Ask Doc: Get Help Faster with AI-Powered Support
Ask Doc is HomeSource's AI help feature. It gives you three ways to get support in one place: self-service articles, AI-powered answers, and live agent chat — all without leaving your work.
What is Doc?
Doc is an AI-powered assistant available 24/7
It answers questions, provides information, and resolves common issues using the HomeSource knowledge base and support content
It can connect you with a live support representative when needed
Where to Find Ask Doc
In your HomeSource tenant: Click the Ask Doc icon in the bottom-left corner of your screen
In the Help Center: Click the speech bubble icon on your HomeSource home page
Tip: Bookmark the Help Center so you can reach support even outside normal business hours
How to Use Ask Doc
The Ask Doc home screen has two main options: Ask a Question and Search for Help.
Search for Help
Takes you to the Help Center home screen
Use the search bar at the top of the screen to look up a topic (e.g., searching "quote" surfaces all related articles)
Click a result to open step-by-step instructions
Also accessible via the help icon at the bottom of the screen
Ask a Question (Text)
Click Ask a Question
Type your question into the message box (e.g., "How do I add related items to my order?")
Press Enter
Doc responds with instructions
Click the numbered link in Doc's response to open the full Help Center article, which may include an instructional video and additional steps
Ask a Question (Voice)
Click the microphone icon in the message box
Speak your question (e.g., "How do I convert a quote to an order?")
Click the stop button when finished
Press Enter to submit
Doc returns the relevant instructions
Connecting with a Live Support Team Member
If Doc or the Help Center can't fully answer your question:
Type a request such as "I would like to chat with a team member"
Press Enter
Doc will confirm it's connecting you and ask for more detail about your issue so the team can help efficiently
Your question is passed along to the support team, who will follow up shortly
Attaching Files
Click the paperclip icon to attach a screenshot or other supporting document to your request
When your message becomes a support ticket, you'll receive an email confirming the issue
Messages and Notifications
All conversations with Doc or support team members are saved under Messages
Unread messages show as a number badge on the Messages icon
Doc may periodically ask you to rate its answers or check if you need further help — this feedback helps improve accuracy over time
Summary
Ask Doc brings help articles, AI-powered answers, and live agent support into one place, so you can troubleshoot issues or find guidance without interrupting your workflow.
