Controls
Speak First
Control whether the agent initiates conversation or waits for user input
Overview
The first_message
field allows your AI agent to start the conversation automatically with a predefined greeting, instead of waiting for the user to speak first.
Basic Usage
Add first_message
to your session configuration:
When the session starts, the agent will immediately speak this message to greet the user.
Examples
Professional Assistant
Customer Support
Interview Bot
Casual Companion
Best Practices
- Keep it brief: Short, welcoming messages work best
- Match your brand: Use language that fits your application’s tone
- Stay consistent: Use similar greetings across sessions
Optional Field
The first_message
field is optional. If you don’t include it, the session will start in listening mode, waiting for the user to speak first.