DISCURSA Voices User Guide
Multi-AI Conversations Powered by DISCURSA CORE Technology
Table of Contents
Welcome to DISCURSA Voices
DISCURSA Voices brings multiple AI assistants together in dynamic conversations. Instead of getting one perspective, you can orchestrate discussions between different AIs, each bringing their unique strengths and viewpoints to your topic.
Key Benefits:
- Multiple Perspectives: Get diverse viewpoints on any topic
- Natural Conversations: AIs interact naturally, building on each other's ideas
- Flexible Formats: From open dialogue to structured debates
- Role Assignment: Give each AI a specific role to play
- Full Control: Fine-tune how AIs interact with advanced options
Getting Started
Step 1: Enter Your Topic
Start with a clear topic or question. The more specific, the better the conversation will be.
Good examples:
- "What are the ethical implications of AI in healthcare?"
- "How can small businesses leverage social media marketing effectively?"
- "Compare the advantages of electric vs hydrogen fuel cell vehicles"
Tips:
- Frame topics as questions for more engaging discussions
- Include context when relevant
- Avoid yes/no questions - aim for topics that invite exploration
Step 2: Choose a Conversation Format
Select the format that best matches your goals:
- Open Dialogue: Free-flowing, natural conversation
- Structured Debate: Clear PRO/CON positions with formal argumentation
- Panel Discussion: Expert perspectives on a topic
- Collaborative Brainstorming: Creative idea generation
- Socratic Exploration: Question-driven deep discovery
Step 3: Select AI Participants
Choose at least 2 AIs to participate. Each AI has different strengths:
- ChatGPT: Versatile, good at explanations and analysis
- Claude: Thoughtful, nuanced reasoning and ethical considerations
- Gemini: Creative problem-solving and technical insights
- Grok: Direct, witty responses with current event awareness
- Perplexity: Research-focused with source citations
- Meta: Balanced perspectives with practical applications
Step 4: Assign Roles (Optional)
Give each AI a specific role to shape their contributions:
- Moderator: Guides discussion, ensures all voices are heard
- Expert: Provides deep knowledge and authoritative insights
- Questioner: Asks probing questions to deepen understanding
- Devil's Advocate: Challenges assumptions and presents counterarguments
- Synthesizer: Finds connections and summarizes key points
- Researcher: Provides data, facts, and evidence
- Creative: Offers innovative ideas and fresh perspectives
Open Dialogue
Best for: Exploring topics from multiple angles, general discussions
AIs take turns naturally, building on each other's points. Great for when you want organic, flowing conversation without strict structure.
Structured Debate
Best for: Examining pros and cons, testing arguments
AIs are automatically assigned to PRO or CON positions. They'll defend their assigned stance with evidence and reasoning. Perfect for decision-making or understanding different sides of an issue.
Note: In debates, audience voting appears when 4+ AIs participate!
Panel Discussion
Best for: Getting expert opinions, professional insights
AIs act as panelists with expertise, offering informed perspectives. Ideal for topics requiring specialized knowledge or industry insights.
Collaborative Brainstorming
Best for: Generating ideas, creative solutions
AIs work together using "yes-and" thinking to build on ideas. No criticism or evaluation - just creative expansion. Great for innovation and problem-solving.
Socratic Exploration
Best for: Deep understanding, philosophical inquiry
Question-driven format where AIs explore fundamental assumptions and implications. Perfect for complex topics requiring careful examination.
Advanced Options
Maximum Exchanges
- Default: 20 exchanges
- Range: 10-200
- Tip: Start with fewer exchanges (15-25) for focused discussions
Allow Interruptions
- ON: AIs can interject naturally with "I'd like to add..." or "May I jump in?"
- OFF: Strict turn-taking, more formal structure
- Best for: ON for natural flow, OFF for organized presentations
Allow Mentions
- ON: AIs can address each other directly using @mentions
- OFF: AIs address the group, not individuals
- Best for: ON for interactive dialogue, OFF for panel-style discussions
Natural Flow
- ON: Free-form expression, conversational style
- OFF: Focused, on-topic responses only
- Best for: ON for exploration, OFF for specific problem-solving
Express Uncertainty
- ON: AIs can express doubt, hedge statements, show thinking process
- OFF: Confident, decisive statements only
- Best for: ON for nuanced discussions, OFF for clear recommendations
Tips for Great Conversations
1. Match Format to Goal
- Want to make a decision? Use Structured Debate
- Need creative solutions? Try Collaborative Brainstorming
- Exploring complex ideas? Choose Socratic Exploration
2. Strategic AI Selection
- Mix different AI strengths (e.g., Claude for ethics + Perplexity for research)
- For debates, choose AIs with potentially different viewpoints
- 3-4 AIs often provides the best balance
3. Role Assignment Strategy
- Assign a Moderator for complex topics
- Use Devil's Advocate to stress-test ideas
- Combine Researcher + Creative for innovation
4. Fine-tune with Advanced Options
- Formal discussion? Turn OFF interruptions and natural flow
- Want authentic dialogue? Keep all options ON
- Need decisive input? Turn OFF express uncertainty
5. Guidance Tips
- Keep guidance gentle - don't over-constrain
- Focus on aspects you want explored
- Examples: "Focus on practical applications" or "Consider environmental impact"
Use Cases & Examples
Business Strategy Session
- Format: Collaborative Brainstorming
- AIs: ChatGPT (Expert), Claude (Devil's Advocate), Gemini (Creative)
- Topic: "How can our startup differentiate in the crowded meal kit delivery market?"
- Advanced: Natural Flow ON, Express Uncertainty ON
Technology Decision
- Format: Structured Debate
- AIs: All available (for audience voting)
- Topic: "Should our company migrate to a microservices architecture?"
- Advanced: Interruptions OFF for clear arguments
Academic Research
- Format: Socratic Exploration
- AIs: Claude (Questioner), Perplexity (Researcher), ChatGPT (Synthesizer)
- Topic: "What are the implications of quantum computing for cryptography?"
- Advanced: All options ON for deep exploration
Product Design Review
- Format: Panel Discussion
- AIs: Gemini (Expert), Meta (Expert), Grok (Devil's Advocate)
- Topic: "Evaluate our new mobile app user interface design"
- Advanced: Mentions ON, Natural Flow OFF for focused feedback
Creative Writing
- Format: Collaborative Brainstorming
- AIs: Claude (Creative), ChatGPT (Creative), Gemini (Synthesizer)
- Topic: "Develop plot twists for a sci-fi thriller about time travel"
- Advanced: All options ON for maximum creativity
Navigation Controls
During Conversations:
- Progress Bar: Shows conversation progress
- Message Counter: Current position in conversation (top right)
- Done Reading Button: Advance to next message at your pace
- Navigation Arrows: Move between messages
- Keyboard Shortcuts:
- ← → Arrow keys: Navigate messages
- Home/End: Jump to first/last
- Space: Pause conversation
Visual Indicators:
- Glowing border: Current speaker
- Addressed indicator: Shows who's being responded to
- Role badges: Display assigned roles
- Intent tags: Show the nature of each response
Pro Tips
- Start Simple: Begin with Open Dialogue to get familiar with multi-AI conversations
- Experiment with Roles: Same topic, different role assignments = completely different conversations
- Use Debates for Decisions: The PRO/CON structure helps clarify complex choices
- Combine Formats: Try the same topic in different formats to gain new insights
- Save Interesting Combinations: Note which AI + Role combinations work well for your needs
Troubleshooting
AIs seem repetitive?
- Try different role assignments
- Add specific guidance
- Switch conversation format
Conversation feels unfocused?
- Turn OFF Natural Flow
- Provide clearer topic framing
- Reduce number of participants
Want more depth?
- Use Socratic Exploration format
- Assign Questioner and Researcher roles
- Increase maximum exchanges
Need clearer positions?
- Use Structured Debate format
- Turn OFF Express Uncertainty
- Assign Devil's Advocate role
Every question deserves more than one mind. With DISCURSA Voices, you're not just getting answers – you're orchestrating intelligent conversations that explore ideas from every angle.
Happy conversing! 🚀