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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about SindByte. Can't find what you're looking for? Check the Setup Guide for detailed instructions.

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General Questions

What is SindByte?
SindByte is a Windows application that connects AI assistants (like those running in LM Studio) to your computer. It gives your AI the ability to control files, take screenshots, run programs, trade crypto, and much more - all through natural language commands.
Is SindByte free?
SindByte is free for private use. You can download the ZIP directly and run the local MCP runtime on your own Windows machine. Some advanced features still require your own API keys for third-party services, but the runtime itself is intended as the private-use offer.
What about business or commercial use?
Business, team, and commercial use should follow the Smart Package Robot license path. That keeps the private-use download separate from the licensed business offering while preserving the same product lineage.
Is my data safe?
Yes. SindByte runs entirely on your local computer. Your files, conversations, and data never leave your machine unless you specifically configure external connections (like trading APIs). API keys you add are stored encrypted.
What AI clients work with SindByte?
Any MCP-compatible client works. The most popular are LM Studio, Roo Code (VS Code extension), Claude Desktop, and various custom MCP clients. If it supports MCP (Model Context Protocol), it works with SindByte.

Setup & Installation

Do I need to install anything?
No installation required! SindByte is portable. Just download the ZIP file, extract it to any folder, and double-click SindByte 01.exe to run.
What are the system requirements?
Windows 10 or 11, 4GB RAM minimum, about 50MB disk space, and an MCP-capable AI client (like LM Studio). An internet connection is only needed for web-based tools and external APIs.
Do I need an internet connection?
Not for basic functionality. All file operations, desktop automation, and local tools work offline. You only need internet for web searches, trading, email, or image generation features.
Can I run SindByte on multiple computers?
Yes! Just copy the folder to another PC. If you've encrypted API keys with machine binding, you'll need to re-enter them on the new computer for security.

Tools & Features

Why do I see fewer tools than 239?
The current config audit exposes 237 feature-flag entries across 19 MCP families, or 239 host-callable tools once the two core/runtime routes are counted. A connected host still sees only the currently registered subset. Trading, email, cloud image, and other credential-backed routes stay hidden until configured, and short registration or category filters can intentionally publish a smaller catalog. See the Setup Guide and LMChat detail page for concrete examples.
What's the difference between Short and Full registration?
Full shows every tool individually - great for seeing everything but can be overwhelming.
Short groups tools by category - cleaner list, your AI uses category commands to access tools.
Switch between them in the Config Editor.
What are "Ask First" tools?
These are tools that show a confirmation dialog before running. When your AI wants to use one, you'll see exactly what it plans to do and can approve or cancel. Good for destructive operations like deleting files or placing trades.
Can I disable tools I don't want?
Yes! Open the Config Editor, find the tool or category, and set it to "Disabled". The tool will disappear from your AI's available options.

Configuration

Where is the configuration stored?
In a file called mcp_config.json in your SindByte folder. The Config Editor is just a visual way to edit this file - you can also edit it by hand if you prefer.
How do I add API keys for trading/email/images?
Open the Config Editor from the main window, go to the "Cloud APIs" section, and enter your keys. Most services offer free tiers to get started. Keys are stored encrypted for security.
What does "machine binding" mean?
When enabled, your encrypted API keys are tied to your specific computer. If someone copies your config file to another PC, the keys won't work. This adds extra security.
Do I need to restart after changing settings?
Usually yes. Most AI clients cache the tool list, so after changing settings in SindByte, reload your AI client to see the changes take effect.

Troubleshooting

My AI doesn't see SindByte tools
  1. Make sure SindByte is running (check the main window)
  2. Verify the URL in your AI client: http://127.0.0.1:5555/mcp
  3. Restart your AI client to clear cached tool lists
  4. Check that port 5555 isn't blocked by firewall
The server won't start / port 5555 is in use
Another program might be using port 5555. You can change the port in Config Editor (Settings tab) to something else like 5556, then update the URL in your AI client accordingly.
Tools fail with "permission denied" errors
Try running SindByte as Administrator. Some system-level operations (like managing services or accessing certain folders) require elevated permissions.
My antivirus is blocking SindByte
This is common with security software. SindByte is safe, but you may need to add an exception for SindByte 01.exe in your antivirus settings.

Advanced Features

What is Dialog-LAB?
Dialog-LAB lets you compare 2-3 different AI models side-by-side. Send the same question to multiple AIs and see which gives the best answer. Also extracts "thinking" from models like DeepSeek R1.
How does paper trading work?
Paper trading uses virtual money to test strategies without risk. Connect your exchange API, enable paper mode, and SindByte simulates trades using real market data. Perfect for learning and testing.
What are IQ Tools?
18 advanced reasoning strategies that make AI responses smarter. Chain-of-Thought breaks down complex problems. Multi-Vote gets consensus from multiple AI "opinions". Self-Critique improves answers through reflection.
Can I schedule automatic tasks?
Yes! TimerTools let you schedule any SindByte operation. Set up daily reports, hourly market scans, weekly backups - anything that can be done once can be scheduled to repeat automatically.

Still Need Help?

Check out these resources or contact support.

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FAQ Diagnostics Center
Registrierungsmodi, live mit dem Server erzeugt
Created with the SindByte Server running during this documentation pass to explain short and full registration at a glance.

Frequently asked questions

This FAQ answers the questions that come up first in real installations: why clients see fewer tools, what short registration means, how the Config Editor changes the runtime catalog, how to activate image tools, and how personal use is separated from business licensing.

The answers on this page combine live screenshots from the current build, real registration logic from the server code, and visuals generated directly from the server itself.

Why fewer tools?

Because the website describes the audited product interface, but the client only sees the currently published runtime interface.

Short vs Full?

Full publishes direct tool routes. Short publishes more compactly about categories and uses ToolCatalog.CallTool as a bridge.

Where do I change that?

In the MCP Config Editor and in the Registration Filters dialog. Then reload the client so that the old schema cache disappears.

Is SindByte free?

Yes, SindByte is free for private use. Private users can load the ZIP directly and use the local MCP Runtime on their own Windows computer.

For business, team or commercial use, the right way is through Smart Package Robot License.

Why does my client show fewer tools than the website?

Because the website documents the audited default product interface and not just a single runtime snapshot. The live server only publishes what the current machine, credentials, feature flags, category filters and registration mode allow.

Generierter Diagnosepfad für fehlende Tools
Generated with the live server to organize troubleshooting if tools are missing at a glance.

Fast diagnosis sequence

If a tool is missing, start not with the client, but with the publication chain in exactly this order:

  • First check the feature flag.
  • Then confirm the category filter.
  • Then check short versus full registration.
  • Then confirm the required credentials.
  • Only then reload the client to discard old schemas.

What is Short Registration?

Short registration is the compact publication mode. Instead of outputting each tool as a long direct list, the server emphasizes categories and bridge routes.

{
  "tool_name": "MathTools::ResolveFormula",
  "arguments": { "formula": "4+66" }
}

What is Full or Long Registration?

Full registration is the direct publication mode. The server provides the activated tool routes itself tools/list ready so that clients can access them directly.

MCP Config Editor Screenshot
Live screenshot of the Config Editor from the current Windows build.
Generierte Config-Editor Karte
Generated with the server to clearly show the five main control areas of the Config Editor.

What does the Config Editor specifically control?

  • Pro-Tool feature flags with 0 disabled, 1 activated, 2 ask-first and dem +4 Essential bit.
  • Provider credentials and API testing in the Cloud APIs Center.
  • OpenAI image tools including image toggle and image model selection.
  • Registration mode, registration categories, port, log level, timeouts and local-only options.
  • Profiles and batch actions such as Enable All, Disable All, Ask All and Pattern Selection.

What do ON, ESSENTIAL and OFF mean in Registration Filters?

That's why two installations with the same code can still show significantly different client catalogs.

Why are image tools missing or failing?

Do I always have to reload the client after configuration changes?

Practically yes. Many MCP clients cache the published schema longer than expected. After changes to feature flags, credentials, registration mode, or category filters, the client should be reloaded before suspecting a server error.

Where is the configuration?

The active configuration is in mcp_config.json. The Config Editor writes the exact same file that the server reads. So GUI and Runtime work on the same feature flag and provider model.

This is precisely why this website can honestly describe the runtime instead of treating UI and server like two separate products.

Was this documentation created using the server itself?

Yes. This site update uses live screenshots from the running Windows application and explainer images provided via CUTools::GenerateImage were generated. The new FAQ and Config visuals on this page come directly from the running server.

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