Chatbox AI

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Quick Start

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Download and Install

• Desktop: Windows, macOS, Linux
• Mobile: iOS, Android
• Web: Direct access through browser

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Configure Laozhang API

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Step 1: Open Settings

1. Launch the Chatbox AI application
2. Click the settings icon (⚙️) in the lower left corner
3. Enter the “Model Configuration” interface

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Step 2: Add Custom Provider

1. Click the + Add button in the “Model Provider” section
2. Fill in provider information:
   • Name: Laozhang API (customizable name)
   • API Mode: Select OpenAI API Compatible
   • API Key: Enter your Laozhang API key
   • API Host: https://api.laozhang.ai/v1
   • API Path: /chat/completions (default value)
3. Advanced Configuration (optional):
   • Enable “Improve network compatibility” option (as shown)
   • Can configure dedicated image generation endpoint

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Step 3: Select Models

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Supported Models

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Model Support

• GPT Series: GPT-5 series, GPT-4o, gpt-4.1, o3, etc.
• Claude Series: Claude 4 Sonnet, Claude 3.5 Haiku, etc.
• Gemini Series: Gemini 2.5 Pro, Gemini 2.5 Flash, etc.
• Featured Models: Reasoning, vision understanding, code generation specialized models

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Core Features

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Multi-platform Sync

• Local Storage: Data is completely stored locally, protecting privacy
• Cross-platform Access: Switch between different devices
• Offline Features: Some features support offline use

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Conversation Management

• Multi-turn conversation context retention
• Conversation history search and management
• Conversation export (Markdown, PDF)
• Prompt library and message references

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Document Processing

• PDF, TXT, DOCX document upload
• Image understanding and analysis
• LaTeX and Markdown rendering
• Code highlighting and preview

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Image Generation

• Supports DALL-E series model image generation
• Can configure dedicated image generation endpoint
• Supports various image sizes and styles
• Batch image generation feature

1. Add dedicated image generation provider in settings
2. Use standard /images/generations endpoint
3. Describe image requirements directly in chat
4. System automatically calls image generation API

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Advanced Settings

Conversation Parameter Settings:
  - Temperature: 0.7        # Creativity control (reasoning models GPT-5 can only use 1)
  - Max Tokens: 4096       # Maximum output length
  - Top P: 0.9            # Sampling parameter (reasoning models gpt-5 can only use 1)
  - Context Length: 8192   # Context length

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Usage Tips

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Prompt Optimization

# Programming Assistant
You are an experienced software engineer, please help me:
- Write high-quality code
- Explain complex concepts
- Provide best practice recommendations

# Output Format
Please format code in code blocks and provide detailed comments.

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Privacy Protection

• Data stored locally, not uploaded to cloud
• Supports self-hosted API endpoints
• Can be used completely offline (with local models)

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Advanced Configuration

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Custom API Endpoints

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Chat Completion Endpoint Configuration

Basic Chat Configuration:
  Provider Name: Laozhang API
  API Mode: OpenAI API Compatible
  API Key: sk-your-laozhang-key
  API Host: https://api.laozhang.ai/v1
  API Path: /chat/completions

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Image Generation Endpoint Configuration

Image Generation Configuration:
  Provider Name: Laozhang API-Image
  API Mode: OpenAI API Compatible
  API Key: sk-your-laozhang-key
  API Host: https://api.laozhang.ai/v1
  API Path: /images/generations  # Standard image generation endpoint
  Applicable Models: gpt-image-1, flux-kontext-pro

Responses Configuration:
  Provider Name: Laozhang API-Responses
  API Mode: OpenAI API Compatible
  API Key: sk-your-laozhang-key
  API Host: https://api.laozhang.ai
  API Path: /v1/responses  # Universal response endpoint

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Network Proxy Settings

1. Go to Settings > Network Configuration
2. Configure HTTP/HTTPS proxy
3. Set proxy authentication (if needed)

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Keyboard Shortcuts

• Ctrl/Cmd + N: New conversation
• Ctrl/Cmd + T: Switch model
• Ctrl/Cmd + /: Show command palette
• Ctrl/Cmd + K: Quick search

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Mobile Configuration

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iOS/Android Configuration

1. Download Chatbox AI mobile app
2. Go to Settings > Model Configuration
3. Add Laozhang API custom provider
4. Configure the same API Base URL and key

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Mobile-specific Features

• Voice Input: Supports voice-to-text
• Camera Integration: Take photos directly for image analysis
• Offline Caching: Conversation history available offline
• Push Notifications: Important message alerts

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Troubleshooting

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Common Issues

• Check API Base URL: https://api.laozhang.ai/v1
• Verify API key validity
• Confirm network connection is normal

• Wait for model list to auto-refresh
• Manually click “Refresh Models” button
• Check API key permissions

• Try switching to a faster model
• Check network latency
• Reduce context length

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Debug Logging

1. Settings > Advanced Options
2. Turn on “Debug Mode”
3. View detailed log information

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Data Backup

1. Settings > Data Management
2. Export conversation history
3. Backup configuration files

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Best Practices

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Performance Optimization

1. Choose Models Wisely
   • Simple tasks use gpt-4.1
   • Complex tasks use o3, gpt-5 series
   • Long text use Claude 4, gemini-2.5-pro series
2. Context Management
   • Regularly clean up unused conversations
   • Set context length appropriately
   • Use conversation grouping feature
3. Resource Management
   • Monitor API usage
   • Set usage limit reminders
   • Regularly update app version

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Security Recommendations

• Do not share API keys
• Regularly rotate keys
• Use strong passwords to protect the app
• Handle sensitive information carefully

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Team Collaboration

• Share prompt templates
• Export and share conversation records
• Unify API configuration standards

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Comparison Advantages

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vs Other Clients

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Reasons to Choose Chatbox AI

1. Privacy First: Data completely stored locally
2. Flexible Configuration: Supports various API endpoints
3. Cross-platform: Unified user experience
4. Feature Rich: Prompt library, document processing, etc.
5. Continuous Updates: Active development and maintenance