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Babbily gives you access to multiple models from one chat surface. The best model depends on what you are trying to do, how much context you need, and which capabilities are available for your plan.
Model availability, names, and capabilities can change over time. Use the model picker as the source of truth for what is available in your account.

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Choose by task

If you need to…Look for a model that is strong at…Helpful setup
Draft, rewrite, or summarize quicklySpeed and clear writingKeep tools Off unless the answer needs current information.
Reason through a complex planDeeper reasoningGive goals, constraints, and decision criteria.
Analyze filesFile support and enough contextAttach the most relevant files first.
Use current sourcesTool supportUse Auto or Manual > Web search.
Produce a broad research briefResearch supportUse Manual > Deep research and ask for citations.
Create or edit imagesImage generation supportDescribe subject, style, composition, lighting, and aspect ratio.
Create short videosVideo generation supportDescribe motion, pacing, duration, and source media when supported.
Work in a long threadLarger context windowWatch the context indicator and start a new thread when the topic changes.
Save API usage budgetLightweight model and fewer toolsUse model-only chat for simple drafts and rewrites.

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Capability signals

The model picker and composer can show what a model supports. Common capability differences include:
  • File types and file size behavior.
  • Context window size.
  • Tool availability.
  • Image generation or editing.
  • Video generation or editing.
  • Speed and reasoning depth.
  • API usage budget impact.
If a file type, tool, or media action is hidden, the selected model may not support it.

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Switch models during work

You can switch models when the task changes. Good switching patterns:
  • Start with a faster model to brainstorm.
  • Switch to a stronger reasoning model for decisions or plans.
  • Switch to a file-capable model before attaching documents.
  • Switch to a media-capable model for image or video work.
  • Start a new thread if older context is steering the answer in the wrong direction.
When you switch models, restate the key goal if the thread is long. That helps the new reply focus on the current task.

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Usage considerations

More advanced model work can use more of your API usage budget, especially when it includes tools, long file context, image generation, video generation, or deep research. For budget-sensitive work:
  • Use shorter prompts when the task is simple.
  • Avoid unnecessary file attachments.
  • Turn tools Off for model-only drafting.
  • Use search or deep research only when sources matter.
  • Check your usage card before running image or video generation.

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Troubleshooting

If a capability is missing:
  • Switch to a model that supports it.
  • Change tool mode from Off to Auto or Manual.
  • Check whether your plan supports the feature.
  • Check your remaining API usage budget.
  • Try a new thread if the current one has a long or confusing context history.

Chat and models

Learn the basics of choosing models and continuing threads.

Known limits

Understand why capabilities can vary by model, plan, file, tool, and connector.