How to use Chat to Coach

Chat to Coach is your acting assistant built right into Act-on-cue. Whether you need help analyzing a scene, developing your character, or getting performance feedback, the Coach is ready to guide you through every aspect of your rehearsal.

What can Chat to Coach help with?

The Coach provides personalized support across different areas:

Scene Analysis - Break down your script, understand context, and explore subtext
Character Development - Build your character's backstory, motivations, and relationships
Performance Tips - Get feedback on delivery, emotions, and acting techniques
General Questions - Ask anything about your script, rehearsal, or acting in general

How to open the chat

In the top-right corner of the editor, you'll see a "Rehearse" button. Click on it and select "Analysis" from the dropdown menu. This will open the Acting Coach panel where you can start a conversation.

Selecting your character

Before starting a chat, you'll need to select which character you're playing. This helps the Coach provide personalized advice specific to your role.

You can change your character anytime using the character selector at the bottom of the chat.

Starting a conversation

There are two ways to start chatting:

1. Use chat starters

When you first open the chat, you'll see pre-made conversation starters organized by topic. These are great starting points tailored to common acting needs:

Tap any starter to instantly begin that type of conversation
The Coach will ask follow-up questions to understand your specific needs

2. Ask your own question

Type any question in the "Ask anything" input field at the bottom. The Coach understands natural language, so just ask what you need help with.

Viewing chat history

All your conversations are automatically saved and organized by topic. To view your chat history, find the three-dot menu in the top of the chat and select the chat history button to see your past chats or continue previous conversations.

Tips for getting the best results

Be specific - The more details you provide, the better the Coach can help
Ask follow-ups - Don't hesitate to dig deeper or ask for clarification
Try different approaches - If one question doesn't work, rephrase and try again