# Starting a New Chat

<figure><img src="https://1559385099-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FKwSDHUZddn74A8yIZpGR%2Fuploads%2F8jBzH4XMNBWoY6Gy68Jx%2FCleanShot%202024-10-09%20at%2014.58.40%402x.png?alt=media&#x26;token=6413b2fd-e213-4127-b72e-7700216d2f18" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### Creating a New Chat

To start a new chat in ChatNGO, users have two options to initiate the process:

1. **Click the Green Plus Button**:
   * Located on the left sidebar of the ChatNGO interface, clicking this green "+" button will instantly open a new chat thread.
2. **Click the Plus Icon in the Top Right of the Left Sidebar**:
   * Another option is to navigate to the top right corner of the left section where a "+" icon is visible. Clicking this icon also starts a new chat.

### Chat Bar

Once the new chat is opened, the **Chat Bar** becomes your primary tool for interacting with the AI models. Here, you can:

* Enter your text or questions for the AI to respond to.
* Attach images or files to enhance the context of your request.
* Select from available prompts using the [**Prompt Library**](https://docs.chat.ngo/chat/chatting-with-chatngo/prompt-library).
* Use [**Custom Instructions**](https://docs.chat.ngo/chat/chatting-with-chatngo/custom-instructions) for more tailored interactions with the AI.

The system will automatically save your chat thread under [**Team** or **Private**](https://docs.chat.ngo/chat/chat-navigation/team-vs-private) chats depending on your current selection, allowing for further collaboration with team members or private workspaces.