Route Mode

Route to the single best agent based on input. Example with specialist agents.

Route Mode

In Route mode, the team selects the single best agent for the user’s input. Unlike Coordinate (which can invoke multiple agents), Route sends the task to exactly one member.

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How It Works

1. User sends input

   The user’s message goes to the team.

2. Router selects one agent

   The routing model picks the single best member based on input and member descriptions.

3. Selected agent executes

   Only the chosen agent processes the task.

4. Response returned

   The team returns that agent’s output.

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Example: Specialist Agents

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When to Use Route

Specialist routing

Each agent is an expert in a distinct domain.

Single-response

You want one clear answer, not a merged result.

Cost efficiency

Only one agent runs per request.

Support triage

Route tickets to the right department.

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Route vs Coordinate

Aspect	Route	Coordinate
Agents invoked	Exactly one	One or more
Use case	”Pick the best expert"	"Orchestrate a pipeline”
Output	Single agent’s response	Combined/sequenced output

Choosing between Route and Coordinate

Use Route when the task fits one agent. Use Coordinate when the task needs multiple agents in sequence (e.g., research → write → review).