The core knobs
These three settings do most of the work:| Control | What it does | Quick tip |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | How creative replies feel. | Start at 0.7. |
| Top-p | How wide the word choices are. | Keep near 0.9. |
| Context | How many recent messages are sent. | Raise if it forgets. |
Model availability depends on your tier and may change over time. If a model
is missing, switch to another option or check your plan.
Easy presets
Stable and focused
Temperature 0.4 to 0.6 and top-p 0.7 to 0.8.
Balanced default
Temperature 0.7 and top-p 0.9.
Creative
Temperature 0.9 to 1.1 and top-p 0.95.
Cost aware
Lower context and avoid web search unless required.
Web search
Turn it on only when you need fresh info. Keep it off for roleplay or consistent lore to save credits.Web search can increase response time and cost. Use it with intent.