What are Agent Templates
Agent templates are ready-to-use agent configurations created by Langdock. They provide a starting point for common use cases, saving you time when setting up new agents. Each template includes pre-configured instructions, actions, capabilities, and model settings that you can customize after importing. Templates help you:- Get started quickly with proven agent configurations
- Learn best practices for structuring agent instructions
- Discover new use cases for agents in your organization
Templates are maintained by Langdock and updated regularly to reflect improvements and new capabilities.
Browsing the Template Library
Access the template library by navigating to Agents in the sidebar and clicking Templates. The library displays all available templates with their names, descriptions, and tags.Search and Filter
The template library offers several ways to find the right template:- Search: Use the search bar to find templates by name, description, or integration
- Tags: Filter by category tags like Sales, Marketing, HR, or Engineering to narrow down options
- Language: Switch between English and German templates using the language selector
Template Details
Click on any template card to open a detailed preview. The preview shows:Configuration Overview
- Input Type: Whether the template uses a standard prompt input or a structured form
- Instructions: The full system instructions that guide the agent’s behavior
- Conversation Starters: Pre-defined prompts users can click to start a conversation (for prompt-type agents)
- Input Fields: Form fields that collect structured information (for form-type agents)
Actions and Capabilities
- Built-in Capabilities: Features like web search, image generation, code interpreter, or canvas that are enabled
- Integration Actions: Connected tools the agent can use, such as creating tasks in project management tools or sending emails
Model Configuration
- The AI model the template uses
- Model description and provider information
Metadata
- Tags: Categories the template belongs to
- Integrations: Third-party tools the template works with
- Last Updated: When the template was most recently modified
Using a Template
From the template preview, you have two options:Chat with Template
Click Chat with Agent to immediately start a conversation using the template. This lets you test the template without adding it to your workspace.Duplicate to Workspace
Click Duplicate Agent to create a copy of the template in your workspace. This:- Creates a new agent in your workspace with all the template’s settings
- Opens the agent editor so you can customize it
- Makes you the owner of the new agent
Permission Requirements
You need the Create Agents permission to duplicate templates to your workspace. If you don’t have this permission, contact your workspace administrator.Action Access
When duplicating a template, Langdock checks your access to the template’s integrations and actions:- Accessible actions: Actions you have permission to use are included in your copy
- Inaccessible actions: Actions you don’t have access to are excluded, and you’ll see a notification listing which actions were removed
- Ask your administrator to grant you access to the required integrations
- Set up alternative actions that accomplish similar goals
Customizing Your Copy
After duplicating a template, you’re taken to the agent editor where you can:- Rename the agent and update its description
- Modify the instructions to better fit your needs
- Add or remove actions and capabilities
- Attach your own knowledge sources
- Change the model or adjust creativity settings
- Configure sharing settings to control who can use the agent
For detailed information on all configuration options, see Agent Configuration.