What is Open WebUI
Open WebUI is the AI chat interface in GLBNXT Workspace. Chat with multiple LLMs, upload documents for Q&A, and keep data private in your organisation.
Open WebUI is the AI chat interface inside GLBNXT Workspace. It is a web-based UI for chatting with AI language models (LLMs). It feels like ChatGPT or Claude, but runs in your organisation’s environment.
Use Open WebUI to:
Chat with AI models for answers, drafting, and problem-solving
Upload files and run document Q&A (PDF, Word, spreadsheets, and more)
Organise chat history using folders and projects
Switch between multiple LLMs depending on the task
Keep prompts, files, and outputs inside your GLBNXT Workspace
Open WebUI at a glance
Open WebUI is useful when you want a privately hosted, ChatGPT-style experience. It combines AI chat, document analysis, and conversation organisation in one place.
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Your first login to Open WebUI
When you open Open WebUI from GLBNXT Workspace, you land in the chat screen. The layout is designed for fast onboarding.
What You'll See
The interface has three main areas:
Left Sidebar - This is your navigation panel where you'll find:
A "New Chat" button to start fresh conversations
Your chat history (initially empty)
Access to folders and workspace features
Settings menu (at the bottom)
Center Area - The main chat window where:
You'll see a welcome message
A text input field at the bottom invites you to start typing
A model selector to choose which LLM you want to use
Top Bar - Contains:
The currently selected AI model name
Additional options and controls
Your First Steps
Choose a model (LLM). Click the model name in the chat header.
Start chatting. Type a prompt and press Enter (or Send).
Iterate. Ask follow-ups. Upload a document. Try another model.
What Open WebUI is used for
It's Just Like Chatting
If you've used any modern chat application, Open WebUI will feel familiar. Type your message, get a response, continue the conversation. Each chat remembers the context of your conversation, so you can ask follow-up questions naturally.
Chat with multiple AI models (LLMs)
Open WebUI lets you select the best model for the job. Use a fast model for quick answers. Use a stronger model for analysis and writing.
Your Conversations Are Saved
Every chat you start is automatically saved in the sidebar. You can return to any conversation later by clicking on it. Think of the sidebar as your conversation archive - everything stays there until you decide to delete or archive it.
Document Q&A and file-based chat
Open WebUI supports uploading documents into a conversation. You can ask for summaries, extraction, and targeted questions. This is useful for PDFs, policies, reports, and spreadsheets.
Privacy and data sovereignty
Open WebUI is hosted inside your GLBNXT Workspace environment. That keeps your chats and documents in your organisation’s controlled infrastructure.
You're in control
New Chat, Fresh Start: Each time you click "New Chat," you start with a clean slate. Previous conversations don't influence the new one.
Privacy: Your conversations are private to you within your GLBNXT Workspace.
No Limits on Questions: Ask as many questions as you like, in as many chats as you need.
Common First-Time Scenarios
Scenario 1: Quick Question You need a fast answer. Click "New Chat," ask your question, get your answer. Done. The chat saves automatically in your sidebar for future reference.
Scenario 2: Ongoing Project You're working on something that needs multiple interactions. Keep the same chat open and continue the conversation over hours or even days. The AI remembers the context of your discussion.
Scenario 3: Document Analysis You have a PDF or document you need help with. Upload it directly to the chat or use your workspace documents. Ask questions about the content, request summaries, or extract specific information.
What Makes Open WebUI Different?
Unlike public AI services:
Your data stays in your workspace - nothing is sent to external services
You can work with your own documents - upload files and reference them in conversations
Multiple AI models available - choose the one that fits your task
Organization features - folders, tags, and search help you stay organized
Customization - adjust settings and preferences to match your workflow
Ready to Start?
You can start chatting immediately. Next, learn the basics and go deeper:
Quick Tip: Don't overthink it! The best way to learn Open WebUI is simply to start chatting. Try asking: "What can you help me with?" or "How do I upload a document?" The AI can guide you through its own features.
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