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Wizard modes: Guided, Collab, and Advisor

The Ellie recipe wizard meets you where you are — Guided walks you through every step, Collab works alongside you, and Advisor stays out of the way.

Ellie at her workbench
1 min readUpdated July 5, 2026Screenshots

When you build a recipe with Ellie, you choose how much help you want. Each mode changes how much Ellie explains and how much control you keep — and you can switch anytime, with your inputs carried over.

Guided — "Just getting started"

Guided Mode
Screenshot. Guided Mode

Ellie walks you through the recipe one decision at a time, explaining the why behind each choice. Best when you're new to your craft and want to learn as you go.

Collab — "Comfortable"

Collab Mode
Screenshot. Collab Mode

You and Ellie work side by side. Ellie suggests, you adjust, and the two of you shape the recipe together. Best when you know the basics but still want a second set of eyes.

Advisor — "Knows what they're doing"

Advisor Mode
Screenshot. Advisor Mode

Ellie steps back and lets you drive, offering input only when you ask. Best when you have a recipe in mind and just want a fast, capable assistant.

You can change modes at any point in the wizard — your colors, material picks, and measurements come with you.

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