Studio-Chat
Studio-Chat is an intelligent conversational tool provided by the ZenMux platform. It supports advanced features such as multi-model chat, PK mode, Artifact generation, image generation, and more. This document will help you quickly get up to speed with Studio-Chat’s core capabilities.
Core Features
Start a New Chat
- Visit Studio-Chat
- Enter your question in the input box at the bottom of the page
- Press
Enteror click the send button to submit your message - Wait for the AI model to generate a response
Select a Model
In the model selector at the top of the chat area, you can:
- Click the model name to open the model list
- Search for and select the AI model you need
- Different models support different capabilities (text, images, audio, etc.)
PK Mode (Multi-Model Comparison)

PK mode lets you chat with multiple AI models at the same time, making it easy to compare response quality across models.
Enable PK Mode
- In the model selection area, click the PK icon (➕) to add a new chat window
- You can add up to 10 models for side-by-side comparison
- Each window can select a different model independently
Sync in PK Mode
PK mode supports synchronized sending:
| Icon | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 🔛 On | Sync On | When you send a message, all synced models receive it |
| 🔚 Off | Sync Off | This model window runs independently and won’t be synced |
How to use:
- Click the sync toggle icon in the model selection area
- When enabled, a message sent from any input box will be broadcast to all models with sync enabled
- When disabled, that model window requires separate input and sending
Remove a PK Window
Click the × button in the model selection area to remove the corresponding chat window.
Artifacts

Artifacts is a powerful content generation and preview feature that supports generating interactive code, charts, documents, and more.
Supported Artifact Types
| Type | MIME Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Markdown | text/markdown | Rich text documents |
| HTML | text/html | Interactive web content |
| SVG | image/svg+xml | Vector graphics |
| Mermaid | application/vnd.mermaid | Flowcharts, sequence diagrams, etc. |
Use Artifacts
- In the input area, click Skills and select Artifact Mode (💡 icon), or click the Artifacts button in the input area
- Send your request, for example:
- "Help me create a project flowchart"
- "Generate an interactive HTML page"
- "Draw a logo in SVG"
- After the AI generates the content, the Artifact preview panel opens automatically
Artifact Panel Features


- Content / Preview toggle: View source code or preview the rendered output
- Copy code: One-click copy of the generated content
- Download file: Save the content as a file in the corresponding format
- Fullscreen mode: Expand the preview area
Web Search

Web Search allows the AI to search the internet for the latest information while answering your question.
Models That Support Web Search
⚠️ Note: Not all models support Web Search.
How to tell:
- In the Skills menu, if Web Search is clickable (not grayed out), the current model supports it
- If it’s grayed out/disabled, the current model does not support it
Common models that support Web Search:
- Models that support the
web_search_optionsparameter (e.g., some OpenAI and Google models)
Use Web Search
- Click Skills
- Enable Web Search (🌐 icon)
- Send your question
- The AI will search the web and answer based on the latest information
When enabled, responses will include cited sources (grounding chunks) to help you verify the information.
Image Generation & Editing
Image Generation Mode

Some models support image generation:
- Click Skills
- Select Image Mode (🖼️ icon)
- Describe the image you want to generate
- The AI will generate the corresponding image
Special settings for Google Imagen models:
When using Google’s image generation models, you can configure:
- Image Aspect Ratio: Aspect ratio (1:1, 16:9, 9:16, etc.)
- Image Resolution: Output resolution
Image Editing Mode

Models that support image output can also perform image editing:
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Basic Edit | Basic editing to modify image content |
| Cutout | Cutout: remove/replace the background |
| Upscale | Image upscaling (not available yet) |
Steps:
- Upload an image
- In Skills, select the corresponding editing mode
- Describe the edit you want
- The AI will return the edited image
Voice Input & Output
Voice Input

Models that support voice input can accept audio messages:
- Click the microphone icon in the input box to start recording
- Once recording is complete, it will upload automatically
- When you send the message, the audio will be sent to the AI along with it
Voice Output

Some models support spoken replies:
- Enable Audio Mode (🎵 icon) in Skills
- Send a message
- The AI’s response will include audio content that you can play directly
API Call Example


Click the </> icon in the model selection area to view and copy an API call example for the model.
Advanced Parameters

Click the ⚙️ Settings icon in the model selection area to configure advanced model parameters.
Configurable Parameters

| Parameter | Description | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Select the model provider | Model-dependent |
| System Prompt | System prompt that defines the AI’s role and behavior | Text |
| Enable Reasoning | Enable reasoning mode (chain-of-thought) | On/Off |
| Max Reasoning Tokens | Max tokens for reasoning | 0-100000 |
| Max Completion Tokens | Max output tokens | 0-262144 |
| Temperature | Controls randomness of the output | 0.0-2.0 |
| Top P | Nucleus sampling | 0.0-1.0 |
| Top K | Only consider the top K most likely tokens | 0-100 |
| Frequency Penalty | Frequency penalty | -2.0 to 2.0 |
| Presence Penalty | Presence penalty | -2.0 to 2.0 |
| Repetition Penalty | Repetition penalty | 0.0-2.0 |
| Min P | Minimum probability threshold | 0.0-1.0 |
| Top A | Adaptive sampling parameter | 0.0-1.0 |
Smart Routing Preferences
If you are using an auto-routing model, you can set routing preferences:
- Performance: Prefer the highest-performance provider
- Price: Prefer the lowest-cost provider
- Balanced: Balance performance and price
Reasoning Mode Notes
- Required: For some models (e.g., the o1 series), reasoning mode is mandatory
- Optional: Some models allow you to enable reasoning mode selectively
- Not supported: Some models do not support reasoning mode
Billing Mode (PAYGo vs Subscription)

ZenMux offers two billing modes, allowing you to choose flexibly based on your usage.
Subscription Mode
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 💰 Billing | Monthly/annual subscription |
| ✅ Best for | High-frequency users |
| 📋 Coverage | Models included in your plan |
| 🔸 Icon | Yellow subscription icon |
Pay As You Go Mode
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 💰 Billing | Pay based on actual usage |
| ✅ Best for | Low-frequency usage or models not in your plan |
| 📋 Coverage | All models |
| 🔸 Icon | Blue API icon |
Switch Billing Modes
- Click the billing icon (yellow/blue) next to the model selection area
- In the dropdown menu, choose:
- Subscription Mode - Use subscription quota
- Pay As You Go Mode - Use your account balance
Notes
- If the selected model is not included in your subscription plan, the system will automatically switch to Pay As You Go mode
- Some advanced models may require sufficient account balance to use
- The system will automatically detect and prompt you to top up or upgrade your subscription
File Upload

Studio-Chat supports uploading multiple file types.
Supported File Types
Specific file types depend on model support. If an option is grayed out/disabled, the current model does not support it.
| Type | Formats | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Images | jpg, png, gif, webp, etc. | Image understanding & analysis |
| Documents | PDF document analysis | |
| Text | txt, md, json, yaml, etc. | Text file analysis |
| Video | mp4, etc. | Video understanding |
| Audio | wav, mp3, etc. | Speech-to-text |
Upload Methods
- Click to upload: Click the + button on the left side of the input box, then choose a file type to upload
- Drag and drop: Drag files directly into the input area
- Paste to upload: Copy an image and paste it into the input box
File Preview
Uploaded files are shown as thumbnails; click to preview:
- Images: view full-size
- PDF: view PDF content online
- Text: view file contents
Session Management
Session List
The left sidebar shows your chat history, supporting:
- Create a new session: Click the "New Chat" button
- Switch sessions: Click any historical session
- Delete sessions: Right-click a session item or click the delete button
- Rename sessions: Double-click the session name to edit
Session Grouping
Sessions are automatically grouped by time:
- Today
- Yesterday
- Last 7 Days
- Last 30 Days
- Older
Session Saving
- Each turn is saved automatically
- Session titles default to the content of your first message
- You can return at any time to continue previous conversations
Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut/Method |
|---|---|
| Send message | Enter |
| New line | Shift + Enter |
| Stop generating | Click the Stop button |
| Copy reply | Click the copy icon below a message |
| Regenerate | Click the refresh icon below a message |
FAQ
Q: Why are some features unavailable?
A: Different models support different features. Make sure the selected model supports the feature you need.
Q: How many models does PK mode support?
A: Up to 10 models can be compared simultaneously.
Q: How do I know whether a model supports Web Search?
A: If the Web Search option in the Skills menu is clickable, it’s supported.
Q: Can Subscription and Pay As You Go be used at the same time?
A: Yes. Each chat window can select its billing mode independently.
Q: Is there a file size limit for uploads?
A: Yes. The specific limit depends on the file type and what the current model supports.
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