Quick Reference
Essential commands, shortcuts, and tips for using iChatbook effectively
Quick Reference Guide
Keep this handy reference guide bookmarked for quick access to iChatbook's essential features and commands.
Chat Commands
Use these special commands in any book chat for specific outputs:
Content Commands
/summarize- Get a summary of the current chapter or book/keypoints- List main takeaways/outline- Create structured outline/explain [concept]- Detailed explanation/define [term]- Get term definitions/examples- Request practical examples
Learning Commands
/quiz [number]- Generate quiz questions/flashcards- Create study flashcards/notes- Generate study notes/test- Comprehension test/studyguide- Complete study guide
Analysis Commands
/compare- Compare ideas or chapters/critique- Critical analysis/themes- Identify major themes/characters- Character analysis (fiction)/timeline- Create chronological timeline
Keyboard Shortcuts
Navigation
Ctrl/Cmd + K- Quick search anywhereCtrl/Cmd + L- Go to libraryCtrl/Cmd + H- Chat historyCtrl/Cmd + ,- SettingsEsc- Close dialogs/menus
Chat Interface
Enter- Send messageShift + Enter- New line in messageCtrl/Cmd + Enter- Send without formattingCtrl/Cmd + .- Stop AI generationCtrl/Cmd + R- Regenerate last response
Organization
Ctrl/Cmd + N- New chat/collectionCtrl/Cmd + B- Bookmark current messageCtrl/Cmd + S- Save current stateCtrl/Cmd + E- Export chatCtrl/Cmd + D- Duplicate item
Text Editing
Ctrl/Cmd + Z- UndoCtrl/Cmd + Shift + Z- RedoCtrl/Cmd + A- Select allCtrl/Cmd + C- CopyCtrl/Cmd + V- Paste
Search Operators
Basic Operators
"exact phrase"- Search for exact phraseword1 AND word2- Both words must appearword1 OR word2- Either word can appearword1 NOT word2- Exclude word2word*- Wildcard (leadership, leader, leading)
Advanced Operators
title:"book name"- Search in titles onlyauthor:"name"- Search by authorcategory:business- Filter by categoryyear:2020..2024- Date rangepages:<300- Page count filter ### Examples"machine learning" AND python author:"Malcolm Gladwell" category:psychology title:think* NOT thinking (AI OR ML) AND ethics year:2023..2024--- ## AI Model Quick GuideWhen to Use Each Model | Model | Credits | Best For | Speed | |-------|---------|----------|-------| | **GPT-3.5
Turbo** | 1 | Quick questions, summaries | Fast | | GPT-4 | 3 | Complex analysis, deep insights | Slower | | GPT-4 Turbo | 2 | Balanced performance | Medium | | Claude Haiku | 1 | Concise responses | Fast | | Claude 3.5 Sonnet | 3 | Nuanced discussion | Medium | | Gemini Flash | 1 | Rapid answers | Very Fast | | Gemini Pro | 2 | Analytical tasks | Medium | --- ## Question Templates ### Comprehension
- "What is the main argument of [chapter/book]?" - "Explain [concept] in simple terms"
- "What does the author mean by [quote]?" ### Analysis - "What evidence supports [claim]?"
- "Compare the perspectives on [topic]" - "What are the strengths and weaknesses?" ### Application
- "How can I apply this to [situation]?" - "Give me 3 practical examples" - "Create an action plan based on this"
Critical Thinking - "What assumptions is the author making?" - "What alternative viewpoints exist?"
- "How does this relate to [other concept]?" --- ## Credit Management ### Credit Costs by Feature | Feature | Credits | Notes | |---------|---------|-------| | Standard Chat | 1-3 | Based on model | | Book Summary | 5 | Full book | | Chapter Summary | 2 | Single chapter | | Quiz (10 questions) | 3 | Auto-generated | | Study Notes | 4 | Comprehensive | | Voice Response | +1 | Additional to chat | ### Saving Credits - Use GPT-3.5 for simple queries - Batch related questions together - Review saved chats before asking again - Use search before AI chat - Export and save important responses --- ## File Upload Guidelines ### PDF Requirements - Max Size: 50MB - Format: Standard PDF - Text: Must be selectable (not scanned) - Language: Best results with English - Pages: No limit (processing time varies) ### Processing Times - 1-50 pages: 1-2 minutes - 50-150 pages: 2-4 minutes - 150-300 pages: 4-7 minutes - 300+ pages: 7-10 minutes ### Troubleshooting Uploads - Failed Upload: Check file size and format - Poor Text: Ensure PDF has real text, not images - Stuck Processing: Wait 10 min, then retry - Missing Content: Try "Deep Processing" mode --- ## Collection Organization ### Collection Types - Personal: Private to you - Team: Shared with team members - Public: Anyone with link can view - Smart: Auto-updates based on rules ### Naming Best Practices - ✅ "Q1 2024 Business Books" - ✅ "Python Programming Resources" - ✅ "MBA Core Curriculum" - ❌ "My Books" - ❌ "Stuff to Read" ### Organization Tips
- Use consistent prefixes (e.g., "Course:" , "Project:" ) - Date-stamp time-sensitive collections - Create hierarchy with subcollections - Tag thoroughly for easy filtering --- ## Export Formats ### Available Formats | Format | Best For | Includes | |--------|----------|----------| | PDF | Sharing, printing | Formatting, images | | Markdown | Note apps (Obsidian) | Links, structure | | Text | Simple backup | Plain text only | | JSON | Data analysis | Structured data | | CSV | Spreadsheets | Tabular data | --- ## Team Features Summary ### Role Permissions | Action | Owner | Admin | Manager | Member | Guest | |--------|-------|--------|---------|---------|--------| | Add Books | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | | Create Collections | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | | Manage Members | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | | View Analytics | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | | Change Settings | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | --- ## Error Messages & Solutions ### Common Errors | Error | Cause | Solution | |-------|-------|----------| | "No credits remaining" | Monthly limit reached | Purchase credits or wait for renewal | | "Processing failed" | PDF issue | Check format, try re-uploading | | "Book not found" | Deleted or moved | Check archive or trash | | "Chat unavailable" | AI service issue | Try different model | | "Upload too large" |>50MB file | Compress or split PDF |
Support Contacts
Get Help
- Documentation: docs.ichatbook.com
- Email: support@ichatbook.com
- Live Chat: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST
- Status Page: status.ichatbook.com
Response Times
- Standard: 24-48 hours
- Pro Plan: 12 hours
- Enterprise: 2 hours
Keep this reference guide handy for quick access to iChatbook features!