AI Glossary

Plugins

Also called extensions

What does “Plugins” mean?

Plugins: Add-ons that extend an AI app with new tools, commands, data sources or instructions without changing the core product. Formats vary by vendor; many current systems package such add-ons around standards like MCP.

Plugins visual guide: Add-ons that extend an AI app with new tools, commands, data sources or instructions without changing the core product. Formats vary by vendor; many current systems package such add-ons around standards like MCP.
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What is an example of “Plugins”?

Installing a calendar plugin can let an assistant check availability and propose meeting times directly.

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