# Tools

## New Chat Tools Defaults

Configure the default tools settings for all new chats.

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#### Enabled

Toggle tools active for new chats.

#### Knowledge Limit

Set the token limit for content retrieval when using the search tool within knowledge files. This retrieved knowledge will be utilized to answer questions related to the content of those files.

#### $PATH

The **$PATH** variable represents a list of directories on your system where essential applications and commands are stored. By including a directory in **$PATH**, the system can recognize the commands located within it.&#x20;

{% hint style="info" %}
To grant SUPgpt access to all applications and commands on your system, open the **Terminal**, type **`echo $PATH`**, and paste the output in this field. This allows SUPgpt to efficiently locate and utilize system-level commands.
{% endhint %}

## Active Tools

View a list of all available tools along with a brief description of each. Specific tools can be deactivated for use in new chats.

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{% hint style="info" %}
To learn more about tools click [here](/tools/overview.md)
{% endhint %}


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```
GET https://macdocs.supgpt.app/app-settings/tools.md?ask=<question>
```

The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
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Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.