• INDEX
  • SEARCH
  • ANSWER
  • REVIEW

How to query knowledge bases with your AI

Connect VectorShift to your AI client once. From then on, your agent can pull answers directly from your indexed files and wikis.

Ask AI about this page

Short answer

How can I make my AI search my own documents?

You connect VectorShift to your AI client to enable semantic searches across your uploaded files. Your agent finds the right context in your wikis to answer questions accurately. You'll see how the data moves from indexing to retrieval below.

The outcomes.

Where your data lands.

The AI follows these steps to turn your files into usable answers.

INDEX

Data is prepared

The AI organizes your documents into a searchable format. This allows it to find meaning instead of just matching keywords.

SEARCH

Context is found

When you ask a question, the AI scans your indexed knowledge to find the specific passages that matter.

ANSWER

Facts are delivered

The AI uses the retrieved text to give you a direct answer based on your own data.

REVIEW

Human check

You review the AI's response against the source material to ensure the context is right before you use it.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI handles the heavy lifting of finding and reading your files.

  1. Organize files

    The AI takes your raw documents and turns them into a structured, searchable index.

    index_knowledge_base

  2. Locate sources

    The AI looks through your existing collections to see what information is available.

    list_knowledge_bases

  3. Extract answers

    The AI performs a semantic search to pull the exact information needed for your prompt.

    query_knowledge_base

  4. Verify context

    The AI uses the retrieved snippets to construct a response that stays grounded in your data.

    query_knowledge_base

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to test the connection immediately.

Starting points

These are opening lines. Swap the bracketed text for your actual file names or wiki titles.

VectorShift Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_EmQ0ykbVFnJJJOx8Wrsr9PBOJ4yiohOhm84Pa96G/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — VectorShift capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
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    "vectorshift-ai-workflow-rag-automation-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_EmQ0ykbVFnJJJOx8Wrsr9PBOJ4yiohOhm84Pa96G/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Search the [Company Wiki] for our remote work policy.

  • Based on the [Product Manual], how do I reset the device?

  • Find the specific details about [Project X] in my uploaded docs.

  • Summarize the key points from the [Q3 Strategy] knowledge base.

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Start here

Connect VectorShift once, then ask.

Click the button to link your account. Your credentials stay encrypted, and the full walkthrough lives on the Connector page.

Connect VectorShift to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI edit my original documents?

    No. The AI can only read and query the information you have indexed.

  • 02

    How does the AI find information if I don't use exact keywords?

    It uses semantic search, which means it understands the meaning behind your question.

  • 03

    Does the AI delete any of my files?

    No. This MCP only provides read and index capabilities; it cannot delete your data.

  • 04

    Can I see a list of all my indexed bases?

    Yes, the AI can list your available knowledge bases to see what it has access to.

  • 05

    Can the AI create new documents in my wiki?

    No. The tools only allow for indexing, listing, and querying existing knowledge.

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