Busy / streaming state
Visual feedback while the model or tools are working (AssistantBusyBar, streaming into the timeline).
What this is
Busy and streaming states show that the model or a tool is still running. The Assistant busy bar and inline spinners prevent duplicate sends while work is in flight.
How to use it
- Wait for the busy bar or spinner to clear before resending the same request.
- If text is streaming, partial answers are normal; let the chunk stream finish.
- Use Stop or dismiss controls if the product surfaces them for long operations.
Notes and limits
Network loss mid-stream may leave a partial message; retry with a shorter prompt if needed.
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