Context
Client feedback (Paradigm Life, April 2026) noted that the empty chat state provides no guidance on what to type, creating high activation energy for new/occasional users.
Current State
ChatMessages.vue empty state shows generic "Start a Conversation" message with no actionable suggestions.
Requested
Replace blank canvas with quick-action buttons for top use cases that trigger playbooks or common queries.
Acceptance Criteria
Validation Required
- Confirm playbook data is available at chat load time
- Decide: pre-populate input vs send immediately on click
Design Reference
Claude.ai shows suggested prompts in empty state. Similar pattern requested.
References
- Client feedback: "Blank canvas after intro — no guidance"
- Client recommendation: "Add quick-action buttons for top 4–6 use cases"
- Effort: Low-Medium
- Priority: High (reduces activation energy)
/label enhancement,ui,P1b
Context
Client feedback (Paradigm Life, April 2026) noted that the empty chat state provides no guidance on what to type, creating high activation energy for new/occasional users.
Current State
ChatMessages.vueempty state shows generic "Start a Conversation" message with no actionable suggestions.Requested
Replace blank canvas with quick-action buttons for top use cases that trigger playbooks or common queries.
Acceptance Criteria
Validation Required
Design Reference
Claude.ai shows suggested prompts in empty state. Similar pattern requested.
References
/label enhancement,ui,P1b