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Latch Agent offers two execution modes to match your workflow preferences. Choose Proactive mode for autonomous execution or Step-by-step mode for guided, incremental analysis with approval at each stage.
Modes

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Execution Modes

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Proactive Mode

In Proactive mode, the agent creates a plan and executes it automatically without requiring approval. This mode is ideal for:
  • Experienced users who trust the agent’s capabilities
  • Well-defined tasks with clear requirements
  • Time-sensitive analysis where speed is important
  • Repetitive workflows that follow established patterns
The agent will ask all questions it needs upfront to complete the plan, then work through it automatically from start to finish.

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Step-by-Step Mode (Default)

In Step-by-step mode, the agent pauses at each stage to show you results and get your approval before proceeding. This mode is ideal for:
  • Exploratory analysis where you want to guide the process
  • Learning workflows where you want to understand each step
  • Difficult datasets where you want careful oversight
  • Complex analyses where intermediate results inform next steps
You review each step’s output, provide feedback, and approve before the agent continues.

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Switching Modes

You can switch between modes at any time during your session:
  • To Proactive: Click the mode toggle to enable autonomous execution
  • To Step-by-step: Click the mode toggle to require approval at each stage

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Best Practices

  • Start with Step-by-step mode when exploring new analysis types
  • Use Proactive mode for routine, well-understood workflows
  • Switch to Step-by-step if results don’t match expectations