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

# Raw Knowledge File

> Paste Machines context into your AI app for more accurate responses.

A knowledge file gives your AI detailed context about how Machines works -- account actions, command syntax, and safety rules. Paste it into any AI app that supports custom instructions or memory to get more accurate responses.

## MCP connection vs knowledge file

|              | MCP connection                            | Knowledge file                                 |
| ------------ | ----------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |
| What it does | Gives your AI live access to your account | Gives your AI context about how Machines works |
| Required?    | Yes                                       | No, but recommended                            |
| Setup        | <a href="/mcp-setup">MCP Setup</a>        | Copy and paste (see below)                     |

## When to use it

Use this when your AI app supports custom instructions, memory, or pasted context and you want better responses beyond what MCP tools provide alone. It helps your AI understand Machines terminology and handle requests more accurately.

## Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the knowledge file">
    Go to <a href="/llms.txt">[https://docs.machines.cash/llms.txt](https://docs.machines.cash/llms.txt)</a>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Copy all content">
    Select all text on the page and copy it.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Paste into your AI app">
    Paste into your app's custom instructions, memory, or context field.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What this improves

* More accurate card, balance, and deposit requests
* Fewer incorrect tool calls
* Better handling of sensitive actions

<Note>The knowledge file does not replace an MCP connection. You still need to <a href="/mcp-setup">connect first</a>.</Note>

## Next steps

* <a href="/mcp-setup">MCP Setup</a> -- required connection setup
* <a href="/cli">Machines CLI</a> -- terminal commands for direct use