Overview
Basic Settings is the foundation of your AI agent configuration in Meetzy’s Advanced Editor. This section establishes the core identity and capabilities of your agent, including specialized skills, professional voice selection, advanced AI model options, and powerful foundational components that ensure professional-grade performance from the first call.
Agent Identification
Agent Name
Define your agent’s internal name for team identification and management:
Naming Best Practices: Use descriptive names like “Customer Support - English” or “Real Estate Sales - Spanish” to easily distinguish agents in your dashboard.
Company Selection (Admin Only)
Administrators can assign agents to specific organizations within the system:
Company assignment determines available resources, phone numbers, and access permissions for the agent.
Twilio Account Management (Admin Only)
Account Selection
Account Switching
Choose the appropriate Twilio account for new agent creation:Select Twilio Account
Choose from available Twilio accounts in the dropdown menu
Automatic Resource Loading
Phone numbers and resources automatically populate for the selected account
Configuration Integration
Agent inherits the selected account’s settings and capabilities
Multiple Twilio accounts enable organization-specific configurations and billing separation.
Resource Impact: Changing Twilio accounts reloads available phone numbers and may affect existing call routing configurations.
Account Change Effects:
- Phone number availability updates
- Caller ID verification requirements may change
- Regional settings and capabilities may vary
Advanced Phone Configuration
Phone Number Assignment
New Agents
Existing Agents
Configure phone numbers for new agents with comprehensive management:Select Twilio Account
Choose the appropriate Twilio account (admin users only)
Choose Available Number
Select from dynamically loaded available phone numbers
Request Additional Numbers
Use the direct Twilio link to purchase more numbers if needed
Verify Assignment
Confirm the number appears correctly in the configuration
Real-time Availability: Phone numbers are filtered by selected Twilio account and show only unassigned numbers.
Phone numbers for existing agents are permanent and displayed for reference:Permanent Assignment: Phone numbers cannot be changed after agent creation. Plan your number allocation carefully.
Read-only Display:
- Shows assigned phone number in friendly format
- Displays associated Twilio account information
- Provides reference for configuration management
Enhanced Caller ID Management
Configure and manage client phone numbers for outbound calling with advanced verification and status tracking:
Initiate Addition
Click “Add Caller ID” to open the configuration dialog
Enter Phone Information
Provide a descriptive name and the phone number for verification
Automatic Verification Call
Twilio initiates a verification call within 30 seconds
Code Entry
Enter the verification code provided during the automated call
Status Confirmation
Verify the caller ID status shows as “Verified” and ready for use
Automatic Process: Twilio automatically calls the provided number with a verification code - no manual intervention required.
Comprehensive Status Tracking:
- ✅ Verified: Ready for outbound calls
- ⏳ Pending: Awaiting verification completion
- ❌ Failed: Verification failed, requires retry
- 🔄 Processing: Verification in progress
Management Actions:
- Check Status: Real-time validation with Twilio
- Update Status: Refresh verification state
- Retry Verification: Restart failed verification process
- Delete: Remove caller ID from agent configuration
Code Timing: Verification codes are time-limited. Complete the process promptly after receiving the automated call.
Common Solutions:
- Ensure the phone number can receive automated calls
- Check for carrier restrictions on robotic calls
- Verify number format is correct (+1XXXXXXXXXX for US)
- Use “Retry Verification” for failed attempts
- Allow up to 2 minutes for verification call delivery
Agent Skills and Specializations
Transform your agent with specialized industry skills and expertise templates that enhance conversation quality and task completion:
Skills Library
Skill Integration
Skill Optimization
Professional Specializations:
- Customer Service Excellence: Advanced support and resolution techniques
- Sales & Lead Qualification: Persuasion and conversion strategies
- Healthcare Coordination: Medical appointment scheduling and patient communication
- Real Estate Assistance: Property information and showing coordination
- Financial Services Support: Account management and financial guidance
- Legal Intake Specialization: Case evaluation and consultation scheduling
- Technical Support Expert: Troubleshooting and technical guidance
Enhanced Communication Skills:
- Multi-language Proficiency: Advanced cross-cultural communication
- Conflict Resolution: De-escalation and problem-solving techniques
- Appointment Management: Scheduling optimization and coordination
- Data Collection & Validation: Information gathering and verification
Browse Specialized Templates
Explore industry-specific skill templates with audio previews
Listen to Demonstrations
Play audio samples to understand each skill’s communication style
Select Relevant Skills
Choose 3-5 skills that align with your agent’s primary objectives
Automatic Integration
Skills integrate seamlessly with foundational components and conversation patterns
Audio Previews: Each skill template includes professional audio demonstrations showing real conversation examples.
Focused Selection: Choose skills that directly support your agent’s core use case for maximum effectiveness.
Synergistic Combinations: Select complementary skills that work together to create a comprehensive agent expertise profile.
Avoid Skill Overload: Too many diverse skills can dilute performance. Focus on your primary business objectives.
Voice Agents and Personality Selection
Choose from specialized voice agents with unique personalities and professional backgrounds designed for specific business scenarios:
Voice Agent Library
Agent Selection Process
Agent Customization
Available Specializations:
- Customer Service Representatives: Professional, helpful, and solution-oriented
- Sales Professionals: Persuasive, confident, and relationship-building focused
- Technical Support Specialists: Patient, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented
- Healthcare Coordinators: Empathetic, professional, and scheduling-focused
- Appointment Schedulers: Efficient, organized, and calendar-management expert
- General Purpose Assistants: Versatile, adaptable, and multi-skilled
Personality Characteristics:
- Unique speaking patterns and conversation styles
- Industry-appropriate vocabulary and terminology
- Professional demeanor and communication approaches
- Specialized knowledge and expertise areas
Browse Agent Profiles
Explore voice agents filtered by specialty and characteristics
Audio Preview
Listen to conversation samples to understand each agent’s personality
Filter by Specialty
Use specialty filters to find agents matching your use case
Select and Configure
Choose an agent that aligns with your brand voice and objectives
Interactive Previews: All voice agents include high-quality audio samples demonstrating their unique conversation styles and personalities.
Voice Agent Benefits:
- Pre-configured personality traits and speaking patterns
- Industry-optimized conversation flows and responses
- Professional backgrounds and expertise integration
- Consistent character maintenance across conversations
Seamless Integration: Voice agents automatically configure appropriate voice settings, speech patterns, and conversational behaviors.
Language and Voice Configuration
Advanced Language Selection
Configure your agent’s primary communication language with comprehensive regional support:
Supported Languages:
- 🇺🇸 English - Global business standard
- 🇪🇸 Spanish - Iberian and Latin American variants
- 🇫🇷 French - Metropolitan and Canadian French
- 🇩🇪 German - Standard and Austrian variants
- 🇮🇹 Italian - Standard Italian
- 🇵🇹 Portuguese - European Portuguese
- 🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil) - Brazilian variant
- 🇨🇳 Chinese - Mandarin (Simplified)
- 🇮🇳 Hindi - Standard Hindi
- 🇯🇵 Japanese - Standard Japanese
- 🇰🇷 Korean - Standard Korean
- 🇦🇷 Arabic - Modern Standard Arabic
- And 20+ additional languages including Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, and more
Language Impact Areas:
- Voice synthesis pronunciation and accent accuracy
- Speech recognition precision and processing
- Greeting template availability and suggestions
- AI model language comprehension and response quality
- Cultural communication patterns and etiquette
Professional Voice Selection
Voice Library
Voice Filtering
Voice Optimization
Comprehensive Voice Collection:
- All Voices: Complete professional voice library
- Male Voices: Authoritative and confident options
- Female Voices: Professional and approachable selections
- Search Function: Find specific voices by name or characteristics
Voice Preview Features:
- High-quality audio samples for every voice
- Context-appropriate conversation examples
- Professional phone conversation demonstrations
- Quality and clarity assessment tools
Advanced Filter Options:Quality Assurance: All voices are professionally tested for phone conversation clarity and business communication appropriateness.
Fine-tuning Parameters:Production-Optimized Defaults: Default settings (Speed: 1.06x, Stability: 0.15, Similarity Boost: 0.65) are optimized based on thousands of successful phone interactions.
Parameter Adjustment: Modifying voice settings requires thorough testing to ensure optimal conversation quality and user experience.
Advanced AI Model Selection
Choose from leading AI models across multiple providers to power your agent’s intelligence and conversation capabilities:
Gemini Advantages:
- Optimized Default: Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Preview provides excellent out-of-the-box performance
- Advanced Context: Superior conversation memory and context understanding
- Cost Efficiency: Multiple options balancing capability and operational costs
- Reliability: Proven performance across diverse business scenarios
GPT Selection Guide:
- GPT-4.1: Choose for complex scenarios requiring advanced reasoning
- GPT-4o: Reliable choice for most business conversational needs
- GPT-4.1 Mini: Optimal balance of capability, cost, and performance
- GPT-4.1 Nano: Select when response speed is the primary priority
Claude Haiku 4.5
- Performance: Ultra-fast response times with minimal latency
- Best For: Cost-effective interactions and straightforward conversations
- Use Cases: Basic customer service, simple FAQ responses, high-volume operations
- Advantages: Lowest operational costs, excellent speed, reliable performance
Cost Leadership: Claude Haiku 4.5 provides excellent conversational capability at the most economical pricing tier.
Speed Priority: For phone conversations where response time is critical:
- GPT-4.1 Nano (ultra-fast responses)
- Gemini 2.0 Flash (rapid processing)
- Claude Haiku 4.5 (minimal latency)
Intelligence Priority: For complex conversations requiring advanced reasoning:
- GPT-4.1 (latest capabilities)
- Gemini 1.5 Pro (premium reasoning)
- Gemini 2.5 Flash (advanced logic)
Balanced Performance: For optimal capability-to-cost-to-speed ratio:
- Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Preview (recommended default)
- GPT-4.1 Mini (efficient premium)
- Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite (balanced performance)
Model Impact: Changing AI models significantly affects conversation patterns, response quality, and operational costs. Test thoroughly before deployment.
Meetzy Foundation Components
Leverage Meetzy’s powerful built-in foundational components that provide professional-grade conversation capabilities refined through thousands of real-world interactions:
Enhanced Safety Guardrails
Advanced Conversational Aspects
Professional Work Experience
Foundation Integration
Comprehensive Protection Framework:
- Content Filtering: Advanced inappropriate content prevention across all topics
- Professional Standards: Consistent business communication tone and approach
- Edge Case Management: Graceful handling of unexpected inputs and scenarios
- Security Protection: Defense against prompt injection and manipulation attempts
- Compliance Assurance: Adherence to industry communication standards
- Context Awareness: Appropriate responses based on conversation context
- Industry Best Practices: Following established business communication protocols
Configuration:
- Default State: Enabled by default for maximum protection
- Zero Setup: Functions automatically without additional configuration
- Transparent Operation: Works seamlessly with custom prompts and behaviors
- Adaptive Intelligence: Automatically adjusts based on context and language
Recommended Practice: Keep safety guardrails enabled unless specific requirements conflict with professional conversation standards.
Sophisticated Dialogue Management:
- Natural Flow Control: Advanced conversation pacing and rhythm optimization
- Active Listening Techniques: Professional understanding and response patterns
- Intelligent Response Timing: Context-aware pausing and conversation timing
- Empathetic Communication: Emotional intelligence and appropriate emotional responses
- Professional Etiquette: Industry-standard phone protocols and business courtesy
- Seamless Transitions: Smooth topic changes and conversation redirection
- Cultural Sensitivity: Appropriate communication styles for different regions
- Conflict Resolution: Professional de-escalation and problem-solving approaches
Performance Benefits:
- Immediate Professionalism: Agents sound experienced from first interaction
- Accelerated Development: Skip months of conversation optimization
- Consistent Excellence: Every agent benefits from accumulated expertise
- Adaptive Intelligence: Automatically adapts to specific business contexts
Battle-Tested Patterns: Conversational aspects represent months of optimization based on successful real-world conversations.
Comprehensive Professional Background:
- Industry-Specific Knowledge: Tailored professional contexts for various sectors
- Advanced Communication Skills: Professional-level interaction capabilities
- Business Process Understanding: Deep comprehension of operations and terminology
- Customer Interaction Mastery: Extensive experience with diverse service scenarios
- Protocol Expertise: Professional communication and business protocol understanding
- Situational Awareness: Context-appropriate responses based on business needs
- Problem-Solving Experience: Track record of resolving customer challenges
- Relationship Management: Professional relationship building and maintenance skills
Specialized Experience Examples:
- Sales Representatives: Quota achievement and conversion expertise
- Customer Service Agents: Resolution and satisfaction specialization
- Healthcare Coordinators: Medical office and patient interaction experience
- Financial Services: Compliance knowledge and account management
- Real Estate Professionals: Market expertise and process knowledge
- Technical Support: Troubleshooting and system knowledge specialization
Synergistic Component Operation:Synergistic Design: All foundational components work together to create a cohesive, professional agent experience that adapts to your specific business requirements.
Accumulated Expertise: These components represent industry best practices refined through analysis of thousands of successful conversations across multiple business sectors.
Strong Recommendation: Keep all foundational components enabled unless you have specific custom requirements that directly conflict. These are optimized for maximum performance.
Advanced Conversational Behavior Configuration
Response Management
Fine-tune how your agent handles conversation timing and responses:
Response Settings
Call Duration Management
Eagerness Control:
- Low: More patient, allows longer pauses before responding
- Normal: Balanced response timing for natural conversation flow (recommended)
- High: Quick responses, minimal wait time
- Auto: AI-determined optimal timing based on context
Timeout Configuration:
- Turn Timeout: Time to wait before considering caller finished speaking (6 seconds default)
- Silence End Call Timeout: Maximum silence before ending call (25 seconds default)
- Spelling Patience: Handle spelling requests (auto/enabled/disabled)
Default Optimization: Standard settings (Normal eagerness, 6s turn timeout, 25s silence timeout) are optimized for professional phone conversations.
Duration Controls:
- Maximum Duration: Automatic call termination limit (600 seconds default)
- End Call Message: Custom message when duration limit is reached
- Speculative Turn: Enable predictive response preparation
- Background Speech Filter: Filter out background noise and conversations
Advanced Features:
- Real-time conversation monitoring
- Automatic quality adjustments
- Dynamic timeout adaptation
- Context-aware behavior modification
Duration Limits: Set appropriate maximum call durations to manage costs while allowing sufficient time for complex conversations.
Call Recording and Compliance
Recording Configuration
Comprehensive Call Recording Benefits:
- Quality Assurance: Monitor and maintain high service standards
- Training Data: Collect valuable interaction data for improvement
- Compliance Documentation: Maintain audit trails and regulatory compliance
- Performance Analytics: Analyze conversation patterns and success rates
- Customer Service Verification: Validate service quality and resolution effectiveness
Default Enabled: Call recording is enabled by default to provide maximum value from every interaction and support continuous improvement.
Agent Documentation
Internal Description Management:
- Maximum Length: Up to 1,000 characters for comprehensive documentation
- Internal Use: Description is not visible to callers or external users
- Team Coordination: Help team members understand agent purpose and configuration
- Organization: Useful for managing multiple agents across different use cases
- Deployment Notes: Include special considerations and configuration details
Integration and Advanced Editor Workflow
Recommended Configuration Sequence
Foundation Setup
Complete all basic settings including name, company, phone configuration, and foundational components
Capability Selection
Choose specialized skills, voice agents, and AI models appropriate for your use case
Voice Optimization
Configure language, voice selection, and fine-tune voice parameters for optimal performance
Behavioral Configuration
Set up conversational behavior, response timing, and call management parameters
Verification and Testing
Verify all settings, test caller ID functionality, and validate configuration completeness
Advanced Configuration
Proceed to configure greetings, system prompts, and additional tools and actions
Integration with Advanced Editor
Seamless Workflow Integration:
- Voice Agents: Automatically configure appropriate voice and behavioral settings
- Specialized Skills: Integrate with system prompts and conversation patterns
- Foundation Components: Work harmoniously with custom prompts and tools
- Language Selection: Influence greeting templates and conversation suggestions
- AI Models: Optimize for specific conversation complexity and requirements
Workflow Optimization: Complete basic settings configuration before proceeding to other Advanced Editor sections for optimal agent development experience.
Troubleshooting and Best Practices
Phone Number Problems:Permanent Assignment: Phone numbers cannot be changed after agent creation. Plan allocation carefully and verify availability before proceeding.
Common Solutions:
- Verify Twilio account permissions and active status
- Confirm phone number availability in your target regions
- Check account credits and billing status
- Validate webhook configurations are properly established
- Ensure selected account has appropriate regional coverage
Verification Challenges:
- Delayed Verification Calls: Allow up to 2 minutes for Twilio to initiate calls
- Invalid Codes: Use “Retry Verification” for failed attempts
- Number Format Issues: Ensure correct international format (+1XXXXXXXXXX for US)
- Carrier Restrictions: Check if carrier blocks automated verification calls
- International Numbers: Some regions may have verification limitations
Best Practices:
- Verify phone can receive calls during verification process
- Complete verification promptly after receiving code
- Use “Check Status” to confirm verification state
- Maintain updated caller ID list for outbound campaigns
Model Selection Strategy:Testing Approach: Use the Advanced Editor Playground to test different AI models with your specific conversation scenarios before deployment.
Voice Configuration:Parameter Testing: Test voice parameter adjustments with real conversation samples to ensure optimal quality and naturalness.
Foundation Components:Component Benefits: Keep Meetzy foundation components enabled to leverage professional-grade conversation patterns and safety measures.
Change Impact: Any modifications to AI models, voice settings, or foundational components should be thoroughly tested before production deployment.
Advanced Features and Optimization
Multi-Agent Management
Administrative Capabilities:
- Company Assignment: Organize agents by business unit or client
- Twilio Account Selection: Manage multiple telephony configurations
- Resource Allocation: Distribute phone numbers and caller IDs efficiently
- Permission Management: Control access and modification rights
- Bulk Configuration: Streamline setup for multiple similar agents
Configuration Quality Assurance:
- Validation Checks: Automated verification of configuration completeness
- Component Integration: Ensure all selected features work harmoniously
- Resource Verification: Confirm all required resources are properly assigned
- Testing Preparation: Configuration readiness for Playground testing
- Deployment Validation: Pre-deployment configuration verification
Next Steps in Agent Development
Complete Basic Configuration
Finalize all basic settings, verify configurations, and ensure all required resources are properly assigned
Configure Agent Greetings
Set up appropriate inbound and outbound greetings that align with your agent’s personality and use case
Define System Prompt
Create comprehensive personality and behavioral instructions that leverage your selected foundational components
Set Up Tools and Actions
Configure call handling, transfer capabilities, and external system integrations as needed
Comprehensive Testing
Use the Playground to thoroughly test all configurations and conversation scenarios
Deploy and Monitor
Launch your agent and continuously monitor performance using analytics and call recordings
Continuous Improvement: After deployment, regularly analyze call recordings and performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities and enhance agent effectiveness.