> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.autoblocks.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Using Snippets in Prompts

> Learn how to reference and use snippets within prompt templates

## Template Editor Integration

### Adding Snippet References

#### @-Symbol Trigger

Type `@` followed by snippet name to reference snippets:

```
@system/greeting

Hello! @responses/welcome-message

For support, @contact/help-info
```

#### Autocomplete Feature

The template editor provides intelligent autocomplete:

1. **Type `@`** to trigger snippet suggestions
2. **Start typing** the snippet name to filter results
3. **Use arrow keys** to navigate suggestions
4. **Press Enter** or click to insert snippet reference

#### Search and Filter

* **By name**: Type partial names to find snippets
* **By hierarchy**: Use `/` to navigate folder structures
* **Fuzzy matching**: Finds snippets even with typos

![Use Snippet Step 1](https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/autoblocks/images/prompt-snippets/use-snippet-1.png)

![Use Snippet Step 2](https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/autoblocks/images/prompt-snippets/use-snippet-2.png)

### Preview and Expansion

#### Hover Preview

Hover over any snippet reference to see:

* **Snippet content** in a popup
* **Usage actions** (View, Expand)
* **Quick preview** without leaving the editor

#### Inline Expansion

Convert snippet references to static content:

1. **Hover over snippet** reference
2. **Click "Expand"** button
3. **Snippet becomes static text** (loses reference)

![Use Snippet Step 3](https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/autoblocks/images/prompt-snippets/use-snippet-3.png)

⚠️ **Warning**: Expansion is permanent and removes the dynamic reference.

## Reference Behavior

### Dynamic Updates

Referenced snippets update automatically:

* **Content changes** propagate immediately
* **No re-deployment** needed for updates
* **All referencing prompts** get changes instantly

### Example Workflow

```
1. Create snippet: @system/greeting
   Content: "Hello! How can I help you today?"

2. Use in prompt: 
   "@system/greeting I'm here to assist with your order."

3. Update snippet content:
   "Hi there! How may I assist you?"

4. All prompts automatically show:
   "Hi there! How may I assist you? I'm here to assist with your order."
```

### Reference Tracking

The system automatically tracks:

* **Which prompts** use each snippet
* **Usage count** for impact assessment
* **Reference cleanup** when prompts are updated

## Template Structure

### Basic Usage

```
Template with snippet reference:
@system/greeting

{{ customerName }}, your order #{{ orderNumber }} is ready.

@responses/next-steps
```

### Mixed Content

Combine snippets with regular text and variables:

```
@system/professional-greeting

Dear {{ customerName }},

@templates/order-confirmation

@legal/privacy-notice

Best regards,
The Autoblocks Team
```