Using @Mentions for Smart Context

Introduction

@Mentions let you reference files in your project, giving the AI specific context about what you're working with. This makes generations more accurate and saves you from describing files repeatedly.

How @Mentions Work

1. Type @ in the QueryBar
2. Dropdown appears showing all project files
3. Type to search or use arrow keys
4. Press Enter or click to select
5. File appears as a chip in your message
6. AI can now see and reference that file

When to Use @Mentions

Product photography:

"Create hero shot based on @product_reference_image"

Interior design:

"Design my room like @style_inspiration keeping @current_room layout"

Brand consistency:

"Create social media posts matching aesthetic from @brand_example"

Financial models:

"Create budget based on data in @revenue_report"

Benefits of @Mentions

Accuracy:

• AI sees actual file instead of relying on description
• Reduces misunderstandings
• Better visual consistency

Efficiency:

• Faster than describing files
• Less typing
• Clear reference points

Context:

• AI understands file relationships
• Can match styles automatically
• Maintains consistency across generations

@Mentioning Multiple Files

You can mention multiple files in one prompt:

"Create product photos based on @product_front and @product_side using lighting from @reference_photo"

The AI uses all referenced files as context.

Best Practices

• Name files clearly: "brand_logo" better than "image_1"
• Use descriptive folder names: AI understands organization
• Reference recent good results: Build on what worked
• Combine with text prompts: @mentions + detailed description = best results

Next Steps

• Understanding Flik's AI Agent — AI fundamentals
• The File Browser — File organization
• Image Generation — Use references in generation