Think Tool
Document reasoning steps and decision-making processes without side effects
The Think tool allows you to log thoughts and reasoning processes without obtaining new information or changing any data, providing a transparent audit trail of decision-making.
What It Is
The Think tool is a simple utility that documents reasoning or decision-making processes without changing state or having side effects. It’s particularly useful when you want to explicitly record the rationale behind decisions.
Benefits of the Think Tool
- Document reasoning steps without side effects
- Create transparent audit trails of decision processes
- Track thought progression during complex problem-solving
- Improve explainability of AI-assisted decisions
Think Tool Overview
Configuration
The Think tool requires a single parameter:
Response Format
The Think tool returns a simple acknowledgment of the recorded thought:
When to Use It
Good Use Cases
- Documenting reasoning steps
- Creating audit trails of decision processes
- Explaining why certain options were ruled out
- Recording assumptions made during analysis
Not Recommended For
- Retrieving new information
- Performing actions with side effects
- Replacing proper documentation
- Critical decision-making without human oversight
Example Applications
Decision Documentation
The Think tool is ideal for creating a clear record of decision rationale:
Analysis Progression
Document the progression of your analysis:
Assumption Recording
Explicitly record assumptions being made:
Best Practices
Keep Thoughts Concise and Clear
Keep Thoughts Concise and Clear
Focus on recording the key decision points or reasoning steps without unnecessary details. This makes the audit trail more valuable and easier to follow.
Good Example:
Less Effective:
Use Structured Reasoning
Use Structured Reasoning
When documenting complex reasoning, use a structured format to make your thought process clear.
Integrate with Other Tools
Integrate with Other Tools
The Think tool works best when used in conjunction with other tools in a complete workflow.