Generate and refine queries

Start here when you need to read or write queries without memorizing syntax. Each workflow targets a specific query language so you can draft, validate, and optimize expressions in Grafana using natural language prompts.

When to use this hub

You want the Assistant to generate PromQL, LogQL, TraceQL, SQL, or k6 queries that you can paste into dashboards or Explore.
You have an existing query that needs validation, optimization, or translation into a different form.
You need to troubleshoot syntax errors or performance problems in queries the Assistant or humans already built.

Prerequisites

Data source access: Ensure you connect the relevant data sources (Prometheus, Loki, Tempo, Pyroscope, SQL, or k6) and confirm your user can reach them.
Goal statement: Articulate the metric, log pattern, trace filter, profile, or business KPI you need so the Assistant selects the right tools.
Testing environment: Keep Grafana Explore or the dashboard editor open to validate each generated query.
Prompting etiquette: Use natural language, provide example labels or values, iterate in small steps, and start a new conversation when you switch to a different dataset.

Workflows in this hub

PromQL workflows
Draft, validate, and refine Prometheus queries with Grafana Assistant.
LogQL workflows
Build and refine Loki queries with Grafana Assistant.
TraceQL workflows
Query Tempo traces with Grafana Assistant.
SQL workflows
Generate and execute SQL queries with Grafana Assistant.
Optimize generated queries
Improve performance and maintainability of Assistant-generated queries.