Ask and Build mode with Assist
Retool now supports two modes for prompting with Assist: Ask and Build. Use Ask as a safe, read-only way to understand and debug your app without adding or changing components or logic, and Build when you’re ready for Assist to make edits.
- Ask mode: Assist replies with explanations, suggestions, or debugging help. When in Ask mode, Assist cannot modify your app.
- Build mode: Assist can create and edit components, queries, and logic in response to your prompt.
Both modes use the same understanding of your app, your data, Retool features, and documentation.

Toggle between Ask and Build mode.
Assist defaults to using Build mode. You can switch between modes at any time.