Use a knowledge base with an agent

This tutorial attaches source material to an agent and verifies source-backed answers.

#1. Create knowledge

1. Go to Knowledge.
2. Create a knowledge base.
3. Add a file, URL, or manual Q&A.
4. Wait for processing to finish.

#2. Attach it to the agent

1. Open the agent.
2. Go to Knowledge Base.
3. Select the knowledge base under Knowledge Association.
4. Choose Always Search for strict source-backed answers.
5. Save changes.

#3. Test in Playground

Ask:

• A question answered directly by the source.
• A question that uses different wording from the source.
• A question not covered by the source.

The agent should answer the first two and gracefully handle the third.

#4. Improve weak answers

If answers are weak:

• Add clearer headings.
• Split large documents.
• Remove outdated duplicates.
• Add direct Q&A for frequent questions.
• Re-test after processing completes.

#Related guides

• Upload and manage knowledge
• Grounding basics