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# Elemental

### What is an Element?

An element is a flexible data structure that serves as the foundation for everything you build in Snack Prompt. They are not static; their identity and behavior are defined by their composition.

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* **Definition via Templates:** Element types are established via Templates, which provide the initial structural schema.
* **Identity by Main Field:** Although an element may contain multiple fields, the **Main Field** strictly defines its specific type and behavior within the system.
* **Modular Composition:** Each element consists of a collection of Fields, allowing you to create tailored structures for different AI needs.

#### 1. Basic Fields

Primitive inputs designed to **capture simple**, unstructured **information**.

* **Text/Input:** Captures short strings, emails, or phone numbers.
* **Selectors:** Checkboxes, Toggles, and Comboboxes for pre-defined choices.
* **Dates:** Datepickers and Datetime pickers for temporal records.
* **Feedback:** Star Ratings for qualitative scoring.

#### 2. Core Fields

Structured components with **advanced** logic, often connected to external **resources** or integrations.

* **Media:** Upload and management of Audio, Video, and Images (internal or external).
* **Files:** Management of general documents and automation files.
* **Logic:** "How-to" fields (step-by-step guides) and Source metadata.
* **Identifiers:** Short commands and view configurations (Table/Form).

#### 3. Settings Fields

Immutable system attributes inherited by every Element.

* **Identity:** The Element's Title, Description, and Avatar.
* **Control:** Visibility settings (Public/Private) and Price definitions.
* **Taxonomy:** Use of Topics for categorization and organization.

### Element types

* **Prompt:** A prompt is a set of instructions, text, or input given to an AI model to generate a response.&#x20;
  * Prompts help users get high-quality, tailored outputs from AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and others.
* **Snippet**: A snippet is a reusable text, code, or instructions that help users quickly apply AI-generated content in various tasks.&#x20;
  * Allow users to save, share, and use AI-powered responses efficiently.
* **Document**: A document is a saved collection of AI-generated content, prompts, or snippets that users can organize, edit, and reuse efficiently.
  * Provide a structured way to manage and track AI-assisted work, ensuring easy access and seamless organization.
* **Automation:** allows users to integrate AI-powered workflows with other apps using Make and Zapier. With automation, you can trigger AI-generated responses, streamline repetitive tasks, and connect Snack Prompt with your favorite tools—without manual input.
* **Table:** allowing users to structure, store, and manage AI-generated data efficiently. Tables help organize information in a clear, accessible format, making it easier to reference, automate, and integrate with AI workflows.
* **Cell**: An individual unit of data within a table represents the smallest and most granular piece of information in a structured dataset. Each unit, commonly referred to as a cell, holds a specific value that corresponds to a row and column within the table.