> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://superwhisper-docs-cloud-model-rate-limits.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Customizing Built-In Modes

> Want to tweak a built-in mode? Learn how to create customized versions of your favorite modes by accessing their AI instructions and adding your own adjustments—perfect for when you need something between built-in and fully custom.

<Note>This guide covers a more advanced workflow that requires basic understanding of AI prompting and Superwhisper's features. If you're new to Superwhisper, start with the built-in modes first.</Note>

## Overview

Built-in modes are regularly updated based on user feedback to cover common use cases. **To customize a built-in mode, you will essentially need to copy its AI instructions to create a new [Custom Mode](custom) with this.** While your customized version won't receive AI instruction updates when enhancements are published for the original mode, it's still a great way to create something tailored to your needs without starting from scratch.

## Step-by-Step

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Test Recording">
    1. Create a new mode using the built-in mode you want to customize
    2. Make a quick test recording (a simple "This is a test" works fine)
    3. Let it process through AI
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access the Original Instructions">
    1. Open the History tab
    2. Find your test recording
    3. Look for the prompt box in the bottom right sidebar
    4. Select and copy all text
    5. Paste into a text editor for better visibility

    <img style={{ borderRadius: '0.5rem' }} src="https://mintcdn.com/superwhisper-docs-cloud-model-rate-limits/mT9O_ARPZT3-tjer/images/modes/modes-customizing-001.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=mT9O_ARPZT3-tjer&q=85&s=a4140f45230abe82c93dbc9297bbe2d5" alt="Superwhisper history tab interface accessing prompt" width="3354" height="1828" data-path="images/modes/modes-customizing-001.png" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Extract What You Need">
    1. Find the `Instructions` title
    2. Copy the content in this section without including `User Message`
    3. If present, note any examples of correct or incorrect behavior
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Your Custom Version">
    1. Create a new Custom Mode
    2. Paste the copied instructions
    3. Add any examples from the original mode
    4. Make your desired adjustments
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>Not sure what to customize? From context awareness to capturing system audio, check out [Custom Mode](custom) to explore all the powerful features you can add to your workflow.</Tip>