diff --git a/docs/src/ai/text-threads.md b/docs/src/ai/text-threads.md index eb53051ee00006ab7866cf13bd942a45dc95da40..c82cda7265d94ca197bbdba9909ef41aa46f8651 100644 --- a/docs/src/ai/text-threads.md +++ b/docs/src/ai/text-threads.md @@ -235,14 +235,15 @@ See [Extension: Slash Commands](../extensions/slash-commands.md) to learn how to ## Text Threads vs. Threads -For a while, text threads were the only way to interact with AI in Zed. -We have since introduced, back in May 2025, a new take on the agent panel, which, as opposed to being editor-driven, optimizes for readability. -You can read more about it in [the Agent Panel page](./agent-panel.md). - -However, aside from many interaction differences, the major difference between one vs. the other is that tool calls don't work in Text Threads. -So, it's accurate to say that Text Threads aren't necessarily "agentic", as they can't perform any action on your behalf. -Think of it more like a regular and "traditional" AI chat, where what you'll get out of the model is simply just text. -Consequently, [external agents](./external-agents.md) are also not available in Text Threads. +For some time, text threads were the only way to interact with AI in Zed. +In May 2025, we introduced a new version of the agent panel, which, as opposed to being editor-based, is optimized for readability. +Visit [the Agent Panel page](./agent-panel.md) to learn more about it. + +More importantly, aside from the many UI differences, the major aspect that sets one apart from the other is that tool calls don't work in Text Threads. +Due to that, it's accurate to say that Text Threads aren't conceptually agentic, as they can't perform any action on your behalf (or any action at all). + +Think of it more like a regular/"traditional" AI chat, where the only thing you can get from the model is simply just text. +Consequently, [MCP servers](./mcp.md) and [external agents](./external-agents.md) are also not available in Text Threads. ## Advanced Concepts