How to Use Context in Dialogflow
- George Apostolov
How to Use Context in Dialogflow: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your Dialogflow agent, find and open the intent you want to edit.
After that, click the 'Context' tab.
Come up with a unique input context you wish to use, then enter it into the provided input field.
Subsequently, do the same thing for the output context.
Once done, click 'Save' in the top-right corner to apply the changes.
After completing these steps, the newly added context will be used and enabled accordingly.
Quick answer: To use context in Dialogflow, open the desired intent in your agent's dashboard and click the Context tab. Enter a unique input context, then enter the output context in the provided fields. Finally, click Save in the top-right corner to apply and enable the changes.
About this Dialogflow tutorial
Manage input and output contexts in Dialogflow by editing your agent intents and saving the updated settings. This guide shows how to use Context in Dialogflow in 6 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of your Dialogflow agent, find and open the intent you want t..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the newly added context will be used and enabled accordingly". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Dialogflow interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use Context in Dialogflow?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Dialogflow data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Dialogflow. Related guides: How to Use Dialogflow as a Chatbot, How to Add a Hyperlink in Dialogflow and How to Add Buttons in Dialogflow. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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