AI SDK v6 UI

Build streaming React chat interfaces with Vercel AI SDK v5/v6.

88|11|Updated Apr 28, 2020
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Skill: AI SDK v6 UI
Source: https://github.com/blockmatic/basilic/tree/main/.cursor/skills/ai-sdk-ui-v6
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/blockmatic/basilic --skill ai-sdk-v6-ui

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Building streaming React chat interfaces using Vercel AI SDK v5/v6 involves handling token streaming, tool approvals, and agent integration. This guide provides patterns, pitfalls, and best practices to implement robust UI components.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Use useChat for streaming chat UIs in Next.js apps (App Router and Pages Router) with agent integration and tool approvals.
  • Provides Next.js integration references, error handling patterns, and UX best practices for streaming content.
  • Real-world scenario: implement a chat UI that streams tokens, supports stop, and handles errors gracefully.

Quick Start

Create a React chat UI using the AI SDK UI v6 patterns with streaming, tool approvals, and Next.js integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about AI SDK v6 UI

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I build a streaming React chat UI with Vercel AI SDK?

Build a streaming React chat UI using the `useChat` hook from `@ai-sdk/react`. It manages token streaming, input state, and error handling for Next.js App Router or Pages Router projects.

Does useChat support tool approval workflows in Next.js?

Yes, `useChat` supports tool approval workflows in Next.js. It provides patterns to handle agent integration and tool approvals seamlessly within streaming AI chat interfaces.

What is the correct streaming response API for AI SDK v6?

The correct streaming response APIs for AI SDK v6 are `toDataStreamResponse` for App Router and `pipeDataStreamToResponse` for Pages Router. They pipe token streams directly to the `useChat` client hook.

Can I use AI SDK UI patterns with both Next.js App Router and Pages Router?

Yes, AI SDK UI patterns work with both Next.js App Router and Pages Router. Use `toDataStreamResponse` for App Router and `pipeDataStreamToResponse` for Pages Router to enable streaming.

How do I handle loading states and errors in a streaming chat interface?

Handle loading states and errors in a streaming chat interface using the built-in status and error properties returned by `useChat`. This ensures graceful UX during token streaming failures.