent	Spreadsheet analysis, charts, insights
Code Agent	Code generation, debugging, explanation

How Tools Work

When you make a request, Corint automatically:

Identifies which tools are needed
Selects the appropriate utility or category tool
Executes the operation
Synthesizes results into your response

Common Tool Use Cases

Research

Research the latest trends in sustainable packaging
for e-commerce. Include statistics and cite sources.

Corint will use the Research Agent to:

Search multiple sources
Gather relevant statistics
Synthesize findings
Provide citations

Document Creation

Create a project timeline document for our product launch,
spanning the next 6 months with monthly milestones.

Corint uses the Artifacts Agent to:

Structure the document
Create a formatted timeline
Generate a downloadable artifact

Data Analysis

Analyze the attached sales data and identify:
1. Top performing products
2. Seasonal trends
3. Recommendations for inventory planning

The Data Analysis Agent will:

Parse your spreadsheet
Perform statistical analysis
Generate visualizations
Provide actionable insights

File Operations

Read the attached contract and summarize the key terms,
payment schedule, and any liability clauses.

Corint uses File Reader to:

Extract text from the document
Identify relevant sections
Summarize key points

Tool Limitations

Understanding limitations helps set appropriate expectations:

Tool	Limitations
Web Search	Cannot access paywalled content
File Reader	Large files may be summarized rather than fully processed
Calculator	Complex statistical models may require external tools
Image Analysis	Cannot read handwritten text reliably

Requesting Specific Tools

While Corint auto-selects tools, you can be explicit:

Use web search to find the latest pricing for AWS EC2 instances,
then create a comparison table in a document.

Tool Execution Visibility

When Corint uses tools, you’ll see indicators in the chat:

🔍 Searching…
📄 Reading document…
✍️ Creating artifact…
📊 Analyzing data…